NSB Polymers

APPAtactic Polypropylene

APP is atactic polypropylene with a soft, amorphous structure and a good modifying effect in bitumen and adhesives.

What is APP?

APP is atactic polypropylene with a soft, amorphous structure and a good modifying effect in bitumen and adhesives.

Typical properties

Density~0.85–0.91 g/cm³
Softening pointoften 100–160 °C
Classic tensile strengthnot primary

Typical applications

Roofing membranesBitumen modificationAdhesivesCoatingsSealants

Industries

ConstructionRoofing membranesAdhesivesRoad constructionCoatings

Processing

Blended into bitumen, adhesive or coating systems. Softening point and viscosity are the key parameters.

How NSB supplies APP

NSB Polymers trades APP in Prime, Near-Prime, Wide-Spec, Off-Grade and Stocklot qualities — sourced from 50+ producers and 200+ trading partners worldwide. Available lots change weekly.

Related materials

Typical guide values only. Actual density, tensile strength, MFI, heat deflection and processing behaviour vary by producer, additive package, reinforcement content, moisture, colour, recycled content and quality level (Prime, Near-Prime, Wide-Spec, Off-Grade, Stocklot). These values are not a specification and no guarantee of suitability for a specific application — binding are only written offers and agreed specifications. See our Note on product information.

Request APP

Pre-filled with your material — please add quantity and shipping address.

Minimum commercial quantity: 10 t / full truckload or container lots.

Spot decisions — typically within 24 hours