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SURLYN™ 1706
Provided by Dow
About
Ionomer used for processing polyethylene and ethylene copolymer type resins. It is zinc ionomer of ethylene acid copolymer. It can be processed in conventional blown film, cast film, sheet extrusion and coextrusion equipment.
Benefits:
- Complies with FDA Regulation 21 CFR 177.1330(a)
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About dow
Dow combines one of the broadest technology sets in the industry with asset integration, focused innovation and global scale to achieve profitable growth and become the most innovative, customer centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company. Our portfolio of performance materials, industrial intermediates and plastics businesses delivers a broad range of differentiated science-based products and solutions for our customers in high-growth segments, such as packaging, infrastructure and consumer care. We operate 113 manufacturing sites in 31 countries and employs approximately 37,000 people.

SURLYN™ 1706 – Surlyn Ionomer Resin for Film Sealant, Packaging & Flooring Applications
SURLYN™ 1706 is a zinc-based Surlyn ionomer resin from Dow, engineered for sealant applications across flexible packaging and surface protection. Compatible with blown film, cast film, sheet extrusion, and coextrusion processes, it serves a wide range of end markets including food packaging, pharmaceutical packaging, personal care packaging, and wear-resistant flooring applications. SURLYN™ 1706 delivers exceptionally high hot tack performance, very low seal initiation temperatures, outstanding clarity, and reliable low-temperature toughness, making it a dependable choice for converters seeking robust sealing solutions in demanding multi-layer structures.