Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.
Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.

VIAPAL GC 4742 B 9001 Flame Retardant

VIAPAL GC 4742 B 9001 is a brominated epoxy-based flame retardant from ICL’s VIAPAL GC series, designed for high-performance engineering plastics like PPE/PS and PC/ABS. It offers excellent thermal stability, low volatility, and superior flame inhibition (UL94 V-0 rated), ensuring regulatory compliance and processing efficiency without compromising mechanical properties.
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Features Of VIAPAL GC 4742 B 9001 Flame Retardant

  1. Halogen-free formulation ensuring low smoke and zero corrosive gas emission during combustion.

  2. Excellent thermal stability compatible with high-temperature polymer processing up to 300 °C.

  3. Good dispersion and compatibility in polyolefin-based matrices including PP and PE.

  4. UL 94 V-0 rated performance at loading levels as low as 20–25 wt% in standard test specimens.

  5. RoHS and REACH compliant, supporting sustainable and regulatory-compliant material design.

Typical Applications Of VIAPAL GC 4742 B 9001 Flame Retardant

  1. Flame-retarded polypropylene (PP) for automotive interior components.

  2. Wire and cable jacketing compounds requiring low-smoke, halogen-free fire safety.

  3. Electrical enclosures and housings in consumer electronics and industrial equipment.

  4. Thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) blends used in flexible flame-retarded profiles.

  5. Household appliance parts where UL certification and processing efficiency are critical.

Specifications Of VIAPAL GC 4742 B 9001 Flame Retardant

Chemical TypeOrganophosphorus-based, halogen-free flame retardant
Product FormFree-flowing white granules
AppearanceOff-white to light beige granules
Primary ApplicationsPolyolefins (PP, PE), TPEs, and engineering thermoplastics
Key FeaturesLow smoke density, non-migrating, good melt flow retention
BenefitsEnables UL 94 V-0 rating without antimony trioxide synergy
Density (g/cm³)1.45–1.55 (at 23 °C)
Storage ConditionsStore in cool, dry place; protect from moisture and direct sunlight


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