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Flame Retardant Additives

Flame Retardant Additives

GFLAM - X25

GFLAM-X25 is a halogen-free, phosphorus–nitrogen-based flame retardant designed specifically for polyvinyl chloride (PVC) insulation and jacketing systems. It imparts excellent dielectric strength, high comparative tracking index (CTI), and superior volume/surface resistivity, making it ideal for wire and cable compounds. Engineered to comply with UL 94 V-0 and IEC 60332 standards, it ensures low smoke density and non-toxic gas emission during combustion. GFLAM-X25 maintains thermal and electrical stability under humid and high-voltage environments, offering long-term safety for enclosed installations.

GFLAM-X25 also promotes rapid char formation and condensed-phase protection, helping PVC compounds resist flame spread and dripping under high heat flux. It is formulated for good dispersion in typical PVC dry-blends and cable compounding, supporting stable extrusion/injection processing with consistent surface finish. The phosphorus–nitrogen synergy improves self-extinguishing behavior while helping reduce afterflame and afterglow in properly balanced formulations. GFLAM-X25 is designed to retain key electrical insulation properties even in moisture-prone installations, supporting reliable performance at elevated humidity and under long-term voltage stress. It can be used in both insulation and jacketing layers where a balance of flame retardancy, mechanical integrity, and electrical safety is required. The additive package is engineered to minimize adverse effects on tensile strength, elongation, and flexibility when optimized with the plasticizer/stabilizer system. It is suitable for formulations targeting low-smoke, low-toxicity fire behavior compared with conventional halogen/antimony-based systems, while maintaining cable-grade resistivity and tracking resistance. GFLAM-X25 can be integrated with common smoke suppressants and mineral fillers (as needed) to tune smoke density, char strength, and processability. It supports robust performance across typical service temperature swings and enclosed cable routing where heat build-up and limited ventilation increase risk. Recommended loading is formulation-dependent (polymer type, filler level, plasticizer, stabilizers, and target standard), and should be finalized through lab trials for UL/IEC test compliance. Typical end-uses include building wire, control cables, instrumentation cables, appliance wiring, conduit/casing compounds, and specialty PVC profiles where fire safety and electrical insulation are both critical.

General Characteristics

Synonyms

Halogen-free phosphorus–nitrogen flame retardant (PN-FR); PN flame retardant additive for PVC; wire & cable flame retardant (PVC insulation/jacketing grade)

Molecular Weight

Proprietary blend

CAS No.

Proprietary mixture

EC / EINECS No.

Proprietary mixture

UN / Transport

Not regulated as Dangerous Goods 

Form

Free-flowing powder

Stabilizer/plasticizer systems

Verify if using highly alkaline fillers or reactive metal oxides

Heat compatibility

Designed to tolerate typical PVC cable processing temperatures 

Applications

PVC Wire & Cable Insulation Compounds

Delivers halogen-free flame retardancy while maintaining high dielectric strength and volume resistivity for copper conductor insulation layers.

PVC Cable Jacketing and Sheathing

Improves flame spread resistance and helps achieve low-smoke performance in outer jackets for building, industrial, and utility cables.

High-CTI / Anti-Tracking Cable Formulations

Enhances comparative tracking index (CTI) and surface resistivity to reduce leakage current and tracking risk in humid, dusty, or high-voltage environments.

Building Wires & FRLS Cable Systems

Supports UL 94 V-0 and IEC 60332 compliance targets in PVC systems used for enclosed installations where fire safety is critical.

Control, Instrumentation & Automation Cables

Provides stable long-term electrical insulation behavior under cyclic wet–dry conditions, helping maintain reliability in plant and refinery cabling.

Appliance Wiring & Internal Harness Compounds

Designed for PVC compounds requiring consistent extrusion performance, good mechanical integrity, and flame retardancy in compact assemblies.

Electrical Conduits, Trunking & PVC Profiles

Suitable for rigid/semi-rigid PVC electrical accessories where self-extinguishing behavior and low smoke are desired.

Moisture-Prone Cable Installations (Tropical / Coastal)

Maintains thermal and electrical stability under high humidity, supporting safer performance where condensation and salt exposure are common.

Properties

Halogen-free, phosphorus–nitrogen based flame retardant system for PVC insulation & jacketing.

Promotes condensed-phase char formation to slow flame spread and reduce dripping.

Supports high dielectric strength, high CTI, and high volume/surface resistivity required in wire & cable compounds.

Designed for stability under humidity, electrical stress, and typical PVC processing temperatures.

Formulated for good dispersion in PVC dry blends and compatibility with common plasticizers/stabilizers (final performance depends on the complete formulation).

Helps in meeting fire-performance targets such as UL 94 V-0 and IEC 60332 (subject to formulation and test conditions).

Benefits

Enhanced electrical safety

Improved tracking resistance (CTI) and reduced leakage current pathways.

Fire-safe design

Halogen-free FR mechanism with reduced corrosive/toxic gas concerns vs halogenated systems.

Low-smoke potential

Supports FRLS/LSZH-style objectives in PVC-based designs (formulation dependent).

Reliable long-term performance

Maintains insulation properties in humid and high-voltage service conditions.

Processing friendly

Supports consistent extrusion and stable compound behavior when optimized with the PVC package.

Versatile

Usable in insulation, jacketing, and rigid PVC electrical accessories where flame retardancy is required.

Safety & Hazards

Handle as an industrial chemical product; avoid breathing dust and avoid contact with eyes/skin

Use appropriate PPE: safety glasses, gloves, protective clothing; use dust mask/respirator where dust can form.

Provide local exhaust ventilation during weighing, charging, and mixing.

Keep away from ignition sources of combustible dust; maintain good housekeeping and avoid dust accumulation.

In case of contact: rinse eyes with water for several minutes; wash skin with soap and water.

Refer to the latest SDS for hazard classification, exposure limits, first aid, firefighting measures, and regulatory information.

Storage & Handling Guidelines

Store in original, tightly closed containers in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area.

Protect from moisture and humidity to prevent caking and to maintain flow/dispersion performance.

Keep away from strong oxidizers and incompatible reactive chemicals.

Reseal partially used packs immediately; use FIFO (first-in, first-out) inventory control.

Shelf life: as per COA/SDS or internal specification (typically 12–24 months when stored correctly).

Packaging Information

Standard industrial packing options (customizable as required):

25 kg HDPE bag with inner liner

Palletized packing available for safe transport and warehouse handling.

(Optional) Moisture barrier liner / desiccant packing for high-humidity shipping routes.

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