ExxonMobil Vistamaxx™ 8880 performance polymer is a versatile, low-viscosity polyolefin elastomer designed to enhance both processing efficiency and end-use performance. Its unique molecular architecture makes it an ideal choice for hot melt adhesives, polymer modification, masterbatch applications, and flexible polyolefin products, where softness, elasticity, and ease of processing are critical.

Typical Physical Properties

Typical Physical Property

Value

Density

0.879 g/cm³

Ethylene Content

6wt%

Shore C Hardness

53

Elongation at Break

Up to ~1200%

Glass Transition Temperature (Tg)

–22 °C

Melting Temperature

97 °C

Main Material Characteristics of ExxonMobil Vistamaxx™ 8880

  • Propylene-based polyolefin elastomer with ethylene comonomer.
  • Produced using proprietary metallocene technology for uniform molecular structure.
  • Low density and exceptional softness.
  • Extremely low melt viscosity, enabling easy processing.
  • High elongation and excellent elastic recovery.
  • Non-corrosive, low odor, and low extractables.

Application Areas

  • Hot Melt Adhesives (HMA). Vistamaxx™ 8880 is widely utilized in hot melt adhesive formulations as either a base polymer or a performance modifier. It delivers excellent elasticity and flexibility while helping to achieve a well-balanced combination of tack and adhesion. In addition, it enhances low-temperature performance and maintains stable viscosity during processing, supporting consistent application and reliable bonding performance.
  • Polymer Modification. When blended with polypropylene (PP) or polyethylene (PE), this polymer effectively improves impact resistance and overall toughness. It also increases flexibility and softness while enhancing melt flow behavior and surface quality. These benefits enable material downgauging and formulation optimization without compromising performance.
  • Extrusion and Injection Molding. The material is suitable for a wide range of flexible extruded and injection-molded products. Typical applications include soft-touch components, elastic profiles, and co-extruded structures. Its excellent processability also makes it well suited for thin-walled flexible parts requiring both durability and dimensional stability.
  • Masterbatch Carrier Resin. Due to its very low melt viscosity and outstanding compatibility with polyolefin systems, POE Vistamaxx™ 8880 serves as an effective carrier resin for masterbatch applications. It supports the production of color masterbatches, additive and filler concentrates, as well as functional masterbatch systems, ensuring good dispersion and efficient processing.

Processing Advantages

POE Vistamaxx™ 8880 offers outstanding processing benefits due to its very low melt viscosity, which helps to:

  • Improve melt flow and extrusion stability
  • Reduce processing temperatures and energy consumption
  • Increase production efficiency in extrusion, injection molding, and compounding
  • Enhance filler and pigment dispersion in masterbatch formulations
  • Act as an internal processing aid in polyolefin blends

The material exhibits excellent compatibility with polypropylene (PP) and polyethylene (PE), allowing it to be easily incorporated into existing formulations without phase separation.

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