Eastman Eastalite MP007F copolyester

Applications

Rigid medical packaging

Key attributes

Can be recycled with other copolyesters for use in nonmedical post-consumer markets
Color and functional stability following ethylene oxide (EtO), gamma or e-beam irradiation, or gas plasma sterilization
Compliant with applicable sections of ISO 11607 including microbial barrier
Complies with select ISO 10993 requirements for biocompatibility of medical devices
Decreased thermoforming cycle time and energy use
Greater design flexibility including durability, easy printing, deep undercuts, long-life hinges, enhanced product protection
Greater tear and flex strength than more brittle and crack susceptible HIPS
Light blocking and opacity
Light weight Styrene-free alternative
Made without other materials of concern, including Latex, Butadiene, BPA and bisphenol S (BPS), ortho-phthalates, PVC, halogens
Meets environmentally preferable purchasing guidelines
Minimal generation of particulates and angel hair when trimmed or cut
Minimal stress whitening
Provides good heat seal performance to common lidding materials used with copolyesters
Surface modifications are not necessary for COF and blocking force control
Sustainable LCA -The global warming potential per tray is 0.33 kg CO2-eq/tray made using MP007F
Temperature insulating effect

Product description

Eastalite™ Foamed Copolyester MP007F with nonporous Eastar™ Copolyester 6763 skins is an opaque, amorphous material with a closed foam structure useful for medical packaging. It is normally white/pearlescent in appearance but may also be colored using Eastman resins and concentrates.

Product availability

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Europe, Middle East & Africa
North America

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