Changzhou Helilai ABS GRABS-HA-430
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- Changzhou Helilai ABS GRABS-HA-430 is typically used in formulations when melt flow rate and impact resistance and processing temperature and moisture content must be controlled within specific ranges.
| HS Code | 834397 |
| Manufacturer | Changzhou Helilai |
| Product Name | ABS GRABS-HA-430 |
| Product Code | GRABS-HA-430 |
| Material Type | ABS |
| Appearance | Solid pellets |
| Color | Natural/off-white |
| Density | 1.05 g/cm³ typical |
| Melt Flow Rate | 20 g/10 min typical at 220°C/10 kg |
| Tensile Strength | 45 MPa typical |
| Flexural Strength | 70 MPa typical |
| Flexural Modulus | 2300 MPa typical |
| Izod Impact Strength | 20 kJ/m² typical |
| Heat Deflection Temperature | 85°C typical |
| Vicat Softening Temperature | 98°C typical |
| Rockwell Hardness | 100 R-scale typical |
| Flammability Rating | UL 94 HB typical |
| Processing Method | Injection molding |
| Drying Temperature | 80-90°C |
| Melt Temperature | 200-230°C |
| Mold Temperature | 50-70°C |
As an accredited Changzhou Helilai ABS GRABS-HA-430 factory, we enforce strict quality protocols—every batch undergoes rigorous testing to ensure consistent efficacy and safety standards.
| Packing | Changzhou Helilai ABS GRABS-HA-430 is supplied in 25 kg net woven bags, palletized for industrial handling and storage. |
| Container Loading (20′ FCL) | 20′ FCL loaded with Changzhou Helilai ABS GRABS-HA-430, securely palletized, stowed, and sealed for export shipment. |
| Shipping | Changzhou Helilai ABS GRABS-HA-430 is typically shipped as a nonhazardous ABS resin solid in sealed moisture-proof bags or drums, labeled with product name and lot. Keep dry, cool, and away from ignition sources. Confirm SDS, carrier, and local transport regulations before shipment. |
| Storage | Store Changzhou Helilai ABS GRABS-HA-430 in a dry, cool, well-ventilated warehouse at ambient temperature, away from direct sunlight, heat, ignition sources, and moisture. Keep original packaging sealed and palletized; avoid crushing, UV exposure, and static buildup. Separate from oxidizing agents and strong solvents. Maintain clean, labeled containers and follow local regulations and the supplier’s safety data sheet. |
| Shelf Life | Typically 12 months from manufacture when stored in a cool, dry place in unopened original packaging, protected from moisture and sunlight. |
For electroplated automotive interior trim, Changzhou Helilai ABS GRABS-HA-430 is molded with process parameters that preserve the dispersed polybutadiene phase required for selective chromic acid etching. Drying in a desiccant dryer with a dew point of -40 °C for 3–4 h at 80 °C reduces moisture to below 0.05% to prevent splay and surface pits. Barrel temperatures are maintained between 210 °C and 240 °C, and the mold temperature is held at 60–80 °C to minimize frozen-in stress and preserve uniform rubber particle distribution. Silicone-based mold release is not used because trace surface contamination disrupts palladium nucleation after etching. Gate placement avoids visible weld lines because plated weld lines exhibit lower peel adhesion and remain visible after bright chromium deposition. Molded parts are annealed at 70 °C for 2 h before plating when ambient relative humidity exceeds 60%, and parts are kept free of contact with aromatic solvents during handling.
The etch bath consists of 380–420 g/L chromic acid and 180–220 mL/L sulfuric acid operated at 60–68 °C for 6–12 min. This bath selectively oxidizes the polybutadiene phase to create microporous anchoring sites of 0.2–1.0 µm diameter. Immersion time outside this window causes either insufficient pore formation below 6 min or SAN matrix erosion above 12 min, with resulting peel strength below 0.5 N/mm when tested under ASTM B533-85 (2022) or ISO 2819:2018. After rinsing, chromic acid residuals are reduced in sodium bisulfite, then parts enter a palladium-tin activation bath followed by electroless nickel or copper deposition. Electrolytic copper 15–20 µm, bright nickel 8–12 µm, and decorative chromium 0.25–0.5 µm are typical for interior trim. Terminal parts include door handles, speaker grilles, instrument panel trim, and gear lever bezels. Chromium trioxide in the etch bath requires local exhaust control and REACH authorization, and inadequate ventilation on production-scale plating lines can produce Cr(VI) mist exposure above 0.005 mg/m³ 8-hour TWA. Published data for this specific grade’s polybutadiene domain size is limited, so etch cycle validation on production plaques is required before release of plated parts.
What Limits Regrind Inclusion in High-Gloss Appliance Housings?
High-gloss air-conditioner front panels and washing machine control housings require mold temperatures of 60–80 °C and melt temperatures of 220–250 °C. Regrind fractions above 20–30 wt% reduce the 60° gloss of injection-molded ABS GRABS-HA-430 panels by more than 10 GU measured under ASTM D523-14 (2018), because thermal history and oxidative chain scission degrade the SAN matrix and shift the refractive index of the surface skin. A reciprocating-screw injection molding machine with screw L/D 20:1 to 25:1 and compression ratio 2.0:1 to 2.5:1 disperses colorant and regrind without excessive shear heating. Barrel residence time above 30 min at 250 °C yellows the SAN phase and forms black specks from degraded butadiene. When regrind is mandated, it is pre-dried separately at 80 °C for 4 h and screened through a 3 mm mesh before proportional feeding. Injection speed is set to a linear flow-front velocity of 200–400 mm/s at the gate to prevent jetting; packing pressure is maintained at 50–70 MPa for 3–5 s per mm of wall thickness. Terminal components include front panels, knobs, top covers, and detergent dispenser housings. Polycarbonate contamination above 1% causes delamination and surface haze, and PVC contamination must be excluded because HCl evolution during processing corrodes mold surfaces and accelerates brown streaking.
Electrical Enclosure Flame-Retardant Classification and Wall Thickness Effects
In low-voltage electrical enclosures and conduit fittings produced from ABS GRABS-HA-430, the lot-specific flammability classification must be taken from the supplier datasheet. Unfilled general-purpose ABS is commonly classified HB at 1.5 mm; when UL 94 V-0 at 1.5 mm is required, compounding with a brominated flame retardant and antimony trioxide synergist at a total loading of 12–20 wt% is typically necessary. This addition reduces tensile strength by 10–15% compared with unfilled ABS and increases melt viscosity, requiring melt temperatures between 210 °C and 240 °C and mold temperatures between 40 °C and 60 °C. Wall thickness below 1.2 mm complicates V-0 classification because of reduced melt flow and higher char formation during burning; connectors and junction boxes are therefore designed with nominal wall thickness of 2.0–3.0 mm. Glow wire testing under IEC 60695-2-11 at 750 °C or 850 °C is applied for unattended appliance housings; parts must not ignite or must self-extinguish within 30 s after the glow wire is withdrawn. Long-term thermal aging is evaluated under UL 746B, and unfilled ABS is generally assigned a relative thermal index below 70 °C; electrical enclosures exposed to continuous conductor heat above this boundary require heat-stabilized grades or a different resin. Terminal parts include switch plates, socket housings, low-voltage junction boxes, and cable management channels. Weld lines located near screw bosses can reduce impact strength by 30–50% relative to unwelded sections, so gate location and wall thickness transitions use radii not less than 0.5 mm to reduce notch stress.
| Standard / Method | Test Condition | Compliance Criterion |
|---|---|---|
| UL 94 | Vertical burn, 1.5 mm specimen thickness | V-0 or V-2 depending on formulation |
| IEC 60695-2-11 | Glow wire at 750 °C | No ignition or self-extinguishing within 30 s |
| IEC 62368-1 | Fire enclosure for audio/video and ICT equipment | V-1 minimum at 1.5 mm after FR compounding |
| ASTM D638-14 | Tensile yield, 5 mm/min | Report supplier datasheet value and specimen thickness |
| ISO 180:2023 | Notched Izod at 23 °C | Report supplier datasheet value; evaluate weld-line reduction separately |
Sheet extrusion of ABS GRABS-HA-430 for subsequent vacuum forming is constrained by rubber-phase thermal stability and the need for a closed melt bank at the roll gap. Drying at 80 °C for 4 h to a moisture content below 0.05% is mandatory before extrusion because moisture vapor forms micro-bubbles that become visible when sheet is drawn at 160 °C or above. A single-screw extruder with L/D 30:1 to 36:1 and a barrier screw is operated with barrel zone temperatures from 190 °C at the feed throat to 230 °C at the die, with die temperature held at 215–230 °C. The polished three-roll stack is set to 80–90 °C on the top roll, 75–85 °C on the middle roll, and 65–75 °C on the bottom roll to control shrinkage while avoiding sheet sticking. Thermoforming of refrigerator door liners and luggage shells requires sheet surface temperature between 150 °C and 180 °C; below 148 °C, ABS exhibits cold tearing at draw ratios above 1.5:1, and above 185 °C, surface blistering and rubber-phase degradation cause gloss loss. Female vacuum forming with plug assist is used for liners because it distributes wall thickness more uniformly than male drape forming; final wall thickness in corner radii must not fall below 0.8 mm for impact resistance. Terminal parts include refrigerator door liners, small appliance covers, and large luggage shells. Sheet thickness tolerance should be verified with ISO 4593; published data for this specific grade’s thermoforming sag index is limited, so sheet-temperature mapping is required on production tooling.
When ABS GRABS-HA-430 Replaces Metal in Structural Office Furniture Components
For replacement of metal in chair bases, armrests, monitor supports, and desk structural shells, unfilled ABS GRABS-HA-430 is limited by creep behavior and notch sensitivity. Typical unfilled ABS tensile yield strength falls between 40 MPa and 45 MPa under ISO 527-1:2019, flexural modulus between 2.0 GPa and 2.5 GPa under ISO 178:2019, and notched Izod impact at 23 °C between 200 J/m and 350 J/m under ISO 180:2023. At -20 °C, impact can fall below 80 J/m, and injection-molded bosses with sharp internal corners fail under moderate tightening torque. Structural ribs and bosses are designed with a root radius of at least 0.5 times the adjacent wall thickness, and screw bosses use metal inserts where repeated assembly is expected. When continuous compressive stress exceeds 10 MPa, creep may exceed 1% strain within 1,000 h at 23 °C; published long-term creep rupture data for this specific grade is limited, so load-bearing parts require supplier-specific creep data rather than short-term tensile values. Molding is performed on clamp-force units of 2,500–5,000 kN, with melt temperature 230–250 °C and mold temperature 50–70 °C to balance flow and shrinkage. Thick sections above 4 mm require holding pressure of 60–80 MPa for 6–10 s/mm to prevent sink marks at rib intersections. Terminal parts include chair bases, armrests, monitor stands, and cable tray covers. The material is not applied where contact with ketones, esters, or aromatic hydrocarbons may occur; repeated exposure to isopropanol at stress concentrations can cause environmental stress cracking within 24 h in standard ABS.
Thin-Wall Consumer Electronics Bezels Demand Controlled Flow-Length and Packing
Thin-wall bezels with nominal wall thickness between 1.2 mm and 2.0 mm require melt temperatures at the upper end of the ABS processing window, between 230 °C and 250 °C, and fast injection speeds to maintain flow-front velocity above 300 mm/s. The flow length-to-thickness ratio should not exceed 150:1 for unfilled ABS without flow hesitation marks; beyond this threshold, short shots and weld line weakness appear on production-scale injection molding machines with 3,000–5,000 kN clamping force. Packing pressure is set to 60–80 MPa and held for 0.5–1.0 s/mm of wall thickness to reduce sink marks at bosses and ribs. Shrinkage anisotropy between flow and cross-flow directions ranges from 0.4% to 0.7% when measured on specimens prepared according to ISO 294-4; this causes warpage in bezels with nonuniform wall thickness unless gate placement at the thickest section balances filling. Gloss is measured at 60° under ASTM D523-14 (2018), with high-gloss textured surfaces requiring mold surface polish of SPI A-1 to SPI A-2. For audio equipment, remote controls, and monitor frames requiring IEC 62368-1 fire enclosure compliance, flame-retardant compounded ABS may be needed at 1.5 mm wall thickness. The grade is not used outdoors without UV stabilization or painting because ABS yellows and loses gloss after 500–1,000 h of xenon arc exposure under ISO 4892-2; terminal products are therefore indoor consumer electronics bezels and front panels.
For drainage, waste, and vent piping in non-pressure building service, ABS GRABS-HA-430 is converted into pipe fittings and solvent-cementable joints. Pipe-grade ABS materials are tested under ASTM D3965 for impact, tensile strength, deflection temperature, and chemical resistance; fittings are tested under ASTM D2661 for dimensions, flattening resistance, and impact at 23 °C. Injection molding of large-diameter fittings above 50 mm uses melt temperatures of 220–245 °C, mold temperatures of 40–60 °C, and multiple gates to prevent weld lines at the hub-to-body transition. Because ABS is amorphous, shrinkage is more uniform than polypropylene but still creates sink marks in thick hub sections; packing pressure of 70–90 MPa for 5–10 s/mm and core cooling below 70 °C before ejection reduce ovality. Solvent cement bonding of ABS pipe and fittings uses a cement conforming to ASTM D2235; curing time at 23 °C exceeds 24 h before hydrostatic testing. Operational boundaries include non-pressure service only; compressed air or pressure water lines above 0.5 MPa are not recommended for unfilled ABS DWV fittings due to long-term creep and brittle failure at sub-zero temperatures. Terminal parts include drain traps, adapter fittings, vent tees, and laboratory waste drainage components.
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Changzhou Helilai ABS GRABS-HA-430 is an acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene thermoplastic supplied in pellet form for injection molding. The grade identifier HA-430 denotes a medium-flow, general-purpose ABS within the GRABS product line, as classified under the designation system of ISO 2580-1:2004. Materials ordered as GRABS-HA-430 are typically characterized by the supplier’s certificate of analysis against a matrix of mechanical, thermal, and rheological tests; independent published data for this specific configuration is limited, and commercial procurement should therefore bind lot acceptance to the producer’s datasheet rather than to generic ABS literature values. The resin is intended for melt processing on conventional reciprocating-screw injection machines, where balance between flow length, impact strength, and surface appearance is the primary selection criterion. Grade-specific specification fields normally listed for GRABS-HA-430 include melt volume-flow rate, density, tensile yield stress, flexural modulus, notched impact strength, heat deflection temperature, Vicat softening temperature, and residual moisture. The product may be supplied as natural pellets or precolored compound; external masterbatch addition requires verification of carrier resin compatibility and separate drying of hygroscopic color concentrates. As an ABS terpolymer, the material contains a continuous styrene-acrylonitrile phase and a dispersed polybutadiene rubber phase, which contributes impact toughness but limits long-term UV stability unless protected by pigmentation or coating.
What Processing Window Minimizes Splay, Gate Halo, and Dimensional Out-of-Round?
Residual moisture is the first variable to control. Unmodified ABS absorbs atmospheric moisture, and a melt mass fraction above 0.05% can generate splay and silver streaks during plasticization. The resin should be dried in a desiccant-bed dryer with a supply-air dew point at or below −30 °C, a hopper temperature of 80 °C, and a residence time of 2–4 h. If the drying hopper is not insulated, moisture regain during prolonged idling will degrade surface quality. Residual moisture can be verified by ISO 15512:2019 method B (Karl Fischer) or a calibrated moisture balance. Extended drying beyond 4 h at 80 °C may cause pellet discoloration if dryer temperature control overshoots. Nozzle melt temperature for GRABS-HA-430 is typically maintained between 200 °C and 240 °C. The lower bound reduces thermal degradation of the butadiene phase, while the upper bound improves replication of fine texture but may shift yellowness index upward. Mold temperature should be held between 40 °C and 70 °C; higher values produce glossier surfaces and lower post-mold shrinkage, but extend cooling time. Injection velocity and packing pressure must be profiled against gate dimensions. In small edge gates, shear rates above 10⁴ s⁻¹ can cause rubber-phase orientation and visible flow-direction anisotropy. A screw with L/D ratio of 20:1 to 25:1 and a compression ratio of 2.0:1 to 2.5:1 provides sufficient plastication without excessive shear. Processing on machines with high free-injection capacity but inadequate melt residence control may create lot-to-lot color variation. On a 800 kN hydraulic injection molding machine, starting values of 220 °C melt and 50 °C mold are commonly applied for wall sections of 2.0 mm. If a hot runner system is used, manifold temperature should not exceed 240 °C to limit degradation. Short shots and jetting are controlled by reducing injection velocity at the gate, not by raising melt temperature alone.
Rheological and Mechanical Certification Methods
Specification audits for GRABS-HA-430 usually reference the following methods. Melt volume-flow rate is determined according to ISO 1133-1:2022 at 220 °C under 10 kg dead weight; a medium-flow ABS in this class is commonly reported between 5 g/10 min and 30 g/10 min, though the exact HA-430 value is lot-specific. Density is measured by immersion in water according to ISO 1183-1:2019; commodity ABS resins typically fall in the range 1.03–1.07 g/cm³. Tensile yield stress and nominal strain at break are obtained with Type 1A specimens under ISO 527-2:2012, using a test speed of 50 mm/min. Flexural modulus is evaluated by ISO 178:2019 at 2 mm/min; typical values for general-purpose ABS lie between 1.5 GPa and 2.8 GPa. Notched impact resistance is assessed by Izod ISO 180:2023 method 1A and Charpy ISO 179-1:2020 method 1eA, with the brittle-ductile transition commonly appearing between −30 °C and +23 °C. Heat deflection temperature under load is measured by ISO 75-2:2013 method A at 1.8 MPa and method B at 0.45 MPa; Vicat softening temperature is recorded by ISO 306:2022 method B50. Water absorption after 24 h at 23 °C under ISO 62:2008 influences dimensional stability; typical ABS absorbs 0.2–0.45% by mass. Mold shrinkage and ball indentation hardness are additional purchase-specification fields for mold design. These methods provide the acceptance framework; they do not themselves certify a grade.
| Test parameter | Method | Representative commodity ABS range | Significance for injection molding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melt volume-flow rate | ISO 1133-1:2022 | 5–30 g/10 min at 220 °C/10 kg | Controls flow length, fill pressure, and thin-wall capability |
| Density | ISO 1183-1:2019 | 1.03–1.07 g/cm³ | Affects part mass and cost per unit volume |
| Tensile yield stress | ISO 527-2:2012 | 30–50 MPa at 50 mm/min | Predicts load-bearing capacity at low strain |
| Flexural modulus | ISO 178:2019 | 1.5–2.8 GPa | Governs stiffness under bending loads |
| Notched Izod impact | ISO 180:2023 1A | 10–40 kJ/m² at +23 °C | Differentiates general-purpose from high-impact grades |
| HDT | ISO 75-2:2013 | 75–100 °C at 1.8 MPa method A | Sets upper service temperature under structural load |
| Vicat softening | ISO 306:2022 B50 | 85–105 °C | Relevant to paint bake and hot-plate welding |
| Water absorption | ISO 62:2008 | 0.2–0.45% after 24 h at 23 °C | Defines drying requirements and dimensional stability in humid service |
| Mold shrinkage | ISO 294-4:2018 | 0.4–0.8% | Used for tool compensation and post-mold metrology |
| Ball indentation hardness | ISO 2039-1:2001 | 80–110 MPa | Correlates with scratch and indentation resistance |
Applications for GRABS-HA-430 are concentrated in injection-molded enclosures, trims, and structural interior components where dimensional stability and surface appearance matter more than extreme low-temperature impact. In appliance housings, the resin is compatible with direct metallization and ultrasonic welding, though adhesion levels on polybutadiene-rich surfaces depend on surface preparation and should be qualified under ISO 2409:2020 cross-cut adhesion testing. For electrical enclosures, the unmodified ABS base resin typically carries a UL 94 HB classification at wall thicknesses equal to or greater than 1.5 mm; a UL 94 V-0 listing at thin gauges requires a dedicated flame-retardant compound and must not be assumed from the base grade. Production-scale experience indicates that gate blush and weld-line strength become process-limiting when the flow-length-to-thickness ratio exceeds approximately 200:1; for ribs and bosses, the rib height should not exceed 3× the nominal wall to avoid sink marks and extended cycle time. Molded parts with wall thickness below 1.8 mm may require higher melt temperatures and faster injection speeds, but the resin’s thermal stability should be monitored through melt residence time. For snap-fit assemblies, the outer-fibre strain during assembly should remain below the material’s tensile yield strain; where grade-specific creep data is unavailable, long-term creep assessment can be conducted under ISO 899-1:2017 at 23 °C. Batch-to-batch variation in color and impact strength can be reduced by limiting regrind to 15–20 wt% and controlling the hot-air or desiccant drying period. The grade is not recommended for continuous service above approximately 85 °C in load-bearing applications, nor for immersion in ketones, esters, or chlorinated solvents, which attack the styrene-acrylonitrile phase.
When Regrind Incorporation Alters Molecular Weight Distribution in ABS Melt
Recycled material generated from sprues, runners, and rejected parts can be re-fed into the hopper if the particle size distribution and dry-bulk density are controlled. Shredded flakes below 6 mm average diameter feed more consistently than coarse granulate, but excessive fines below 0.5 mm can bridge at the feed throat and destabilize screw output. The allowable regrind fraction for GRABS-HA-430 depends on the end-use specification; for aesthetic surfaces, a regrind loading of 10–15 wt% is often applied, while non-appearance parts may accept up to 30 wt% if impact retention is validated according to ISO 180:2023. Repeated thermal history reduces the molar mass of the styrene-acrylonitrile continuum, narrowing the processing window and lowering notched impact strength. A practical control is to measure melt volume-flow rate after each regrind cycle and reject lot blending if the MVR shift exceeds +20% relative to virgin material. Drying of regrind must follow the same desiccant conditions as virgin resin; mixed feeds with moisture above 0.08% produce inconsistent shear heating and screw torque fluctuations. If a gravimetric blender is used, the regrind and virgin pellet densities must be entered separately to prevent weigh-feeder drift. Stratification in the hopper can occur if virgin and regrind differ in bulk density by more than 5%; the feed screw rotation and back pressure may then oscillate. Material intended for regrind should also pass through a magnetic separator to reduce the risk of tramp metal damaging check rings and non-return valves. The mold temperature, hold pressure, and cooling time may need adjustment when regrind content changes because the effective viscosity and thermal conductivity of the melt differ slightly from virgin material.
Comparing GRABS-HA-430 with High-Impact and Flame-Retardant ABS Classes
Grade selection between GRABS-HA-430 and other ABS products should focus on the rubber-phase content, molecular weight distribution, and additive package. A high-impact ABS typically contains a larger or more dispersed polybutadiene fraction and exhibits higher notched Izod values—commonly above 25 kJ/m² at +23 °C—but its melt viscosity is higher, limiting thin-wall flow. GRABS-HA-430, as a medium-flow general-purpose grade, is positioned to fill thinner sections and reproduce fine surface texture with reduced tendency toward flow marks, but the trade-off is a lower resistance to crack propagation at sub-zero temperatures. In applications requiring continuous outdoor UV exposure, ASA polymers or weather-resistant ABS grades are preferred because unmodified polybutadiene unsaturation leads to photodegradation. For parts requiring UL 94 V-0 at 1.5 mm, a flame-retardant ABS must be selected; the FR package may reduce melt flow and increase plate-out on tool surfaces. ABS/PC blends extend notched impact strength and heat resistance but cost more per cubic centimetre and require elevated melt temperatures, so substitution into a GRABS-HA-430 tool must be validated for gating, venting, and ejection. Compared with HIPS, GRABS-HA-430 offers wider chemical resistance in the styrene-acrylonitrile continuous phase and better property retention after contact with common hydrocarbon greases, but the rubber phase remains sensitive to organic solvents. When dimensional tolerance is critical, post-mold shrinkage of ABS can be controlled by packing pressure; total shrinkage after 48 h at 23 °C generally falls between 0.4% and 0.8%, with lower values obtained in higher packing conditions.
Published data for the specific GRABS-HA-430 configuration is limited in independent technical databases; therefore, the ranges above are derived from commodity ABS literature and should not be interpreted as certified grade-specific values. Procurement specifications should require the supplier’s current datasheet, certificate of analysis, and any applicable EU REACH, RoHS, and food-contact declarations relevant to the final market. If the component must meet FDA 21 CFR 177.1020 for repeated-use food-contact articles, the manufacturer must confirm that the exact grade and color concentrate package satisfy extraction testing under the intended conditions of use. Processing outside the stated moisture, temperature, and regrind limits may result in surface defects, reduced impact strength, or elevated emissions. The resin is not suitable for direct contact with strong oxidizing acids or aromatic hydrocarbons at elevated temperatures.
