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Marlex® HXM 50100-01 High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE)

Large plastic drums

Marlex® HXM 50100-01 high-density polyethylene (HDPE) is an extra high molecular weight, ethylene-hexene copolymer engineered for large blow molded and thermoformed parts requiring excellent ESCR, good rigidity and enhanced low-temperature impact strength.

Its processing profile supports consistent part quality in transportation, agricultural and material handling applications.

Produced using CPChem’s proprietary MarTECH® loop slurry process and advanced catalyst technologies, Marlex® HDPE resins deliver uniform molecular structure, predictable processing behavior and dependable performance across blow molding platforms.

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Properties 

PropertyTypical ValueTest Method
Density0.948 g/cm3ASTM D1505
Flow Rate (HLMI, 190°C/21.6 kg)11 g/10 minASTM D1238
ESCR (Condition B, 100% Igepal, F50)>600 hASTM D1693
Tensile Impact80 ft·lb/in2ASTM D1822
Flexural Modulus (Tangent)175,000 psiASTM D790

Nominal properties reported are typical of the product but do not reflect normal testing variance and therefore should not be used for specification purposes. Values are rounded. Physical properties were determined on compression molded specimens prepared in accordance with Procedure C of ASTM D4703, Annex A1.

Key Characteristics of Marlex® HXM 50100-01 HDPE 

  • Good melt strength 
  • Good rigidity 
  • Excellent ESCR 
  • Excellent low-temperature impact strength 
  • Durability 

 

These HDPE resin properties make Marlex® HXM 50100-01 PE a dependable choice for demanding blow molded polyethylene applications requiring durability, structural integrity and reliable processing.

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HDPE Resin for Blow Molded Parts and Containers

HDPE resins are engineered for both rigid and flexible processing methods. Marlex® HXM 50100-01 PE is optimized for blow molding and thermoforming applications.

Rigid Applications

Rigid — non-exhaustive list of applications:

  • 55-gallon shipping containers
  • Fuel containers
  • Agricultural chemical tanks
  • Pallets
  • Automotive dunnage
  • Truck bedliners

 

Blow Molding Thermoformed These applications benefit from Marlex® HXM 50100-01 PE’s ability to deliver excellent ESCR, durability, and long-term performance in blow molded parts.

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Why Choose CPChem as Your HDPE Supplier

Proven Polyethylene Expertise

With decades of polyethylene manufacturing experience, CPChem delivers the consistent quality and proven performance that converters and brand owners depend on.

Proprietary MarTECH® Process

Our MarTECH® loop slurry process and advanced catalyst technologies deliver uniform molecular structure and consistent resin quality for dependable blow molding performance.

Technical Service and Support

Our experienced technical teams partner with customers to support application development, troubleshoot processing challenges, and optimize end-use performance.

Reliable Global Supply

Our global manufacturing footprint provides the consistent quality and dependable supply that converters and brand owners require to keep their operations running.

Commitment to Sustainability

Marlex® Anew™ Circular Polyethylene supports circular economy goals by enabling recycled content in demanding polyethylene applications.