Applications of Hanwha TotalEnergies E200L EVA in Industrial Manufacturing

Hanwha TotalEnergies E200L EVA finds targeted application in sectors requiring precise mechanical properties, clarity, and compatibility with modern fabrication processes. As a producer, we enable downstream industries to formulate advanced end products with reliable performance and industrial compliance.

1. Photovoltaic Encapsulation Sheets

Solar panel manufacturers utilize E200L EVA as a primary encapsulant in cell module lamination. Its controlled vinyl acetate content and melt index yield sheets with strong optical transmission and robust crosslinking, critical in module longevity. The polymer develops adhesion between the solar cells and glass, safeguarding against moisture and mechanical stress during operation. Our customers optimize the crosslinking kinetics to match autoclave curing requirements, balancing process speed with clarity and shrinkage control.

Industry compliance standards

• IEC 61215:2021 (Crystalline silicon terrestrial photovoltaic modules—Design qualification)
• UL 1703 (Standard for Flat-Plate Photovoltaic Modules and Panels)
• RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU (Restriction of Hazardous Substances)
• REACH (EC 1907/2006) Registration

Typical usage ratio

• 50–75 wt% of total sheet formulation, adjusted for film thickness between 0.45 mm and 0.60 mm per layer

Downstream process integration

• Thermoplastic extrusion followed by calendaring and pelletizing
• Roll-to-roll lamination onto photovoltaic cells under vacuum and thermal press
• Post-lamination crosslinking via controlled thermal treatment

Final product types

• Mono- and polycrystalline solar modules
• Bifacial PV panels
• PERC (Passivated Emitter Rear Cell) modules

2. Hot Melt Adhesive Formulation

Industrial adhesive producers employ E200L EVA as a backbone resin in hot melt compositions for packaging and bookbinding applications. Its melt viscosity and tack retention provide high-speed bonding properties and thermal flexibility. The resin blends with tackifiers and waxes to meet specific green strength and set time demands. Accurate ratio control ensures compatibility with automated application equipment and packaging substrate materials such as coated cartons, corrugates, and plastics.

Industry compliance standards

• FDA 21 CFR 175.105 (Adhesives—Indirect Food Additives)
• ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management Systems in adhesive production)
• Packaging and Packaging Waste Directive 94/62/EC (EU compliance for packaging)
• ASTM D1876 (Peel Resistance of Adhesives)

Typical usage ratio

• 20–40 wt% as the main polymer matrix, with adjustments based on end-use flexibility and bond strength requirements

Downstream process integration

• Compounding with resins, tackifiers, and waxes in hot melt extruders
• Granulation or pelletization for hot melt glue stick or pellet manufacture
• Inline filtration to eliminate gel or foreign particle formation

Final product types

• Case and carton sealing adhesives
• Perfect binding adhesives for commercial printing
• Hot melt pressure sensitive adhesives (HMPSA) for labels and tapes

3. Wire and Cable Compound Production

Electrical wire and cable compounders integrate E200L EVA as a key ingredient in insulation and sheathing compositions, where low smoke evolution and electrical insulation strength are vital. The polymer’s flexibility and resistance to stress cracking enable extrudable, homogeneous insulation layers. Modifiers such as inorganic fillers (e.g., ATH) are combined based on voltage class and fire performance criteria. E200L achieves optimal fuse bonding and elongation characteristics during continuous extrusion operations.

Industry compliance standards

• IEC 60502-1 (Power cables with extruded insulation and their accessories)
• EN 50267-2-1 (Halogen-free requirements for cable insulation)
• UL 758 (Appliance Wiring Material Standard)
• RoHS and REACH compliance (EU market access)

Typical usage ratio

• 30–55 wt% EVA resin in cable insulation compound, modified according to cable operational voltage and flexibility specifications

Downstream process integration

• Twin-screw compounding with fire retardants, plasticizers, and colorants
• Pellet feeding into high-speed cable extrusion lines
• Crosslinking (if required) under irradiation or peroxide-based systems

Final product types

• Low-voltage power cable insulation
• Instrument and control cables
• Halogen-free flame retardant (HFFR) cables

4. Film Extrusion for Flexible Packaging

Flexible packaging converters incorporate E200L EVA in co-extruded film structures targeting food wrapping and medical packaging. The high vinyl acetate content imparts strong sealing strength and improves clarity while minimizing stress whitening at folds and seams. Film thickness and molecular orientation are tuned per application to allow high-speed converting and precision die cutting. Stringent migration controls are executed for compliance in food contact and hospital supply chains.

Industry compliance standards

• FDA 21 CFR 177.1350 (Ethylene Vinyl Acetate Copolymers—Food Contact)
• EU 10/2011 (Plastics Food Contact Regulation)
• ISO 11607 (Packaging for Terminally Sterilized Medical Devices)
• Japanese Food Sanitation Act for packaging polymers

Typical usage ratio

• 10–25 wt% in film formulations, with higher ratios used in sealant layers or peelable lidding films for improved adhesion

Downstream process integration

• Feedstock blending before cast or blown film extrusion
• Co-extrusion with LDPE, LLDPE, or barrier resins like EVOH or PA
• Corona discharge pre-treatment and surface modification for printability

Final product types

• Frozen food bags and wrappers
• Sterilizable medical device pouches
• Peelable lidding films for dairy and ready meal packaging

5. Foam Shoe Sole Manufacturing

Footwear component suppliers employ E200L EVA as a core base in foam injection molding, targeting midsole and insole production for sportswear and commercial safety footwear. The material’s expansion properties and hardness control ensure repeatable, lightweight foams with tailored shock absorption. Process adjustments for mold filling, part density, and cell structure are made by tuning VA content and blowing agent ratios, under compliance monitoring for hazardous residues.

Industry compliance standards

• ISO 9001:2015 (Quality systems for footwear departments)
• GB/T 15107-2021 (China—Sports Footwear Technical Specifications)
• Reach EC 1907/2006 Annex XVII (SVHC compliance in polymers)
• California Proposition 65 (Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act)

Typical usage ratio

• 65–75 wt% of total foam compound, adjusted for hardness and rebound on a per-style basis

Downstream process integration

• Continuous blending with crosslinking agents, expanding agents, and pigments
• Pre-mixing and pelletizing before injection or compression molding
• Thermal foaming and post-cure aging for dimensional stabilization

Final product types

• Athletic shoe midsoles and insoles
• Children’s EVA sandals and clogs
• Industrial and anti-static protective shoe soles

6. Masterbatch Carrier for Functional Additives

Color and additive masterbatch producers use E200L EVA as a carrier matrix for pigments, UV absorbers, and processing aids in thermoplastic conversion. The copolymer’s melt flow and polarity ensure stable dispersion and compatibility with low-polarity polyolefins, crucial in the manufacturing of colored, stabilized, or antistatic polyolefin articles. Pelletizing parameters are optimized to minimize agglomeration or pigment bleed during downstream applications where appearance and performance are critical.

Industry compliance standards

• ISO 9001:2015 (Quality management for masterbatch manufacturing)
• EN 71-3:2019 (Toy Safety—Migration of Certain Elements, colorant safety)
• FDA 21 CFR 178.3297 (Colorants for Polymers)
• GMP Regulation (EC) No 2023/2006 for food packaging additive production

Typical usage ratio

• 30–45 wt% of total masterbatch formulation, with variable pigment or additive loadings up to 60% total solids

Downstream process integration

• High-speed compounding using twin-screw extruders with pigment or additive feeders
• Pelletization followed by sieving and dust removal
• Integration into customer extrusion, molding, or blown film operations via direct blending

Final product types

• Colored polyolefin films, sheets, and injection-molded goods
• UV-stabilized plastic greenhouse covers
• Conductive or antistatic packaging and device housings