Aqueous solution of ammonium polyphosphate (APP).
Exolit™ AP 420
Data da edição :
fevereiro 06, 2026
Exolit AP 420 is an approx. 45 % clear to cloudy aqueous solution of a short-chain ammonium polyphosphate.
Product Information
Benefícios
- Suitable as flame retardant for wood, paper and textiles
- Non-halogenated flame retardant with favorable environmental and health profile
For regulatory details such as the classification and labelling as dangerous substances or goods please refer to our corresponding Material Safety Data Sheet.
| Characteristics | Unit | Target value | DS¹) | TD²) | Test method |
| Chemical Formula | [NH4PO3)]n | ☐ | ☑ | ||
| Phosphorus | % (w/w) | 12.5 - 13.5 | ☑ | ☐ | Photometry after oxidizing dissolution; (11/17) |
| Water / Moisture | % (w/w) | 53.5 - 56.5 | ☑ | ☐ | Karl-Fischer titration; (11/21) (DIN 51,777) |
| Nitrogen | % (w/w) | min. 9 | ☐ | ☑ | |
| Density | g/cm³ | 1.29 - 1.31 | ☑ | ☐ | at 20° C, flexural resonator acc. to DIN 51,757-4; (11/65) |
| Viscosity | mPa*s | max. 100 | ☐ | ☑ | at 20° C |
| pH Value | % (w/w) | 5.0 - 7.5 | ☑ | ☐ | Potentiometry at 20° C; (11/12) |
| ¹) Delivery specification: The product is constantly monitored to ensure that it adheres to the specified values. Test methods: Clariant method numbers 11/xx in brackets. ²) Technical data: The technical data are used solely to describe the product and are not subject to regular monitoring. | |||||
Exolit AP 420 is a suitable flame retardant for wood, paper and textiles.
Delivery form
Clear to cloudy aqueous solution
Packaging
Exolit AP 420 is dispatched in 150 l-PE hobbock/drums (180 kg net).
Storage
At temperatures between 10 and 25 °C Exolit AP 420 is stable for about 12 months. We recommend stirring the material before using it.
Exolit AP 420 can be carefully warmed up under stirring to 30°C to gain a clear solution.
Minimum shelf life is 12 months from the date of shipping when stored according to the said conditions.
Clear to cloudy aqueous solution
Packaging
Exolit AP 420 is dispatched in 150 l-PE hobbock/drums (180 kg net).
Storage
At temperatures between 10 and 25 °C Exolit AP 420 is stable for about 12 months. We recommend stirring the material before using it.
Exolit AP 420 can be carefully warmed up under stirring to 30°C to gain a clear solution.
Minimum shelf life is 12 months from the date of shipping when stored according to the said conditions.
