Formosa Plastics Formolene® 5140N Homopolymer Polypropylene

Homopolymer for Injection Molded Applications Formolene 5140N is a highly isotactic, polypropylene homopolymer with fast cycle time and improved mold release. It has use in injection molded applications including closures and thin wall container programs. It contains a unique combination of stabilizers and additives, including elevated levels of antistat which provides excellent processability and good end use performance. Formolene 5140N meets all requirements of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration as specified in 21 CFR 177.1520, covering safe use of polyolefin articles and components of articles intended for direct food contact.Specimens were injection molded according to the conditions specified in ASTM D4101Information provided by Formosa Plastics Corporation, USA