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Plastic Additives

Ciba® IRGASTAB® PUR 68

Amine Free Package for Polyols

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Characterization IRGASTAB PUR 68 is a revolutionary liquid heat stabilizer blend for polyether and
polyester flexible foams. It is a BHT free and an Amine free blend.

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Applications IRGASTAB PUR 68 is particularly suitable for the stabilization of polyols used for the
manufacture of flexible foams.
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IRGASTAB PUR 68 can also be added with additional antioxidants and/or costabilizers
(e.g, phosphites) and/or light stabilizers (e.g, HALS, UVA).

Features/ Benefits
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IRGASTAB PUR 68 exhibits good resistance to scorch, fogging, and textile staining. It
particularly confers outstanding resistance to foam discoloration after gas and/or light
exposure.
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IRGASTAB PUR 68 is a pourable liquid allowing dust free handling, automatic dosage and
shortening of mixing time.
It increases productivity by reducing weighing or metering to one single operation.

Product Forms Code: Appearance:

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IRGASTAB PUR 68 Clear to slightly yellow liquid product

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Guidelines for use In slabstock polyol applications, the concentration of IRGASTAB PUR 68 ranges between
4000 and 4500 ppm depending on the degree of stabilization desired.
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In molding polyol grades, levels of 500 to 1000 ppm of IRGASTAB PUR 68 are
recommended.

Gas fading of polyether PUR Foams (30 min, 6-8 ppm, 40°C, 65% rel. humidity)

I-1135/ I-5057 I-1135/ I-5057 ® ®

Ratio 2:1 Ratio 1:2 IRGASTAB PUR 68 IRGASTAB PUR 68
4500 ppm 4500 ppm
4500pp,m 4500 ppm 2250 ppm
I-1135/I-5057
(2:1)

Additional performance data in polyols are available upon request

IMPORTANT: The following supercedes Buyer’s documents. SELLER MAKES NO REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
INCLUDING OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. No statements herein are to be construed as inducements to
infringe any relevant patent. Under no circumstances shall Seller be liable for incidental, consequential or indirect damages for alleged negligence,
breach of warranty, strict liability, tort or contract arising in connection with the product(s). Buyer’s sole remedy and Seller’s sole liability for any
claims shall be Buyer’s purchase price. Data and results are based on controlled or lab work and must be confirmed by Buyer by testing for its
intended conditions of use. The product(s) has not been tested for, and is therefore not recommended for, uses for which prolonged contact with
mucous membranes, abraded skin, or blood is intended; or for uses for which implantation within the human body is intended.
Date first Edition: Aug-01 Product Name: IRGASTAB® PUR 68 is registered a trademark of ©Ciba Specialty Chemicals Inc. 2001 page 1
Printing Date: Aug-01
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Physical Properties
Boiling Point > 200°C
Flash point not tested
2
Viscosity (40°C) 200 – 300 mm /s
3
Relative density (20°C) 0.95 - 1.00 g/cm
Vapor Pressure (20°C) < 3 E-3 Pa
Solubility (20°C) % w/w
Water < 0.1

Handling & Safety In accordance with good industrial practice, handle with care and avoid unnecessary
personal contact. Prevent contamination of the environment.
For more detailed information please refer to the material safety data sheet.

IMPORTANT: The following supercedes Buyer’s documents. SELLER MAKES NO REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
INCLUDING OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. No statements herein are to be construed as inducements to
infringe any relevant patent. Under no circumstances shall Seller be liable for incidental, consequential or indirect damages for alleged negligence,
breach of warranty, strict liability, tort or contract arising in connection with the product(s). Buyer’s sole remedy and Seller’s sole liability for any
claims shall be Buyer’s purchase price. Data and results are based on controlled or lab work and must be confirmed by Buyer by testing for its
intended conditions of use. The product(s) has not been tested for, and is therefore not recommended for, uses for which prolonged contact with
mucous membranes, abraded skin, or blood is intended; or for uses for which implantation within the human body is intended.
Date first Edition: Aug-01 Product Name: IRGASTAB® PUR 68 is registered a trademark of ©Ciba Specialty Chemicals Inc. 2001 page 2
Printing Date: Aug-01