Factory and Activities
Specifications
General Information
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product Name | PP K8003 |
| Polymer Type | Impact Copolymer Polypropylene (ICP) |
| Manufacturer | Dushanzi Petrochemical Company (PetroChina) |
| Production Process | Innovene Gas-Phase Horizontal Stirred Bed |
| Catalyst System | Ziegler-Natta |
| Execution Standard | Q/SY DS070-2016 |
| Appearance | Natural-colored pellets; 0 color particles/kg; ≤0.2 g/kg oversized or undersized pellets |
Technical Properties
| Property | Unit | Value | Test Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melt Flow Rate (MFR) | g/10 min | 2.5 | Q/SY DS 0513 |
| Tensile Strength at Yield | MPa | 23.8 | Q/SY DS 0515 |
| Flexural Modulus | GPa | 1.19 | Q/SY DS 0516 |
| Izod Impact Strength (23°C) | J/m | 601.8 | Q/SY DS 0517 |
| Izod Impact Strength (-20°C) | J/m | 69.7 | ASTM D256 |
| Yellow Index | — | -4.7 | Q/SY DS 0514 |
| Heat Distortion Temperature (0.46 MPa) | °C | 83.6 | Q/SY DS 0518 |
| Ash Content | % | 0.0277 | GB/T 9345-1988 |
Recommended Processing Conditions
| Parameter | Range |
|---|---|
| Barrel Temperature | 210–260°C |
| Melt Temperature | 220–240°C |
| Processing Method | Injection Molding |
*Processing conditions are indicative. Actual settings depend on part geometry, tooling, and equipment configuration.*
Applications
K8003's combination of mid-range MFR and high room-temperature impact strength makes it a dependable workhorse for injection-molded daily-use articles. Thin-wall basins, storage boxes, and household containers benefit directly from the grade's mold-filling behavior at 2.5 g/10 min — the material fills fine details and long flow paths without requiring excessive injection pressure, while the ethylene copolymer phase prevents brittle failure when parts are dropped or flexed.
Industrial packaging represents another natural fit. Lubricating oil barrels and paint drums produced from K8003 handle the static load of dense liquid fill while resisting impact during stacking and transport. The heat distortion temperature of 83.6°C at 0.46 MPa means these containers hold their shape under moderate thermal load — relevant when storing lubricants in non-climate-controlled warehouses.
Battery shell applications place demand on both dimensional stability and electrical isolation. K8003's low ash content (0.0277%) reduces the presence of conductive inorganic residues, supporting dielectric integrity in the finished shell wall. The grade also accommodates the dimensional tolerances required for battery housing fitment, given its consistent pellet quality and controlled MFR.
Washing machine components — agitator covers, pump housings, and inner tub accessories — require a material that handles both mechanical vibration and repeated thermal cycling in detergent-laden environments. K8003's flexural modulus of 1.19 GPa provides sufficient stiffness for structural components, while the impact copolymer structure prevents stress cracking at snap-fit or mounting points.
Why Source Through BASTONE
BASTONE Petrochem trades polypropylene grades directly through established relationships with PetroChina's distribution network, part of a broader portfolio spanning all three of China's major petrochemical producers. Every K8003 shipment comes with a certificate of analysis traceable to the Dushanzi production batch, covering MFR, impact strength, and appearance criteria against Q/SY DS070-2016 — the documentation standard procurement teams need for incoming quality control and regulatory file-keeping.
The parent company's R&D center and four production sites give BASTONE technical staff a working understanding of polymer processing that most trading houses cannot offer. When a customer's injection process encounters flow or warpage issues, BASTONE can engage on processing parameters and grade alternatives rather than simply quoting a replacement product.
Export operations run through Zhejiang Bastone Technology Co., Ltd, an experienced export entity with documented FOB, CIF, and CNF experience. BASTONE handles customs documentation, COA authentication, SDS preparation, and container-load coordination for full 20-foot and 40-foot container shipments as well as LCL arrangements for smaller trial orders.
Sourcing & Logistics
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Supply Origin | Dushanzi Petrochemical Company, Xinjiang, China (PetroChina) |
| Packaging | 25 kg woven PP bags; jumbo bags available on request |
| Export Entity | Zhejiang Bastone Technology Co., Ltd |
| Documentation | COA, SDS, packing list, commercial invoice, bill of lading |
| Trade Terms | FOB, CIF, CNF — flexible to buyer requirements |
| Sample Availability | Contact BASTONE for sample request and lead time |