Prevents blocking and sticking of films
Active base
synthetic silica / talc
Carrier
LDPE / PP
Dosage
0.5–5%
Delivery form
masterbatch granulate
Film and packaging production – particularly blown and cast films – to prevent stacked film layers from blocking (sticking together).
Controlled foaming for polymer applications
Type
chemical, endo- & exothermic
Decomposition temp.
140–210 °C
Dosage
0.5–4%
Gas yield
25–220 ml/g
Production of foamed profiles, sheets and injection-moulded parts to save weight and material.
Intensive coloration for plastics
Type
soluble, transparent
Heat stability
up to 300 °C
Dosage
0.05–0.5%
Suitability
PS, PC, PMMA, PET
Colouring of plastics in extrusion and injection moulding for both transparent and opaque shades.
Material optimization through fillers and concentrates
Base
CaCO₃ / talc
Filler content
40–80%
Carrier
PE / PP
Effect
stiffness & cost reduction
Material optimisation and cost reduction in compounding and processing of thermoplastics.
Reduced flammability for improved safety
Base
halogen-free, mineral
Classification
UL94 V-2 to V-0
Dosage
3–25%
Suitability
PP, PE, ABS, PA
Used in electrical, construction and transport applications where plastics must meet elevated fire-safety requirements.
Pigment systems for targeted color effects
Type
organic & inorganic
Heat stability
up to 320 °C
Light fastness
7–8 (wool scale)
Delivery form
powder / masterbatch
Opaque colouring of plastics in extrusion, injection moulding and masterbatch production.
Improved processing behavior
Type
slip & release agents, PPA
Dosage
0.02–2%
Effect
higher throughput, better surfaces
Carrier
LDPE
Optimising processing behaviour in extrusion, injection moulding and film production.
Stabilization against processing and environmental effects
Type
UV & heat stabilizers (HALS)
Dosage
0.1–3%
Effect
UV & oxidation protection
Suitability
PP, PE, TPO
Protecting plastics from degradation by heat, UV radiation and oxidation during processing and use.
