Reaxis® C716
REAXIS® C716 (Bismuth Neodecanoate) is one the most commonly used specialty metal-based catalysts for polyurethanes. With a long history of usage in a wide range of formulations, REAXIS® C716 is a suitable benchmark bismuth catalyst when either starting development work on new formulations or looking at using lower toxicity alternatives to organotins. Bismuth Neodecanoate is supplied with excess free neodecanoic acid to control viscosity. It can be supplied in a wide range of non-acid diluents including mineral oils, polyols, and esters. Other versions of our Bismuth Neodecanoate formulations include REAXIS® C3208 which has a higher Bismuth content, REAXIS® C3209 which combines higher bismuth content with reduced free acid, and REAXIS® C716LV which offers reduced viscosity.
For more information, we invite you to read our technical bulletins on Novel Bismuth Complexes for Polyurethane Catalysis and Strategies for Improving Back-End Reactivity of Bismuth Carboxylate Catalysts.
Technical Information
- Product Category Bismuth
- Chemical Name Bismuth Neodecanoate
- CAS Number 34364-26-6
Typical Specifications
| Parameter | Range |
|---|---|
| Bismuth Content (%) | 16.0 - 18.0 |
| Color (Gardner Number) | 5 Max |
| Density (g/ml) | 1.05 - 1.15 |
International Regulatory Listings
- TSCA (US) Yes
- DSL (Canada) Yes
- REACH (EU) Yes
- AICS (Australia) Yes
- KECI (South Korea) Yes
- IECSC (China) Yes
- TCSI (Taiwan) Yes
- NZloC (New Zealand) Yes
- PICCS (The Philippines) Yes
- NDSL (Canada) No
- ENCS (Japan) No
Applications
Like most bismuth carboxylates, REAXIS® C716 is commonly used in polyurethane applications, including applications in adhesives and sealants, elastomers, foams, and coatings. REAXIS® C716 is used in applications where toxicity concerns with organotins are paramount. In addition to being used as a polyurethane catalyst, Bismuth Neodecanoate is used in lubricant formulations.
Reactivity
REAXIS® C716 provides good overall reactivity. In regard to polyurethane elastomers and foams, a good balanced cure is achievable given the presence of both a low metal content and large ligand. Thus, a balanced front-end/pot-life and back-end/ final cure reactivity profile can be achieved. Reactivity in costings, especially in regard to back-end cure, is greatly improved with the addition of added or exothermically generated heat. Typical of the bismuth carboxylate family of catalysts, REAXIS® C716 will catalyze most polyurethane reactions and is similar in reactivity to tin-based catalysts, in that it is primarily selective toward the polyol-isocyanate and water-isocyanate reactions. REAXIS® C716 is hydrolytically stable within typical formulation moisture levels, but this stability will break down with increasing moisture content. In general bismuth carboxylates exhibit a lower hydrolytic stability compared to organotins.
Package & Storage
Packaging
- 44 lb (20 kg) plastic pail
- 440 lb (200 kg) steel drum
- 2400 lb tote
Storage
REAXIS® C716 should be stored in the original packaging at moderate temperatures and kept from freezing. The container should be closed tightly after each use to maximize shelf life. Characteristic of most Bismuth Carboxylates, the primary cause of instability would be hydrolysis.
Safety and Handling
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