HIGH MOISTURE BARRIER POLYPROPYLENE-BASED FILM

A Polymeric film having improved moisture barrier characteristics and

enhanced mechanical properties.

The film has a base layer which includes a blend of a high crystallinity
polypropylene having an isotactic Stereoregularity greater than about 93%,
a conventional isotactic polypropylene having an isotactic Stereoregularity
of from about 90% to about 93%, about9% by weight of a resin modifier.

Attempts to vary the characteristics of polypropylene are often directed

towards improving the moisture barrier of the resultant film Typically, from
about 10% to about 20% resin modifier must be added to the film to
achieve the desired reduction in water vapor transmission.

The skin layer is preferably formed from an ethylene-propylene random

copolymer or an ethylene propylene-butene-l terpolymer.

In one particularly preferred embodiment, the skin layer includes an amount

of an anti blocking agent effective to reduce blocking of the film.

HCPP-based film structures also provide enhanced mechanical properties

without suffering from losses in dimensional stability and clarity.

Blending high crystallinity polypropylene (HCPP) and conventional isotactic

polypropylene (PP) with a resin modifier to form a base layer precursor.

skin layers are simultaneously co-extruded on both sides of the base layer.

In order to further improve certain properties of the resultant film, effective

amounts of additives such as anti blocking agents, antistatic agents and/or
slip agents may be contained in the base layer and/or in the skin layer(s).
 Raw Materials:

Commercially suitable PPs

Fina 3371 (available from Fina Oil and Chemical Co. of Dallas, Tex.),
Exxon 4612 and Exxon 4052 (available from Exxon Chemical Co.
of Houston, Tex.)
Amoco 6361 (available from Amoco Chemical Co. of Chicago, 111.).

Commercially suitable HCPPs

Amoco 9117 and Amoco 9119 (availablefrom Amoco Chemical Co. of
Chicago, 111.),
Chisso HF5010 and Chisso XF2805 (available from Chisso Chemical Co.,
Ltd. of Tokyo, Japan).

Fina 3371
Physical Properties Metric English
Density 0.905 g/cc 0.0327 lb/in
Water Vapor Transmission 4.70 g/m/day 0.303 g/100 in/day
@Temperature 37.8 C @Temperature 100 F
Melt Flow 2.8 g/10 min 2.8 g/10 min

Mechanical Properties Metric English

Film Elongation at Break, MD 130 % 130 %
Film Elongation at Break, TD 50 % 50 %
Secant Modulus, MD 2.41 GPa 350 ksi
Secant Modulus, TD 4.14 GPa 600 ksi
Film Tensile Strength at Break, MD 131 MPa 19000 psi
Film Tensile Strength at Break, TD 262 MPa 38000 psi

Thermal Properties Metric English

Melting Point 163 C 325 F

Optical Properties Metric English

Haze 1.0 % 1.0 %
Gloss 90 % 90 %

Processing Properties Metric English

Melt Temperature 232 - 274 C 450 - 525 F
 ExxonMobil PP4052E1

Physical Typical Value Unit Test Based On

Melt Mass-Flow Rate 2.0 g/10 min ASTM D1238
(MFR) (230C/2.16 kg)
Density 0.900 g/cm ExxonMobil
Method

Mechanical Typical Value Unit Test Based On

Tensile Strength at Yield (2.0 5230 psi ASTM D638
in/min)
Elongation at Yield (2.0 in/min) 8.3 % ASTM D638
Thermal Typical Value Unit Test Based On
Melting Temperature 325 F ExxonMobil
Method
Deflection Temperature Under 207 F ASTM D648
Load (DTUL) at 66psi -
Unannealed
 Amoco 6361 Polypropylene Homopolymer

Physical Properties Metric E ng

 BP Amoco Accpro 9117 Enhanced Polypropylene lish
Features: Improved MVTR And Stain Resistance.
Physical Properties Metric English Comments
Density 0.886 - 0.0320 - ASTM D1505
0.926 g/cc 0.0335 lb/in
Water Absorption <= 0.010 % <= 0.010 % 24 hours; ASTM
D570
Linear Mold Shrinkage 0.010 - 0.010 - ASTM D955
0.025 cm/cm 0.025 in/in

Mechanical Properties Metric English Comments

Hardness, Rockwell R 103 103 ASTM D785
Tensile Strength, Yield 39.0 MPa 5660 psi ASTM D638
Elongation at Break 110 % 110 % ASTM D638
Thermal Properties Metric English Comments
Deflection Temperature at 0.46 113 C 235 F
MPa (66 psi)

BP Amoco Accpro 9346 Enhanced Polypropylene

Features: Long-term heat aging, High stiffness, Nucleated, UL Recognized

Physical Properties Metric English

Density 0.886 - 0.926 g/cc 0.0320 - 0.0335 lb/in
Water Absorption <= 0.010 % <= 0.010 %
Linear Mold Shrinkage 0.010 - 0.025 cm/cm 0.010 - 0.025 in/in
Melt Flow 5.0 g/10 min 5.0 g/10 min
@Load 2.16 kg, @Load 4.76 lb,
Temperature 230 C Temperature 446 F
Mechanical Metric English
Properties
Hardness, Rockwell R 108 108
Tensile Strength, Yield 43.0 MPa 6240 psi
Elongation at Break 25 % 25 %
 Composition:
80% PP and 20% resin modifier. The master batch is then blended with
HCPP, which reduces the concentrations of both the PP and resin modifier
to the final desired levels.

The resin modifier is preferably a low molecular weight hydrogenated

hydrocarbon which is compatible with the HCPP and PP polymers and
which provides the desired enhancement of film properties.

The preferred resin modifier has a number average molecular weight from
about 500 to about 1000.

The resin modifier can be natural or synthetic and preferably has a

softening point of from about 60 C. to about 180 C.

Resin Modifiers:

Trademarks

PICCOLYTE,
REGALREZ
REGALITE
ARKON-P by Arakawa
 PICCOLYTE
Resin Modifier
Piccolyte S115
PiccolyteS115 poly terpene resin is a pale, inert, low molecular weight,
thermoplastic hydrocarbon resin .it has light color and color stability, low
odor, and an excellent balance of adhesive and cohesive properties

Benefits
Acid, alkali and water-resistant
Pale color and color retention
Low odor
High thermal stability
Balance of cohesive and adhesive properties

General Sales Specifications

Softening Point, Ring & Ball, C 112-118

Color, Gardner, 50% solids in toluene, max 4

 Piccolyte A135 Plus
Piccolyte A135 Plus poly terpene resin is a high softening point alpha-
pinene resin with excellent oxidation resistance.

It has light color, broad compatibility with block copolymers and superior
resistance to moisture penetration of adhesives.

Its enhanced oxidation resistance makes it very suitable for demanding,

high temperature processes and applications.

Applications
Moisture and corrosion resistant adhesives and coatings
Specialty pressure-sensitive hot-melt and solvent adhesives
High gloss inks, paints, varnishes and coatings

Benefits
Improved color and oxidation stability of adhesives and coatings
Tolerant of thermally demanding processing conditions
Broad applicability with block copolymers and other elastomers
Durable coatings with superior appearance
General Sales Specifications

Softening Point, Ring & Ball, C 132-138

Color, Gardner, 50% solids in toluene, max 5

Typical Properties

Density at 25C, lb/gal (kg/l) 8.08 (0.98)

Ash, % < 0.1

Flashpoint, Seta, F (C) > 347 (> 175)

Molecular weight, Mn 750

Piccolyte C115
polyterpene resin is a pale, neutral, low molecular weight, highly stable,
thermoplastic resin. it is characterized by its light color, resistance to aging,
high thermal stability, and excellent balance of adhesive and cohesive
properties.

Benefits
Pale color and color retention
Superior taste and odor characteristics
Inertness to acids, alkalies, and salts
High tack and tack retention
High adhesive and cohesive strength
Heat and UV light resistant
Wide solubility and compatibility

General Sales Specifications

Softening Point, Ring & Ball, C 112-118

Color, Gardner, 50% solids in toluene, max 4

Typical Properties

Bromine Number 28

Density at 25C, lb/gal (kg/l) 8.25 (0.99)

Flashpoint, Seta, F (C) > 347 (> 175)

 REGALREZ
Regalrez 1126 Hydrocarbon Resin
Product Description
Highly stable, Light colored, Low molecular weight Non-polar resin
suggested for use in plastics modification, adhesives, coatings, sealants.
Regalrez 1126 is especially suited to applications where the lowest color
and most stability against weathering and thermal degradation is required.

Key Attributes
Provides excellent barrier properties and low oxygen permeability.
Excellent thermal and UV stability
Fully hydrogenated
Highly stable
Water-white color

Applications/Uses
Film Modification
Hot Melt Adhesives
Rubber and Plastic Modification
Solvent borne Adhesives
Wax Modification
ARKON-P by Arakawa
 Mechanical properties
Youngs Modulus By blending Arkon* resin with PP, the stiffness of PP is
improved. Youngs Modulus of film is expected to increase about 30 % by
blending 20% of Arkon* resin.
 Barrier properties
Water vapour permeability DIN 53122 at 23 deg C, 85 %RH

Oxygen gas permeability DIN 53380-3

Permeability of water vapor

The water vapour permeability is expected to decrease about 20% by

blending 10 wt% of Arkon* resin.

Permeability of Oxygen Gas

The oxygen gas permeability is expected to decrease about 25% by

blending 10wt% of Arkon* resin.
 ARKON* P-115 ARKON
Premier water white hydrocarbon resin, its color less and transparent
character is especially suitable for use in light-colored products, it has
excellent UV and thermal stability.

key characteristics are:

Excellent compatibility with various polymers

Low molecular weight with High glass transition point

Low molten viscosity

Hydrophobicity

Excellent chemical stability

Color less

Applications :

such as pressure sensitive adhesives.

Hot-melt adhesives, sealants

plastics modification, inks and coatings etc.

For Skin Layer Coating

Ethylene Propylene Random Copolymer (Fina 8573HB)

Polyvinyl Alcohol(PVOH)
Ethylene vinyl alcohol (EVOH)Special Grades M100B,L171B
 Ethylene-Propylene Random Copolymer (Fina 8573HB) / PPR 8573
Polypropylene
Low melting, high ethylene random copolymer with improved color, optics
and impact properties.

Heat Sealable:

The low melting point of FINA 8573 makes it a very good heat seal layer

Physical Properties Metric English Comments

Water Vapor 14.0 g mil/ (m2 day) 0.903 g mil/ (100 in2 day) 90% RH; ASTM E96
Permeability @Temperature 37.8 C @Temperature 100 F

Density 0.895 g/cc 0.0323 lb/in ASTM D1505

Melt Flow 6.8 g/10 min 6.8 g/10 min ASTM D1238
@Load 2.16 kg, @Load 4.76 lb,
Temperature 230 C Temperature 446 F

Mechanical Properties Metric English Comments

Film Elongation at 500 % 500 % Non-oriented film; ASTM D882

Break, MD

Secant Modulus 0.483 GPa 70.1 ksi 1% Secant Modulus; Non-oriented Film; ASTM
D882

Dart Drop 9.40 g/micron 239 g/mil F50; ASTM D 1709

Seal Strength >= 200 g/25 mm >= 200 g/in at 135C, 15 psi pressure and 1 sec.

Film Tensile Strength at 21.0 MPa 3050 psi Non-oriented film; ASTM D882
Break, MD

Thermal Properties Metric English Comments

Melting Point 135 C 275 F DSC

Optical Properties Metric English Comments

Haze 2.0 % 2.0 % Non-oriented film; ASTM D1003

Gloss 85 % 85 % 45; Non-oriented film; ASTM D2457

Processing Properties Metric English Comments

Melt Temperature 199 - 232 C 390 - 450 F film extrusion

Master Batches
To Improve Barrier
To ImproveDie Lip Buildup
Antiblocking Agent
 EXAMPLES
Water Vapor Transmission Rate (WVTR)

Water Vapor Transmission Rate (WVTR) in each of the following examples

was measured at 100 F. and 90% Relative Humidity (ASI'M F 372) and is
expressed in g/ 100/in2/day/mil.

Example : 01
A core layer of an isotactic polypropylene (Fina3371) having a thickness of
about 23.75 microns was coextruded with sln'n layers of an ethylene-
propylene random copolymer (Fina 8573HB) each having a thickness of
about 0.6 microns to produce an ABA extrudate.

Example 2
Sample 2 was produced to demonstrate the moisture barrier of a HCPP-
based film structure. Example 1 was repeated using a core layer of a high
crystallinity polypropylene (Amoco 9117).

Sample Core Layer Resin WVTR WVTR

Modifier % Ambient Aged
2 Amoco 9117 0 .246 .218
 Example:3

80% HCPP(Amoco 9218) and 20% resin modifier (ARKON P- 115) was
blended with additional HCPP (Amoco 9218) and thereafter coextruded
with skin layers of an ethylene-propylene random copolymer (Fina 8573HB)
to produce an ABA extrudate.
Sample Thickness HCPP Resin WVTR WVTR
% Modifier % Ambient Aged
3a 19.8 94 6 .230 .202
3b 19.8 94 6 .234 .205
3c 19.8 94 6 .235 .222
3d 26.8 90 10 .216 .210
3e 26.8 90 10 .218 .219

Example :4
85% PP and 15% resin modifier (ESCOREZ) was blended with HCPP
(Amoco 9218) and there after co extruded with skin layers of an ethylene-
propylene random copolymer (Fina8573HB) to produce an ABA extrudate
having a thickness of 27 microns.
Sample HCPP PP Resin WVTR WVTR
% % Modifier % Ambient Aged
4a 60 34 6 .220 .203
4b 60 34 6 .215 .208
4c 33 57 10 .216 .210
4d 0 85 15 .233 .223
4e 0 85 15 .239 .219