UNIPLEX 108
N-ETHYL o/p-TOLUENE SULFONAMIDE
CAS NO. 1077-56-1, 80-39-7 AND 8047-99-02
UNIPLEX 108 is one of the most widely compatible plasticizers. It readily plasticizes nylon,
other polyamides, shellac, cellulose acetate and protein materials. UNIPLEX 108 is outstanding
for making compounds resistant to oils, solvents, and greases.
For nylons, UNIPLEX 108 is one of the best plasticizers known. However, unless FDA clearance
is needed, UNIPLEX 214 is a more economical choice. UNIPLEX 108 imparts toughness
without adversely affecting other properties. It lowers the melting point and improves low
temperature flexibility.
In polyvinyl acetate adhesives, UNIPLEX 108's good grease resistance and flexibility develops
good tack for joining difficult surfaces, such as metal to rubber. In hot melts, UNIPLEX 108
improves flexibility for formulating book bindings and shoe adhesives.
In cellulose acetate formulations, UNIPLEX 108 imparts excellent brilliance and gloss, while
improving water and scuff resistance, oil resistance, and gives heat and light resistance to
discoloration.
In nitrocellulose lacquers, UNIPLEX 108 enhances adhesion, flexibility, and resistance to water,
oils, and greases.
UNIPLEX 108 is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) according to Code
of Federal Regulation 21:
175.105 (Indirect food additives, adhesives, and coatings)
175.300 (Resinous and polymeric coatings)
SPECIFICATIONS:
Appearance Clear, oily liquid, with no suspended matter
Acidity (meq./100g) 0.8 maximum
Color (APHA) 200 maximum
Odor Characteristic
Moisture 0.5% maximum
Assay (ortho/para isomers) 97% minimum
PROPERTIES:
Molecular Weight: 199
Refractive Index @ 25° 1.535 - 1.545
Specific Gravity @ 25° 1.184- 1.187
Pour Point - 10°C or + 14°F Typical
Solidification Temperature 0°C
Boiling Point (10 mm Hg) 196°C
Flash Point (COC)
345°F
HANDLING INFORMATION
:
Refer to Material Safety Data Sheet
These suggestions and data are based on information we believe to be reliable. They are offered in good faith, but
without guarantee, as conditions and methods of use of our products are beyond our control. We recommend that the
prospective user determine the suitability of our materials and suggestions before adopting them on a commercial
scale. Suggestions for uses of our products should not be understood as recommendations that they be used in
violation of any patents.
Uniplex 108
Date Issued: 6/22/09
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