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SURLYN™ 1601
Provided by Dow
About
Sodium ionomer of ethylene acid copolymer developed for sealant applications. It is used in processed meat packaging, medical device forming webs, crystal clear fragrance caps. Other application includes pouches, sachets, and other high-performance films. 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)
- Delivers high oil barrier, high abrasion resistance and toughness at low temperature
- Offers high stiffness, flex-crack resistance, clarity and hot tack
- Allows low seal initiation temperature
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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™ 1601 – Surlyn Ionomer Resin for Blown Film & Flexible Packaging
SURLYN™ 1601 is a sodium-based Surlyn ionomer resin from Dow, developed for high-performance sealant applications in flexible packaging. Processed through blown film, cast film, and sheet extrusion, it is widely used in demanding packaging formats such as processed meat and cheese packaging, pouches, sachets, and medical device forming webs. SURLYN™ 1601 delivers an outstanding combination of clarity, toughness, and abrasion resistance, along with strong oil barrier properties and excellent flex-crack resistance — making it a reliable choice where seal integrity and optical performance are equally critical. It complies with FDA Regulation 21 CFR 177.1330(a) for food contact applications.