Ricon® 130MA8 is a low molecular weight polybutadiene functionalized with maleic anhydride. It is used as a toughness modifier in electronic components and encapsulants. This material is amber in color and is classified under the maleinized polybutadienes chemical family. It is compliant with chemical inventories including TSCA (USA), IECSC (China), ENCS (Japan), and DSL (Canada). Ricon® 130MA8 is a liquid form.

Functions: Toughness Modifier

Chemical Family: Maleinized Polybutadienes

End Uses: Electronic Components, Encapsulant

Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

Applications & Uses

Plastics & Elastomers End Uses
Application Information

Performance Properties

  • Toughener, epoxy

Suggested Applications

  • Adhesives, peroxide cure
  • Electronics
  • Electronics, encapsulants
  • Encapsulants
  • Sealants

Properties

Color (Properties)
Physical Form
Appearance
Amber viscous liquid
SDS Physical and Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Dynamic Viscosity (at 25°C)approx. 6500mPa.s-
Relative Densitymax. 1--
Flash Pointmin. 121°C-
OdorHydrocarbon, Mild--
ColorAmber Viscous Liquid--
Physico-Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Molecular Weight3100--
Flash Pointmin. 300°FClosed cup
Specific Gravity0.9g/cc-
Microstructure (1-2 vinyl, molar % of butadiene)20 - 35%-
Non Volatile Materialmin. 99%w-
Acid Number40.1 - 51.5meq KOH/g-
Total Acid7 - 9%w-
Brookfield Viscosity (at 25°C)3000 - 10000cPs-

Regulatory & Compliance