Hytrel® TPC-ET 4053FG NC010

Hytrel TPC-ET 4053FG NC010 is a low-modulus thermoplastic polyester elastomer (TPC-ET) with a nominal hardness of 38D. This FG grade is specifically developed for food-contact applications and manufactured according to GMP principles. It offers excellent toughness, resilience and flexibility at low temperatures, along with strong retention of mechanical properties at elevated temperatures. The material demonstrates outstanding resistance to creep, impact and flex fatigue and provides good resistance to oils, solvents and many industrial chemicals. Hytrel TPC-ET 4053FG NC010 contains a non-discoloring stabilizer and can be processed using conventional thermoplastic techniques such as injection molding and extrusion.

Key Features:

• Food-contact compliant grade (EU & US)
• Low modulus with high flexibility
• Excellent toughness and resilience
• Outstanding resistance to creep, impact and flex fatigue
• Good resistance to oils, fuels and industrial solvents
• Non-discoloring stabilizer for improved color stability
• Light-stabilized for enhanced durability
• Plasticizer-free with long-term property retention

Processing Form:

• Injection Molding
• Film Extrusion
• Extrusion
• Sheet Extrusion
• Other Extrusion

Processing Notes:
Drying is recommended at 80°C for 2–3 hours to achieve a processing moisture content ≤0.08%. Hytrel TPC-ET 4053FG NC010 has an optimal melt temperature of 180°C (range 170–190°C) and a mold temperature of 30–40°C. For extrusion, dry at 70–90°C for 2–3 hours to achieve ≤0.06% moisture and process at a melt temperature range of 165–180°C. Hytrel is incompatible with acetal and PVC. Please refer to the injection molding and extrusion guidelines for detailed recommendations.