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A-260

Low-addition halogen-free intumescent flame retardant for PC

A white powder listed for direct addition to PC, with a TDS-stated UL94 V-0 direction, low dosage and a focus on maintaining the original mechanical and white appearance of the part.

A-260 White powder
White powder
Recommended materialsPC
Starting dosage0.3-1% listed range; comparison table uses 1%
Form and packWhite powder
25 kg plastic woven bag
TDS-derived technical profile

Key values listed for A-260

The following technical values are taken from the current TDS to support grade selection and initial formulation work.

PropertyListed valueCondition
TDS flame classificationUL94 V-0 direction
Listed dosage0.3-1%
Comparison dosage1%
Oxygen index35
Sample thickness1.6 mm
Dripping statementNo flaming dripping particles
Halogen statementNon-halogen
Extinguishing statementWithin 3 secondsSource TDS statement
Selection direction

What this grade is positioned to support

  • PC halogen-free flame-retardant evaluation
  • Flame performance and appearance comparison
  • Controlled dosage and thickness verification
Trial workflow

How to prepare the first evaluation

  1. 01

    Pre-dry the resin and additive for 2 hours before the first evaluation.

  2. 02

    Start within the dosage listed in the TDS and prepare a controlled comparison sample.

  3. 03

    Recheck flame behaviour after any change to resin, filler, colour or sample thickness.

Technical documentation

Current TDS and application guidance

Source file: a-260-tds.pdf. The UL94 wording is a TDS-listed formulation direction, not a certification guarantee. Final performance depends on formulation, thickness and test evidence.

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