Trying to source a chemical product

Thread starter David Gee
Start date Jan 31, 2022
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The discussion focuses on sourcing a specific chemical product that is freezable, non-toxic, and maintains flexibility when frozen. Participants inquire about the chemical name to facilitate sourcing from manufacturers. There is a debate regarding whether the product remains flexible when frozen solid or only within a certain temperature range. Clarification on these properties is essential for effective sourcing. Understanding the temperature flexibility is crucial for potential applications of the product.

Jan 31, 2022

David Gee

TL;DR: Sourcing a product, to find a manufacturer. Needs to be some form of Gel. Needs to be freezable whilst maintaining its flexibility.

Freezable. Maintains flexibility when frozen. Re-usable. Non toxic. Need to know the chemical name to enable sourcing for a manufacturer.

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Jan 31, 2022

Baluncore

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David Gee said:

Maintains flexibility when frozen.

Frozen solid, and flexible ?
Or flexible over what range of temperature ?

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