Lotrene FD0474 is a high-performance low-density polyethylene (LDPE) resin developed for film extrusion applications requiring outstanding clarity and visual appeal. It delivers smooth processing behavior, consistent film quality, and a combination of transparency, toughness, and sealing performance, making it an excellent choice for both blown and cast film production.

Property

Value

Test Method

Melt Flow Index (190°C/2.16 kg)

4.0 g/10 min

ASTM D1238

Density

0.923 g/cm³

ASTM D1505

Melting Point

108 °C

ASTM E794

Vicat Softening Temperature

87 °C

ASTM D1525

Tensile Strength (MD/TD)

23 / 20 MPa

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Yield Strength (MD/TD)

11 / 11 MPa

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Elongation at Break (MD/TD)

335% / 610%

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Tear Strength (MD/TD)

75 / 40 N/mm

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Dart Impact (F50)

90 g

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Haze

7 %

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Gloss (45°)

63

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Coefficient of Friction

0.09

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Performance Characteristics of Lotrene FD0474

  • Excellent Optical Properties. Lotrene FD0474 delivers outstanding film aesthetics with high clarity, low haze, and high gloss, making it ideal for premium packaging and display applications.
  • Good Processability. With a medium melt flow index, this materail ensures smooth extrusion, stable bubble formation in blown film, and compatibility with high-production operations.
  • Built-in Additive Package. The resin contains a balanced system of antiblock agents, slip agents, and antioxidants, providing excellent film handling, low friction, and consistent processing performance.
  • Balanced Mechanical Properties. FD0474 combines flexibility and strength, offering good impact resistance, high elongation at break, and reliable tear strength for thin film applications.

Primary Uses of LDPE FD0474

  • High Clarity Films. This grade is ideal for display packaging films and premium product wrapping, offering outstanding transparency, low haze, and high gloss to enhance product visibility and shelf appeal.
  • Consumer Packaging. It is commonly used for garment bags, laundry bags, retail bags, and flower packaging films, providing good flexibility, durability, and processing stability.
  • Food Packaging. LDPE FD0474 is also suitable for food-related applications such as bread bags, frozen food packaging, and zip-lock bags, ensuring reliable performance and compliance with food contact standards.

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