Petrothene NA952000: specs and equivalent grades
LyondellBasell low density polyethylene for film, liners and bags, squeeze bottles, and caps and closures. Published data, grades from other producers to ask about, and how to request a quote from one gaylord.
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Petrothene NA952000 is LyondellBasell's low density polyethylene for blown and cast film, liners and bags, blow molded squeeze bottles and injection molded caps and closures. It is available in North America. Published melt index is 2.0 g/10 min, measured at 190°C / 374°F, 2.16 kg, ASTM D1238, and density is 0.919 g/cm³ (ASTM D1505). Grades from other producers to ask about include ExxonMobil LD 2022.BW and NOVAPOL LF-0219-A. They are not identical, so compare the data sheets and run a trial before switching.
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Petrothene NA952000 specs from the data sheet
Typical values from LyondellBasell's published data sheet. Typical values are not specifications; the lot COA shows what you actually receive. Values only compare at the same test method and condition.
| Property | Value | Test method or note |
|---|---|---|
| Producer (brand owner) | LyondellBasell | Data sheet |
| Polymer | Low density polyethylene | |
| Process | Blown film, cast film, extrusion blow molding, injection molding | |
| Availability | North America (status: commercial, active) | Data sheet |
| Melt flow | 2.0 g/10 min | 190°C / 374°F, 2.16 kg, ASTM D1238 |
| Density | 0.919 g/cm³ (ASTM D1505) | |
| Tensile strength | 12.4 MPa (1,800 psi) | ASTM D638, Type IV, 75 mil plaque, 20 in/min |
| Tensile elongation at break | 650 % | ASTM D638 |
| Vicat softening temperature | 85°C / 185°F | ASTM D1525 |
| Film test conditions | 1.25 mil (32 µm) blown film, 8 in die, 177°C / 350°F melt, 2:1 BUR | Data sheet |
| Dart impact, F50 | 110 g | ASTM D1709 |
| Tensile strength at break, MD / TD | 22.1 MPa (3,200 psi) / 15.9 MPa (2,300 psi) | ASTM D882 |
| Elongation at break, MD / TD | 200 % / 500 % | ASTM D882 |
| 1% secant modulus, MD / TD | 183 MPa (26,500 psi) / 221 MPa (32,000 psi) | ASTM D882 |
| Elmendorf tear, MD / TD | 350 g / 70 g | ASTM D1922 |
| Additives | No slip, no antiblock | Data sheet |
| Food contact | The data sheet makes no food-contact statement; it refers to LyondellBasell's Product Stewardship Bulletin (PSB), a separate document from LyondellBasell. LyondellBasell lists food packaging film among its applications. Ask for the PSB or a regulatory letter for your use. | |
| Blown film test conditions (LyondellBasell) | 8 in (203 mm) die; melt 350°F (177°C); 2:1 BUR; 0.025 in die gap; 150 lb/hr; 1.25 mil (32 µm) film | LyondellBasell NA952000 TDS, Notes. Test conditions, not a recommendation |
| Injection and blow molding settings | Not published on the data sheet | LyondellBasell TDS (publication date 10/31/2026): 'Specific recommendations for resin type and processing conditions can only be made when the end use, required properties and fabrication equipment are known.' |
| General blown film guidance (all polyolefins, not grade-specific) | Barrel 280 to 375°F (140 to 190°C) near the hopper, rising to about 430°F (220°C) near the screen pack; die gap typically 20 mil (0.5 mm) for 1 to 3 mil film | LyondellBasell 'A Guide to Polyolefin Film Extrusion', linked from the NA952000 product page |
| Drying | Not required: LyondellBasell's guide says polyolefins are non-hygroscopic and do not need drying before extrusion | LyondellBasell 'A Guide to Polyolefin Film Extrusion' |
| Packaging forms | Not published on the data sheet | LyondellBasell TDS and product page |
Source data sheets are listed at the bottom of this page. Confirm against the current sheet for your exact grade code and color.
LyondellBasell's polyolefin film extrusion guide, linked from this grade's product page, says polyolefins are non-hygroscopic and do not need drying before extrusion; the grade's own data sheet gives no drying or temperature settings.
Grades to ask about instead of Petrothene NA952000
These grades from other producers have similar published specs. None is a drop-in replacement: additive packages, flow at molding shear rates, color and approvals differ. If your part, drawing or customer approval names Petrothene NA952000, any change needs your approval and usually a trial.
| Grade | Producer | Melt flow | Density | Key property | How it compares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ExxonMobil LD 2022.BW | ExxonMobil | 2.0 g/10 min (190°C / 374°F, 2.16 kg, ASTM D1238) | 0.923 g/cm³ (ASTM D1505) | Dart 110 g (ASTM D1709A); Elmendorf tear MD / TD 290 / 100 g (1.5 mil film) | Close match for film. LDPE with no slip or antiblock; North and Latin America; ExxonMobil lists cast film, liners, freezer film, form fill and seal, light duty shrink film and tough medium sized molding. Same MI, slightly higher density. ExxonMobil states it is not for medical use and asks buyers to contact it for food-contact compliance. Quote this alternative › |
| NOVAPOL LF-0219-A | NOVA Chemicals | 2.3 g/10 min (190°C / 374°F, 2.16 kg, ASTM D1238) | 0.918 g/cm³ (ASTM D792) | Dart 160 g (ASTM D1709/A); Elmendorf tear MD / TD 165 / 150 g (1.5 mil film) | Partial match. Homopolymer LDPE film resin with no slip or antiblock, for industrial packaging, liners and blends with LLDPE. MFR about 15% higher. NOVA states FDA 21 CFR 177.1520 (c) 2.1, with the limit that it may not be used for packing or holding food during cooking. Molding uses are not listed. Quote this alternative › |
| DOW LDPE 640I | Dow | 2.0 g/10 min (190°C / 2.16 kg, ASTM D1238) | 0.920 g/cm³ (ASTM D792) | ESCR 2.00 h (ASTM D1693); dart 150 g on 2.0 mil blown film (ASTM D1709A) | Flow same; density slightly higher. Additives: no slip, antiblock or processing aid. Dow lists waste liners, closures, lids and lidding films, industrial films and medical packaging, so it covers both film and caps. Approvals: Dow states FDA 21 CFR 177.1520 (c)2.2, U.S. FDA DMF, EU 10/2011 and USP Class VI. Blown film test: 40 mil die gap, 390°F melt, 2.5:1 BUR. Quote this alternative › |
| Westlake EN1817 | Westlake | 1.7 g/10 min (190°C / 2.16 kg, ASTM D1238) | 0.920 g/cm³ (ASTM D1505) | Dart 110 g/mil (ASTM D1709, 1.5 mil film); 1% secant modulus MD / TD 206.8 / 241.3 MPa (ASTM D882) | Flow lower (1.7 vs 2.0 MI); density slightly higher. Westlake lists injection molding, converter film and flexible medical. Dart is reported per mil, so it does not compare directly with NA952000's 110 g. Slip and antiblock not stated. Approvals: Westlake says it has some 21 CFR clearances and asks buyers to request a food-contact statement. Westlake recommends 360 to 400°F melt for film. Sheet dated 07/07/22. Quote this alternative › |
From each producer's published data. Brand owners and grade names change; confirm on the current data sheet.
Typical uses for Petrothene NA952000
From LyondellBasell's data sheet:
- Liner film, can liners, bags and pouches
- Food packaging, lamination and agriculture film
- Film wrap, sealants and surface protection film
- Squeeze bottles and other blow molded bottles
- Injection molded caps and closures
- Clear and opaque containers
- Foamed sheet
What to check before you switch
- Film data gauges differ: LyondellBasell tests at 1.25 mil, ExxonMobil and NOVA at 1.5 mil. Compare dart and tear only at the same gauge.
- NA952000 is also used for squeeze bottles and caps; the ExxonMobil and NOVA grades are documented mainly for film, so trial them in your molding process.
- Need slip and antiblock? LyondellBasell lists NA952094 as the version with 500 ppm slip and 4,000 ppm antiblock (density 0.921 g/cm³).
- Only two alternatives are listed here. Ask us about other North American LDPE grades at about 2 g/10 min.
- LyondellBasell keeps regulatory details in its Product Stewardship Bulletin, a separate document from the data sheet. Ask for the PSB or a letter if your part contacts food.
- Compare melt flow, density and impact only at the same test condition and method (ASTM vs. ISO results differ).
- Ask for the producer's food-contact or regulatory letter for the exact grade if the part needs one.
- Run a trial lot and check shrinkage, cycle time and appearance before you switch production.
Buying Petrothene NA952000: price, lead time and lot size
- Lot size. From one gaylord to a railcar. See gaylord, LTL and truckload for typical weights per box.
- Where it ships from. 22+ partner warehouse locations. Material already in a partner warehouse usually moves sooner than a grade that has to come from the producer; your quote says which applies.
- Price. We do not publish prices because they move with feedstock, freight and order size. What moves your price most: lot size, color, ship-to region, and whether you need Petrothene NA952000 itself or can accept a matched alternative. See how resin is priced and the monthly market update.
- Paperwork. Supplier COA on every prime lot (what a COA shows). Ask for the producer’s regulatory letter or UL file if your part needs them.
- Trying an alternative? Start with one gaylord as a trial lot, molded and checked before you commit a full release.
- If Petrothene NA952000 itself is not available. Some branded grades are sold only through the producer’s own channels or go on allocation. If we cannot source it, we tell you, then quote a matched alternative with a side-by-side comparison.
Send the grade code, your annual volume and ship-to location. A polymer chemist checks it before we quote; we have been in the resin business for 30+ years. For several grades at once, use the resin RFQ template.
Trade names belong to their owners. ResinBridge is not affiliated with these producers; grade names are used only to identify the material. Data reflects published sheets as of October 2026.
Sources
- LyondellBasell Petrothene NA952000 product page
- LyondellBasell Petrothene NA952000 technical data sheet (PDF)
- ExxonMobil LD 2022.BW data sheet (PDF)
- NOVA Chemicals NOVAPOL LF-0219-A data sheet (PDF)
- LyondellBasell: A Guide to Polyolefin Film Extrusion (PDF)
- Dow product page
- Dow: dow ldpe 640i low density polyethylene resin (PDF)
- Westlake: EN1817 TDS 07 07 22 0 (PDF)
- Westlake product page
Common questions
What is Petrothene NA952000?
Petrothene NA952000 is LyondellBasell's low density polyethylene for blown and cast film, liners and bags, blow molded squeeze bottles and injection molded caps and closures. It is available in North America.
What is the melt flow of Petrothene NA952000?
2.0 g/10 min (melt index), measured at 190°C / 374°F, 2.16 kg, ASTM D1238, per the published data sheet.
What is equivalent to Petrothene NA952000?
Grades from other producers to ask about include ExxonMobil LD 2022.BW and NOVAPOL LF-0219-A. None is identical; compare data sheets and run a trial, and get approval if your part names Petrothene NA952000.
Is Petrothene NA952000 food-contact compliant?
The data sheet makes no food-contact statement; it refers to LyondellBasell's Product Stewardship Bulletin (PSB), a separate document from LyondellBasell. LyondellBasell lists food packaging film among its applications. Ask for the PSB or a regulatory letter for your use.
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