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DATA SHEET
ANTIOXIDANT

CHINOX 168
Hydrolytically Stable Processing Stabilizer for Polymers

General CHINOX168 is a solid phosphite processing stabilizer with low volatility and outstanding
hydrolytic stability. This secondary antioxidant provides excellent heat stability and
anti-oxidation, with good resin compatibility and excellent extraction resistance. During
processing, CHINOX168 reacts with hydroperoxides formed by auto-oxidation of
polymers and prevents the induced degradation, therefore , will extend the performance of
primary antioxidants. Generally, It is used in combination with hindered phenolic
antioxidants or hindered amine stabilizers to establish synergistic effects on various
polymers.

Properties Structure :
C(CH3)3

(H3C)3C O P
3

Chemical Name : Tris(2,4-di-tert-butylphenyl)phosphite

CAS No. : 31570-04-4
Molecular Formula : C42H63O3P
Molecular Weight : 646.94

Physical Data Appearance : White crystalline powder or granule

Melting point : 184-187℃
Vapor Pressure : 1.3 x 10-8 Pa @20℃
Specific Gravity : 1.02 g/cm3 @20℃

Solubility (g in100 ml solvent @ 20C)

Methanol : <0.01
Benzene : 34
Cyclohexane : 16
Chloroform : 36
Ethyl acetate : 4.0
Acetone : 1.0
n-Hexane : 11
Methylene chloride : 36
Water : < 0.005 mg/l @20℃
Specification Appearance : White crystalline powder or granule
Assay : 99.0% min.
Melting point : 184-187℃
Volatiles : 0.3% max.
Acid value : 0.5 mg KOH/g max.
2,4-DTBP content : 0.3% max.
Solution clarity : Clear (10g/100ml toluene)
Color of solution : 20 APHA max.
Transmittance : @425nm 97% min.
@500nm 98%min

Advantage ▪ Extends performance of primary antioxidants e.g. CHINOX® 1010 or CHINOX® 1076
▪ Highly compatible with a wide range of organic substrates
▪ Improvement long-term stability of polymers
▪ Low volatility
▪ Maintenance of original melt flow
▪ Prevents discoloration
▪ Protects polymers from chain scission and cross-linking
▪ Excellent resistance to hydrolysis

Application  CHINOX 168 acts as a processing stabilizer in polymers to help control their color
degradations and melt flow.
 CHINOX 168 is particularly useful in the stabilization of polyolefins and olefinic
copolymers such as PE, PP, EVA and polybutenes when used in conjunction with a
phenolic antioxidant.
 CHINOX 168 can also be used to stabilize polyester, polycarbonates, polyamides,
polystyrenes, ABS, SAN, natural and synthetic tackifier resins, elastomers such as
BR, SEBS, SBS, and other organic substrates.
 Dosage: The typical loading concentrations is recommended in the range between
0.05% and 0.25% once combined with appropriate levels of other antioxidants.
Loading levels will vary depending on substrates and processing conditions. Exact
dosage must be determined by compositions of specific polymer system.

Storage This product may be stored up to one year in a sealed in a cool, dry place. Extended
storage at elevated temperature or exposure to direct heat or sunlight could reduce shelf
life. Keep containers sealed when not in use.

H.S. Code 2920 90

Health and Safety Toxicity:

ORL-RAT LD50 : >6000 mg/kg
Information
For detailed information please consult the corresponding material safety data sheets.

Important Notice Completely seal the container after using.

Avoid contact with air.

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Published date: Jul. 07, 2012 Administrator: Linda Yao

Revised date: Jun. 15, 2016