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TAFMER™ XM Propylene Alpha Olefin



Introduction
TAFMER™ A/P
TAFMER™ XM

 

TAFMER™ XM is a superior, low crystalline copolymer of propylene and alpha-olefin which is perfect for biaxially oriented polypropylene (PP) and cast film sealant as well as a resin modifier for polyolefins. TAFMER XM is developed with Metallocene catalyst. The material has excellent low temperature sealability, good sealing performance in a wide temperature range and good anti-blocking properties. As a heat seal layer for OPP film, TAFMER XM is an excellent package sealer for chocolates, cookies and crackers among other items. In addition, the low temperature shrink characteristics of PP can be improved with TAFMER XM.

TAFMER™ XM Propylene Alpha Olefin Characteristics

Complete compatibility with polypropylene (PP), this line of Propylene Alpha Olefins' characteristics includes:
Excellent low-temperature sealability
No taste or odor
Outstanding heat resistance
Excellent transparency and gloss
High hardness and scratch resistance
Superb hot tack
Complete compatibility with polypropylene (PP)

TAFMER™ XM Propylene Alpha Olefin Applications

Heat seal layer for OPP film
Package sealer for tobacco, chocolates, cookies and crackers among others
Shrink Film

For more information on packaging applications using TAFMER A/P Ethylene Alpha-Olefin, please visit our industry website.

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