SABIC HDPE B5403 is a blow molding grade dedicated to large drums and jerrycans. Density 954 with a 2.6 g/10min melt flow gives a melt that forms thick, even walls, and the copolymer structure delivers strong impact even after freezer storage.
Typical uses include standard and UN-certified jerrycans, open-head drums and large chemical or food containers where drop performance in cold weather is a hard requirement.
SABIC HDPE 25 kg bag
Values are typical and should be verified against the mill test report for the specific lot.
| Property | Value | Test method |
|---|---|---|
| Density | 954 kg/m³ | ISO 1183 |
| MFR (21.6 kg) | 2.6 g/10min | ISO 1133 |
| Tensile modulus | 1200 MPa | ISO 527 |
| Tensile stress at yield | 27 MPa | ISO 527 |
| Charpy notched impact -30 °C | 80 kJ/m² | ISO 179 |
| Full notch creep test (FNCT) | 14 h | ISO 16770 |
| Food contact potential | Yes, verify regulation per market | Regulatory check |
B5403 is differentiated by cold toughness: Charpy notched impact of 80 kJ/m² at -30 °C means drums survive drops on winter loading docks, a common failure point for commodity blow molding grades.
Combined with FNCT of 14 hours, the grade carries heavy chemical loads without slow cracking, making it a natural pick for UN-certified jerrycans and industrial drums that need both drop and long-term performance.
Cold impact and creep resistance
Pre-dry at 80-90 °C when surface moisture is present.
Melt temperature 190-220 °C with strong melt homogeneity.
Moderate parison speed for thick walls without sag bands.
Extended core cooling for thick drum walls, then full crystallisation.
Certified packaging for hazardous goods.
Open-head and tight-head drums.
Bulk food packaging with cold logistics.
Standard valve bag for palletised shipment.
FIBC for reduced handling and waste.
Bulk delivery for continuous lines.
Thick-wall settings and cooling for industrial drums.
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