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Primer for metal and paper substrates promoting good adhesion to extrusion coated resins resulting in strong bond strength as well as excellent water and chemical resistance. It may also be used as a low temperature heat seal coating for bonding aluminum foil to itself or to paper.
This product is used in many applications including the following:
These physical properties are typical but should not be considered specifications.
Description: Water based heat seal coating and primer for extrusion coated resins.
Handling: Ensure adequate ventilation. Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Use personal protective equipment as required.
Storage: Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Keep from freezing
Shelf Life: 24 Months
Technical Data Sheet: Click here to download a Technical Data Sheet PDF for Michem® Flex P1883
Cincinnati, OH, USA (MFP1883)
Aubange, Belgium (MFP1883.E)
Tuas, Singapore (MFP1883.S)
Solutions
Environmentally friendly solutions for oriented film, foil, and paper substrates
Applications
Our water-based heat seal coatings balance low initiation temperatures with excellent bond strength.
Michem® Flex P-series primers render packaging films and papers more receptive to extruded PE and PP film, thus the extrusion process is mo…