Michem Flex Family Overview
Michem® Flex is a range of functional, sustainable water-based technologies optimized for flexible packaging. Learn more about Michem Flex »
Usage
A heat seal coating that provides water and oil resistance, good wettability, hot-tack and cold-tack performance, as well as moderate MVTR (moisture vapor transmission rate) and is well-suited to flexible packaging structures. This coating has excellent global food contact compliance.
Performance Attributes
This product is used in many applications including the following:
| Application | Properties Imparted |
|---|---|
| Heat Seal Coatings | grease & oil resistance, heat seal, MVTR, Substrate - paper |
Physical Properties
| Appearance | Translucent |
|---|---|
| pH | 9.0 – 11.0 |
| Percent Non-Volatile | 19.0% – 21.0% |
| Brookfield Viscosity Range | 20 – 250 |
| Spindle Number | 2 |
| RPM | 60 |
These physical properties are typical but should not be considered specifications.
Additional Information
Description: Water resistant heat seal coating
Handling: Ensure adequate ventilation. Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Use personal protective equipment as required.
Storage: Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Keep from freezing
Shelf Life: 12 Months
Technical Data Sheet: Click here to download a Technical Data Sheet PDF for Michem® Flex HS9105
Site(s) of Manufacture (and Product Code):
Cincinnati, OH, USA (MFHS9105)
Aubange, Belgium (MFHS9105.E)
Solutions
Michem® Flex Primers & Coatings for Flexible Packaging
Environmentally friendly solutions for oriented film, foil, and paper substrates
Applications
Heat Seal Coatings
Our water-based heat seal coatings balance low initiation temperatures with excellent bond strength.
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