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1.Chemical Nature
Lupranate M20S is a solvent-free product based on
4,4'-diphenylmethane diisocyanate (MDI) containing oligomers of
high functionality and isomers. The average functionality is 2.7.
2. Applications
Lupranate M20S is principally used for the manufacture of insulating foams and higher density rigid foams. It is also used for the production of semi-rigid foams in the automotive industry and sound insulation as well as for packaging foams, casting materials, binders and adhesives.
3. Typical Properties
Test Item(s) | Specification(s) |
Appearance | Brown Liquid |
Viscosity(25℃)/(mPa·s) | 210 |
NCO Content (g/100g) | 31.5 |
Density (25℃)/(g/cm3) | 1.24 |
Acidity as HCl (mg/kg) | max. 200 |
Specific heat at 20 °C kJ/(kg ⋅ K) | 1.4 |
Specific heat at 80 °C kJ/(kg ⋅ K) | 1.6 |
4. Package(s)
250kg/drum
5.Delivery
The delivery is by road tankers, in containers containing 1000 l
and in non-returnable drums. If delivered in road tankers,
temperature during transport should be maintained between 20 °C and
40 °C. If delivered in drums, extreme cold shocks and storing in
direct sunlight should be avoided.
6. Storage
Lupranate M20S must be protected from moisture. The ideal storage
temperature is 20 to 25 °C. Under these conditions and when
moisture is excluded, the shelf life of Lupranate M20S is at least
six months. Drums must be kept airtight. In storage tanks the
product should be kept under a dry nitrogen blanket.
Longer storage leads to a lasting increase of viscosity depending
on the temperature. In extreme cases a precipitate may form which
will not be removed by heating.
If the product becomes cold the viscosity will increase. This may
lead to problems in processing. Storage for longer periods below 0
°C can lead to partial crystallisation.
Crystallised material must be melted out immediately by short term
heating. The product temperature must not exceed 70 °C. Localised
overheating must be avoided, as Lupranate M20S will decompose with
the formation of gas at temperatures above 230 °C. Rolling of the
drums in a hot air oven is the recommended method of dissolving the
crystals. After melting out, the contents of the drum must be
thoroughly mixed.
More detailed information on transport and storage of isocyanates
is given in the ISOPA-Guidelines “For Safe Loading / Unloading
Transportation Storage of TDI and MDI in Bulk” and “For the Safe
Transportation, Unloading & Storage of Packaged TDI & MDI”.
7. Safety advice and environmental protection
Labelling, transportation, storage, processing, waste treatment and
disposal must comply with national regulations.
Occupational exposure limits are to be observed.
Lupranate M20S is classified as harmful if inhaled. It causes skin
irritation and serious eye irritation. It may cause respiratory
irritation. It may cause sensitisation by inhalation and skin
contact. It is suspected of causing cancer. It may cause damage to
organs though prolonged or repeated inhalation exposure.
Before processing the product, we recommend reading the safety data
sheet. For further information consult our Technical Information
leaflet "Safety and Precautionary Measures for the Processing of
Polyurethane Systems".
In order to avoid accidents, the residual product in the drums must
be handled with care. Any water or moisture which is allowed to
enter the drum will react with Lupranate M20S and release carbon
dioxide. Unless action is taken to prevent moisture entry or gas
entrapment, the drums will become pressurized and could rupture.
8.Disposal of drums
Residues of MDI remaining in drums must be neutralized. Information
on disposal is given in our Technical Information „Safety and
Precautionary Measures for the Processing of Polyurethane Systems“.