Braskem America PIB 121

Braskem America PIB 121 is a polyisobutylene (PIB) polymer, presented in a clear and impurities-free liquid form. It serves as a rheology modifier in industrial oils and fluids, particularly in lubricating oils. This NSF-approved product is non-toxic, making it suitable for various chemical and industrial manufacturing applications. It is available in drums and tanks for packaging and availability.

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End Uses: Lubricating Oils

Functions: Intermediate, Rheology Modifier

Chemical Family: Polyisobutylene Polymers (PIB), Polyolefins

Synonyms: 1,1-Dimethylethylene homopolymer, 2-Methyl-1-propene homopolymer, 2-Methylpropene polymer, Isobutene homopolymer, Isobutene polymer, Isobutylene homopolymer, Isobutylene polymer, Isobutylene resin, Poly(2-methylpropene)

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family: Polyisobutylene Polymers (PIB),
Polyolefins
Chemical Name: Polyisobutylene
Base Chemicals Functions: Intermediate
Fluids & Lubricants Functions: Rheology Modifier
Technologies: Fluids & Lubricants
Product Families: Fluids & Lubricants — Additives
Performance Additives

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims: Impurities-free,
Non-Toxic,
Sustainable

Applications & Uses

Markets: Industrial
Applications: Industrial — Chemical & Industrial Manufacturing
Chemical Manufacturing,
Fluids & Lubricants
Fluids & Lubricants Type: Industrial Oils & Fluids
Base Chemicals End Uses: Lubricating Oils

Properties

Physical Form: Liquid
Typical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Viscosity (at 100°C)	3000	cSt	ASTM D 445
Viscosity (at 40°C)	122000	cSt	ASTM D 445
Viscosity Index	250	-	ASTM D 2270
Water Content	40	ppm	ASTM D 6304
Flash Point	240	°C	ASTM D 92
Color	50	Pt‐Co	ASTM D 1209
Molecular Weight (Mn)	2200	Daltons	Internal ‐ GPC
Polydispersity Index (Mw/Mn)	3	-	Internal ‐ GPC
Pour Point	17	°C	ASTM D 97
Density (at 20/4°C)	0.91	-	ASTM D 4052
Refractive Index	1.5	nD	ASTM D 1218
Chlorine Content	170	ppm	ASTM D 5808

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance: NSF Approved
Quality Standards: In Preview

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type: Drums,
Tanks
Packaging Information: PIB is supplied in 175 kg metallic drums or in isotanks.

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life: 3 years
Recommended Storage & Handling Conditions: Polybutene polymer must be stored at temperatures under 50°C, and protected from direct sunlight, moisture and in order to avoid direct contact with the soil.

Shelf Life : 3 (Three) years from production, since the recommended storage conditions are respected.