Aluminum Hydroxide (ATH) Flame Retardant
CAS Number: 21645-51-2
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Aluminum hydroxide (ATH) is the world's highest-volume inorganic flame retardant and smoke suppressant, functioning by endothermic decomposition that absorbs heat and releases water vapor to dilute combustible gases. It provides simultaneous flame retardancy, smoke suppression, and halogen-free compliance, making it the preferred choice for wire and cable insulation, thermosetting resins, and rubber compounds. ATH is available in a range of particle sizes and surface treatments to suit specific polymer matrices.
Technical Specifications
| appearance | White fine powder |
| moisture (%) | <0.3 |
| Al2O3 content (%) | ≥99.5 |
| particle size D50 (µm) | 1–80 (multiple grades) |
| specific surface area (m²/g) | 3–10 |
| decomposition temperature (°C) | 180–200 |
Applications
- Halogen-free wire and cable insulation and jacketing compounds (EVA, PE, EPDM)
- Unsaturated polyester and vinyl ester FRP panels and laminates
- Rubber roofing membranes and flooring with low smoke requirements
- Artificial stone countertops and solid surface materials
- Circuit board epoxy laminates and underfill encapsulants
Key Features
- Triple function: flame retardancy, smoke suppression, and filling in a single halogen-free additive
- Endothermic decomposition absorbs 1050 J/g, significantly reducing heat release rate
- Available with silane or stearic acid surface treatment for improved polymer compatibility
- Abundant supply and cost-effective pricing as the world's largest-volume FR mineral filler
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