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ELVAX™ 3165

ELVAX™ 3165 by Dow is ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) copolymer grade filled with 18% vinyl acetate comonomer content. It contains butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT) antioxidant as a thermal stabilizer. Exhibits low-temperature heat sealing, excellent clarity, flex crack-, cling-, impact- and puncture resistance. Designed for blown film extrusion. ELVAX™ 3165 is recommended for flexible packaging applications and used in co-extruded films. Complies with food and drug administration (FDA) regulation 21 CFR 177.1350(a)(1).

ELVAX™ 3165 Properties

Thermal Properties

Value & Unit

Test Condition

Test Method

Freezing Point

68 °C

(Differential Scanning Calorimetry)

ASTM D3418

Melting Point

89 °C

(Differential Scanning Calorimetry)

ISO 3146

Vicat Softening Temperature

69 °C

ISO 306

Extrusion Properties

Value & Unit

Test Condition

Test Method

Screw Diameter

38 - 152 mm

Feed Depth

9.7 - 17.0 mm

Metering Depth

2.7 - 4.8 mm

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