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Product name
Plastic Brightener OB
Alternative names
FBA184, 5-tert-butyl-2-[5-(5-tert-butyl-1,3-benzoxazol-2-yl)thiophen-2-yl]-1,3-benzoxazole
Description
We are the supplier of Plastic Brightener OB,,also known as FBA 184 used for brightening a wide range of polymers and plastics including Polycarbonate, PVC, Polystyrene, Polyethylene, ABS and Acetate.
Plastic Brightener OB is a yellow powder soluble in organic solvents with a wide range of applications including adhesives. It is often used to brighten moulded parts, fibres and films. It is characterised by heat resistance, low volatility and good lightfastness.
Application
OBA for plastic, ink and paint
Quantity
5Kg, 25Kg
Package
Keg
Availability
Prompt
Other information
Lambda Max absorbance 375nm, Lambda Max fluorescence 430nm
Melting Point circa 199°C
It is soluble in toluene, xylene and chlorobenzene. but insoluble in water.
Performance is reduced in the presence of titanium dioxide.
Lightfastness 5 blue wool scale (typical)
Further reading & references
Below you’ll find a curated collection of references related to this product. These sources include academic research, review articles, and case studies that explore the chemistry, applications, and sustainability benefits our products. Whether you’re looking for in-depth technical details or broader insights into their real-world use, these references are a great place to start.
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Fluorescent Whitening Agents
Anliker, Mueller. Georg Thieme, Stuttgart.
Product number
60PER25
CAS Number
7128-64-5
EC Number
230-426-4
