Surlyn™ 8940

Surlyn™ 8940 by Dow is a lightweight, reliable, cost-effective sodium ionomer of ethylene acid copolymer. It does not contain antiblock or slip additives. Possesses good impact strength, outstanding toughness at low temperature and good optical properties. Provides low-temperature seal initiation, excellent hot tack strength, good formability, scratch, solvent and puncture resistance. It seals through contaminants, helps reduce leakers and increases line speeds. It is suitable for processing by blow molding, injection molding and sheet extrusion. Possible applications of Surlyn™ 8940 could be industrial, packaging for food, cosmetic, medical device, skin & stretch, surface layer for golf balls, ski boots and overmolded bottles. Complies with U.S. FDA 21 CFR 177.1330(a).