A-C copolymer 400
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Description
[Honeywell (formerly AlliedSignal), Morristown, NJ] A registered trademark for an ethylene vinyl acetate copolymer. A-C® 400 is a white waxy solid with a slight waxy odor. The product is used commercially in hot-melt adhesives, paper coatings, and cosmetics. Other similar A-C® ethylene vinyl acetate copolymers include A-C® 405 (6-11% vinyl acetate), and A-C® 430 (semi-solid at room temperature).
Synonyms and Related Terms
A-C 400; A-C® 405; A-C® 430
Physical and Chemical Properties
- Softening point = 83 C
- Vinyl acetate = 13%
- Melting Point = 75-102 C
- Density = 0.92-0.93 g/ml
Resources and Citations
- Honeywell A-C Chemicals: Website and MSDS
- Meredith Montague, contributed information, 1998