Masterbatch

Additives
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CERETAN micronized waxes

for Colour Masterbatch
Today all typical processes of the plastics industry
use Masterbatches. They are to be found in processes
of extrusion, injection moulding and blow moulding.
Master
batches consist of a polymer, pigments and
waxes. Compared to traditionally used wax powders
CERETAN waxes offer various advantages. This brochure
helps to find the best suitable products and enables
you to optimize your Masterbatch as well.

High performance dispersing agents

Reduction of wax usage Reduced clogging of filters
Increased colour strength by 5%15% Less mixing time necessary
Reduction of pigment costs Less extrusions necessary
Lower filter pressure

Comparison of the particle size

Micronized waxes
The spherical shape guarantees:
Very good dispersibility
Constant and consistant
colour output
No film tearing
Reduced clogging of filters
and centrifuges
Wax powder (500 m) CERETAN micronized waxes
Pigment (1 m) (e.g. CERETAN MX 9820,
D50 < 8 m)
Pigment (1 m)

Level of addition
The dosage level of our waxes depends on various factors, such as your individual Masterbatch formulation, the
kind of application, the used pigments and plastics. According to your requirements, a dosage of 0,5%15% of
CERETAN waxes is advisable.
Reduction in wax usage
MNZING a leading manufacturer of spray micronized
waxes produces up to 100 times smaller particles than
traditional powder waxes. Offering identical chemical
properties CERETAN waxes are more effective due to
their particle size and shape.
Lower filter pressure
By using CERETAN micronized waxes the flow capability
of the processed material will be improved. Therefore,
clogging of filters is reduced and mounting of the
product can be eliminated (test results on page 4).

Dispersing agent Reduction in wax usage

The excellent wetting properties of CERETAN waxes
provide an improved dispersion of the components,
especially in SPC (Single Pigment Concentrate).
Increased colour strength by 515%
Improved pigment wetting properties of CERETAN waxes
will result in an increased colour output.
The much finer particle size reduces the amount of
waxes used. The expected results are achieved faster
by incorporating CERETAN waxes instead of non micro-
nized waxes. The amount of foreign substances (such as
agglomerates) in the formulation and sedimentation in
the processing tubes is reduced or even eliminated.

Masterbatch production process

1..Polymer
2..Pigment
1 2 3
3..Wax
6 4..Polymer Silo
5..Mixing
4 5 6..Weighing
7..Extrusion
8..Compounding
9..Cooling
7 10.Waterbatch
7 9 11.Granuling

8
11
10

Figure | Production Process of Masterbatch

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Lower filter pressure

All tests have been conducted in mixed batches using cold mix application at a mixing time of 35 minutes with a
dosage of 510% wax and a pigment loading of 3040%.

PE and PP colour batches

Product Filter pressure
(bar/g), Filter 24 m

no wax used 0,50

non-micronized wax 0,40

CERETAN ME 1430 0,15

CERETAN MV 0330 0,15

Filter pressure
(bar/g), Filter 14 m
no wax used 6,50

non-micronized wax 4,50

CERETAN ME 1430 0,70

CERETAN MV 0330 0,60

Ps colour batches
Product Filter pressure
(bar/g), Filter 24 m

no wax used 0,50

non-micronized wax 0,40

CERETAN ME 1430 0,15

CERETAN MM 8120 0,15

CERETAN MV 0330 0,15

Filter pressure
(bar/g), Filter 14 m
no wax used 6,50

non-micronized wax 4,50

CERETAN ME 1430 0,70

CERETAN MM 8120 0,60

CERETAN MV 0330 0,60

The more viscous a wax the more flowable it is in the Masterbatch process, hence no residues are generated.
CERETAN waxes for colour Masterbatch
Micronized Products
CERETAN MA 7050
This micronized amide wax (EBS) shows very good
performances with all pigment and plastic applications,
especially PS and ABS.
CERETAN ME 0980
This micronized PE wax can be used for the production of SPC
(Single Pigment Concentrate), as well as for mixed co-
lours. Even in very high concentrated colour batches
CERETAN ME 0980 is the best suitable dispersing agent.
It can be used universally in many kinds of plastics and
for the dispersion of all kinds of pigments. Generally
speaking, PE waxes have excellent release properties.
CERETAN ME 1430
Spray micronized PE wax for the production of SPC
(Single Pigment Concentrate), as well as mixed colours.
Even in very high concentrated colour batches CERETAN
ME 1430 works as best suitable dispersing agent. It can
be used universally in many kinds of plastics and for the
dispersion of all kinds of pigments. Generally speaking
PE waxes have excellent release properties. Due to its
non polarity, it is not recommended in PVC.
CERETAN MM 8120/ CERETAN MM 8220
Spray micronized Montan E and OP waxes, which This spray micronized blend of PE and FT can be used
are recommended for all kinds of inorganic and organic
pigments. They can be used in more or less the whole
range of plastics.
Non-Micronized Products
CERETAN A 70
If you require an amide wax (EBS) which is suitable for all
pigment and plastic applications CERETAN A 70 is the
right choice. We recommend it especially for PS and ABS.
CERETAN MO 4615
Spray micronized oxidized PE wax for PE batches and
PVC applications. Suitable for all kinds of pigments.
CERETAN MP 2150
This micronized Polypropylene is used for all polyolefin
applications and some technical plastics. You can apply
it for all kinds of pigments. CERETAN MP 2150 works
more effective in your processes. Due to the fine
particle size, the dispersibility is much better compared
to the usage of a non micronized wax.
CERETAN MV 0330
Compared to other products CERETAN MV 0330 shows
the best results in reducing filter pressure. Ethylene- Vi-
nyl- Acetate is suitable for all kinds of plastics, espe-
cially for Carbon Black and pigments that are difficult to
disperse, but also for all other pigments. Due to the
micronized particles your processes will work more ef-
fectively.
CERETAN MX 9820
in all kinds of applications. Because of the combination
of different chemistries it provides excellent dispersion
and lubrication properties.
CERETAN A 71
This Erucamide wax has excellent flow properties in the
extrusion process. It is recommended to be used for all
kinds of plastics except for PET and ABS.
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Product range for your Masterbatches

sPRAY mICRONIZED wAXES
Product Wax type Particle Drop Viscosity Density Acid
size point value
D99 C mPas g/cm3 mg KOH/g
CERETAN MA 7050 EBS 50 143151 2040 0,980,99 5

CERETAN ME 0980 Polyethylene 80 110120 1020 0,940,96 0

CERETAN ME 1430 Polyethylene 30 110118 300400 0,930,96 0

CERETAN MM 8120 Montan 20 8189 1020 1,001,02 1520

CERETAN MM 8220 Montan 20 96104 200400 1,001,02 717

CERETAN MO 4615 Oxid. Polyethylene 15 108116 200400 0,920,94 10

CERETAN MP 2150 Polypropylene 50 156164 100200 0,870,89 0

CERETAN MV 0330 EVA 30 105113 200600 0,930,95 0

CERETAN MX 9820 Polyolefin 20 111119 2060 0,940,95 0

Non-mICRONIZED wAXES
Product Wax type Drop Viscosity Density Acid
point value
C mPas g/cm3 mg KOH/g
CERETAN A 70 EBS 143151 2040 0,980,99 46

CERETAN A 71 Erucamide 8088 812 1,00 1

Crystallinity and polarity of CERETAN waxes

This graph shows you the correlation

of crystallinity and polarity among
various kinds of Masterbatches. The
Crystallinity (solidity; dimensional stability)

MA 7050
rectangular shapes in the graph rep-
HDPE resent the main types of plastic
PA
MP 2150 used in this particular industry. The
spheres next to the rectangular
PET
PP
boxesshow you the best suitable
CERETAN wax grades for the specific
ME 1430
kind of plastic.
MV 0330 MM-Series PE..non polar
LDPE PP..slightly polar
PS..polar
MO 4615 EVA PS PVC EVA PC

Polarity

Safety data Further information about all mentioned products can be found in the corresponding Material Safety Data Sheet. Moreover, informa-
tion concerning hazard class designation, safety measures, exact handling and s toring as well as information on disposal regulations can be found
in the MSDS.
Areas of Application according to...
Kinds of Plastic
Product LDPE HDPE PP PET PC PC PS PS PVC ABS PA PES
PBT transp. pigm. transp. pigm.

CERETAN MA 7050

CERETAN ME 0980

CERETAN ME 1430

CERETAN MM 8120

CERETAN MM 8220

CERETAN MO 4615

CERETAN MP 2150

CERETAN MV 0330

CERETAN MX 9820

CERETAN A 70

CERETAN A 71

LDPE = Low density polyethylene PBT = Polybutylene-Terephthalate ABS = Acrylnitrile-Butadiene-Styrene-Copolymers

HDPE = High density polyethylene PC = Polycarbonate PA = Polyamide
PET = Polyethylene-Terephthalate PS = Polystyrene PES = Polyester

Kinds of Pigment
Product Inorganic Organic TiO2 Carbon black Phthalo Difficult
pigments pigments cyanine to disperse
pigments
CERETAN MA 7050

CERETAN ME 0980

CERETAN ME 1430

CERETAN MM 8120

CERETAN MM 8220

CERETAN MO 4615

CERETAN MP 2150

CERETAN MV 0330

CERETAN MX 9820

CERETAN A 70

CERETAN A 71

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kind either express or implied. Unless otherwise stipulated by law, MNZING shall accept no warrantee or liability with regard to the correctness,
reliability or completeness of the content. The data included in here does not warrant any applicability for certain applications. It is the customers
responsibility to take necessary safety measures as well as to ensure the appropriate handling of the product.
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