Bioplastics
PHBV Balanced Grade F — Poly(3-hydroxybutyrate-co-3-hydroxyvalerate), Balanced Grade F
PHBV Balanced Grade F offers improved flexibility and processability compared to pure PHB due to the incorporation of 3-hydroxyvalerate units. This controlled copolymer composition allows for tailoring properties for a broader range of applications, including films and molded articles, with good biodegradability.
PHBVBAL-PHBV-F
Manufacturers
2
Grades
2
Applications
4
Equivalents
1
Physical Properties
- Density
- 1.22 g/cm³
- Water Absorption (24h)
- 0.7 %
- Transparency
- Translucent
- Shrinkage
- 2.5 - 4.8 %
Mechanical Properties
- Young's Modulus
- 1.5 GPa
- Tensile Strength
- 45 MPa
- Elongation at Break
- 4.0 %
- Impact Strength (Izod)
- 0.5 J/cm
Thermal Properties
- Glass Transition Temperature
- 0-5 °C
- Melting Point
- 140-160 °C
- Continuous Service Temperature
- 45 °C
- Heat Deflection Temperature
- 40 °C
Electrical Properties
- Dielectric Constant
- 3.1
- Volume Resistivity
- 10¹¹ Ω·cm
- Dielectric Strength
- 18 kV/mm
Chemical Resistance
- Acids
- Good resistance
- Bases
- Good resistance
- Solvents
- Resistant to aliphatic hydrocarbons, but attacked by chlorinated and aromatic hydrocarbons
- UV Resistance
- Moderate
Sustainability
- Recyclability
- Biodegradable (compost)
- Recycling Code
- 7 (Other)
- Carbon Footprint
- Low
Manufacturing compatibility
Injection MoldingExtrusionFilm Blowing
Applications
Biodegradable Films
Disposable Containers
Cosmetic Packaging
Medical Devices
Available grades
PHBV-BAL-F-7030PHBV-BAL-F-8515