Gail HDPE G Lex B63A003

Gail HDPE G‑Lex B63A003 is a high‑density polyethylene (HDPE) blow‑moulding grade from GAIL (India) Limited. It is positioned for medium‑size containers up to about 15 litres, mainly for foodstuffs such as edible oil and ghee, where converters need an optimized balance of toughness, stiffness, stackability, and processability.

In packaging terms, B63A003 is typically chosen for rigid, stack‑stable blow‑moulded jerrycans, cans and bottles in the 5–15 L range. The grade’s higher density and stiffness profile supports containers that must hold shape under top‑load/stack load, resist deformation during transport, and remain durable through repeated handling in distribution.

The manufacturer datasheet positioning states that the material conforms to natural‑resin designation IS 7328‑3‑BB‑HXDA of IS 7328:2020 for polyethylene raw material used in moulding and extrusion for blow‑moulded products.

Technical insights

• Melt Flow Index (I2) ~0.35 g/10 min (190°C/2.16 kg): A medium‑flow blow‑moulding MFI that supports stable parison control for larger, thicker‑wall containers while still offering practical processing on standard blow‑moulding lines.
• Density ~0.963 g/cm³: Higher density generally correlates with higher stiffness—helpful for stackability and dimensional stability in medium‑size jerrycans.
• Tensile strength at yield ~280 kg/cm² & elongation at yield ~9%: Indicates a strength‑forward resin with controlled ductility—supporting rigid packs that still tolerate handling stresses.
• Flexural modulus ~12000 kg/cm²: A key indicator of rigidity; higher modulus supports better top‑load performance and reduced paneling in larger containers.
• Izod impact strength ~350 J/m: Suggests strong toughness for drops and knocks during filling, warehousing and transport.
• Shore D hardness ~67: A firmer surface feel that supports scuff resistance and handling durability.
• ESCR (10% Igepal) >24 hours: A stress‑crack resistance reference point for typical packaging exposures; always validate against your formulation, wall thickness and design stress points.
• Vicat softening point ~125°C: Useful for understanding heat resistance expectations (e.g., warm storage, transport conditions, and general thermal stability).

Applications

Edible‑oil jerrycans and cans (5–15 L): B63A003 is positioned for blow‑moulded edible‑oil containers where stiffness and stackability are critical. The high‑stiffness profile helps packs stay upright and resist crushing in stacked storage and long‑distance logistics.

Ghee and vanaspati containers: For semi‑solid foodstuffs and ghee‑type products, converters often prioritize rigidity, toughness, and dimensional stability to prevent deformation during handling and to maintain consistent pack appearance on shelf.

General medium‑size foodstuff containers: Where a manufacturer needs a high‑stiffness HDPE blow‑moulding grade for medium‑volume packs, B63A003 is used to balance processability with container strength—subject to the converter’s compliance validation for the intended food‑contact application.

Comparable alternatives

• GAIL G‑Lex B63A003N: If your application requires UV stabilization (e.g., longer outdoor storage or UV exposure in the supply chain), the “N” variant is typically evaluated. Confirm the exact positioning and typical values on the corresponding datasheet.
• GAIL G‑Lex B52A003 / B52A003N (smaller container class): Often positioned for smaller containers up to ~5 L. Compared with B52A003‑class grades, B63A003’s higher density (~0.963 vs ~0.954) and higher flexural modulus (~12000 vs ~10000 kg/cm²) support better stack stiffness for medium‑size packs.
• Other HDPE blow‑moulding grades in India: Comparable grades should be screened by matching the full decision cluster—MFI (~0.35), density (~0.963), stiffness (flexural modulus), impact, ESCR, and the target container size range. Direct equivalence should not be assumed without mould trials and end‑use validation.

Common search variants

Also searched as: Gail B63A003 HDPE, G‑Lex B63A003 blow moulding, B63A003 dana, HDPE jerrycan grade. Common misspellings: B63AOO3, B63A003N/A, Glex B63A003.