New Moplen PP for non wovens

14-Dec-05

To meet the challenging requirements of an improved soft touch and cloth-like feel for nonwoven materials for use in hygiene, personal care and medical apparel applications, Basell has developed a new resin, Moplen RP1669- a copolymer based on Basell's state-of-the-art Spherizone polypropylene technology. Applications include hospital gowns and laboratory coats, sterile wrap, headrest covers, table cloths, sanitary towels for feminine care, diaper back sheets and face masks- all applications that require a superior level of performance both from an aesthetic and a soft-touch standpoint, as well as a protection and durability level. Due to its fluidity (MFR 25) and narrow molecular mass distribution, Moplen RP1669 resin can allow for the production of fine denier titre combined with excellent spinnability at standard productivity levels on all spunbond technologies. The material's nonwoven mechanical properties are comparable to a standard homopolymer grade. Moplen has shown that it can help achieve a cotton-like feel along with the transpiration features of polypropylene - an excellent combination for sports, leisure and work clothing."