Technical Data Sheet
Applications
Extruding
Mono-layer film food contact
Multi-layer film food contact
Oral hygiene
Packaging component - food contact
Packaging component films
Packaging components non food contact
Protective & performance film
Transaction cards
Wood furniture
Key Attributes
BPA free
Clear, bright, premium appearance
Easy to extrude
Great for film and rigid thermoform packaging
PVC alternative
Polystyrene (PS) alternative
Recyclable
Thermoformable
Product Description
Eastar™ EN076 copolyester is a clear copolyester used in a variety of packaging and consumer product applications, including food and beverage packaging, general purpose packaging, flexible film packaging, and consumer products. It is fully compatible with the resin identification code 1 (RIC1) recycle stream. Eastar EN076 enables fast-moving consumer-goods brand owners to achieve recyclable products and packaging and replace materials of concern without sacrificing aesthetics.
Eastar EN076 meets the definition of resin identification code #1 (RIC1) as defined by ASTM D7611. Other end-product attributes, including but not limited to size, color, auxiliary components, and availability of collection, may also impact recyclability.
Eastar EN076 copolyester may be used in various food contact applications under the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) regulations.
This product has been GREENGUARD INDOOR AIR QUALITY CERTIFIED.
The GREENGUARD INDOOR AIR QUALITY CERTIFIED mark is a registered certification mark used under license through the GREENGUARD Environmental Institute (GEI). GEI is an industry-independent, nonprofit organization that oversees the GREENGUARD Certification Program. The GREENGUARD Certification Program is an industry-independent, third-party testing program for low-emitting products and materials for indoor environments. For more information about GEI and to obtain printable certificates for Eastman copolyesters, visit www.greenguard.org. Choose Eastman Chemical Company under the “Manufacturer” category, and click search to display a list of our products.
Typical Properties
Property
Test Method
Typical Value, Units
General Properties
Specific Gravity
D 792
1.32
Mold Shrinkage
D 955
0.002-0.005 mm/mm (0.002-0.005 in./in.)
Mechanical Properties
Tensile Stress @ Yield
D 638
56 MPa (8100 psi)
Tensile Stress @ Break
D 638
26 MPa (3800 psi)
Elongation @ Yield
D 638
4 %
Elongation @ Break
D 638
75 %
Flexural Yield Strength
D 790
74 MPa (10700 psi)
Flexural Modulus
D 790
2350 MPa (3.4 x 10
5
psi)
Rockwell Hardness, R Scale
D 785
111
Izod Impact Strength, Notched
@ 23°C (73°F)
D 256
67 J/m (1.2 ft·lbf/in.)
@ -40°C (-40°F)
D 256
33 J/m (0.6 ft·lbf/in.)
Impact Strength, Unnotched
@ 23°C (73°F)
D 4812
NB
@ -40°C (-40°F)
D 4812
3200 J/m (60 ft·lbf/in.)
Impact Resistance (Puncture), Energy @ Max. Load
@ 23°C (73°F)
D 3763
31 J (23 ft·lbf)
@ -40°C (-40°F)
D 3763
45 J (33 ft·lbf)
Optical Properties
Haze
D 1003
0.8 %
Regular Transmittance
D 1003
86 %
Total Transmittance
D 1003
89 %
Thermal Properties
Deflection Temperature
@ 0.455 MPa (66 psi)
D 648
69 °C (156 °F)
@ 1.82 MPa (264 psi)
D 648
62 °C (144 °F)
Typical Processing Conditions
Drying Temperature
150 °C (302 °F)
Drying Time
4-6 hrs
Processing Melt Temperature
277-293 °C (530-560 °F)
Mold Temperature
16-32 °C (60-90 °F)
Comments
Properties reported here are typical of average lots. Eastman makes no representation that the material in any particular shipment will conform exactly to the values given.
Eastman and its marketing affiliates shall not be responsible for the use of this information, or of any product, method, or apparatus mentioned, and you must make your own determination of its suitability and completeness for your own use, for the protection of the environment, and for the health and safety of your employees and purchasers of your products. No warranty is made of the merchantability of fitness of any product, and nothing herein waives any of the Seller's conditions of sale.
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