Westlake HDPE HM 4040 Westlake Chem Polyethylene, High Density

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Physical	Nominal Value	Unit	Test Method
Density		g/cm³	ASTM D1505
Melt Mass-Flow Rate (MFR) (190°C/2.16 kg)		g/10 min	ASTM D1238
Mechanical	Nominal Value	Unit	Test Method
Tensile Strength² (Yield)		psi	ASTM D638
Tensile Elongation² (Break)		%	ASTM D638
Flexural Modulus		psi	ASTM D790A
Impact	Nominal Value	Unit	Test Method
Notched Izod Impact (73°F)		ft·lb/in	ASTM D256
Hardness	Nominal Value	Unit	Test Method
Durometer Hardness (Shore D)			ASTM D2240
Thermal	Nominal Value	Unit	Test Method
Vicat Softening Temperature		°F	ASTM D1525
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Features
Features may also be described by the following terms: Good Flow.
Uses
Uses may also be described by the following terms: Household Goods, Housewares.
Agency Ratings
This plastic material has 1 certifications from the following agencies (the number in parentheses shows the number of certifications for that agency): FDA (1).

Extrusion Notes
Specific recommendations for the conditions under which the resin should be processed can be made only when the end use application, required properties, and the processing equipment are known. For exact recommendations, please contact your Westlake Polymers technical representative.

Westlake HDPE HM 4040