ExxonMobil Santoprene® 171-73 Thermoplastic Elastomer

A soft, black, specialty thermoplastic vulcanizate (TPV) in the thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) family. It complies with FDA regulations for rubber articles intended for repeated use, as well as those in contact with non-fatty, non-oily foods as closures and sealing gaskets. This grade of Santoprene TPV is shear-dependent and can be processed on conventional thermoplastics equipment for injection molding, extrusion or blow molding. It is polyolefin based and completely recyclable.Key Features: This product, in principle, can be used in food contact applications in the USA (FDA). Migration or use limitations may apply.Complies with NSF Standard 51: Food Equipment Materials - Plastics, materials and components used in food equipment.UL listed: file #QMFZ2.E80017, Plastics - Component; file #QMFZ8.E80017, Plastics Certified For Canada - Component.Although not NSF certified, this product has a Material Supplier Form on file with NSF to facilitate its evaluation for use in applications requiring NSF certification.Recommended for applications requiring excellent flex fatigue resistance.EU and China RoHS compliant.Applications:Consumer: Packaging, Small Appliance, Soft Touch GripsIndustrial – Seals and GasketsTubingUses:FilterFlexible GripsFood ConatinersKitchenwareNon-specific Food ApplicationsSealsWhite Goods & Small Appliances Availability: Africa & Middle East, Europe, North America, Asia Pacific, Latin America and South AmericaInformation provided by ExxonMobil Chemical