PIN FR for UL 94 V-0 recycled polypropylene
Nitrogen – phosphorus PIN FR from Budenheim (pinfa member) ensures fire safety and performance of recycled polymer, enabling replacement of primary polyamide in electrical and transport applications. The 100% PCR (post-consumer recycled) polypropylene (PP) from Ecobat uses Budenheim’s melamine phosphorus compound to achieve UL 94 V-0 (1.6 mm) fire performance and demanding technical requirements. It is the first PCR polypropylene to be V-0 certified. The PIN flame retardant acts by generating a foamed char layer on the polymer surface in case of fire, so preventing oxygen reaching the polymer and so preventing burning and reducing release of toxic gases. The material is already being used in e-bike batteries, in a honeycomb mesh in which the cells are installed. It has been nominated in the materials category for Kunstoff Magazin Product of the Year.
"Yellow Card Certificate for Polypropylene Compound from Ecobat”, Budenheim press release 28th November 2024. Photo: Ecobat. https://www.budenheim.com/news/yellow-card-certificate-for-polypropylene-compound-from-ecobat-MCJQPKT6JU6ZFM7FX36D25FNZXLU
