https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-02/2021-medical-devices-selection-guide.pdf
RIGID COMPONENTS: DIAGNOSTIC, IMAGING, LIFE SUPPORT, LABORATORY,
& MONITORING EQUIPMENT
(housings & covers, monitor bezels, body panels, handles, battery enclosures, access panels, wands, coils)
Rigid
Component
Materials compliant
with ISO 10993
& USP Class VI,
if required
UL approved
resins to meet
flammability
requirements
Housings with
toughness & good
impact resistance
Enclosures &
components that
withstand repeated
cleanings
High-flow materials
for components
with complex
designs
Copolyester, Polyester & PC/Polyester Blends
Copolyester Eastman Tritan™
(Copolyester)
High chemical resistance to a wide variety of hospital
disinfectants; excellent toughness and impact resistance after
disinfection; retains color and gloss after sterilization and
disinfection; does not contain BPA, BPS or halogens
Polybutylene
Terephthalate
(PBT)
DuPont™ Crastin® & Rynite® (FR-
PBT)
30% glass reinforced; flame retardant; good mold flow
and electrical properties; high strength, stiffness,
dimensional stability and heat resistance
Polyester
(PC/PET) &
Polybutylene
Terephthalate
(PC/PBT)
Covestro Makroblend®
(FR-PC/PET) & (FR-PC/PBT) Strength; toughness; chemical resistance; flame retardant
Covestro Makroblend®
(Non-FR PC/PBT)
Strength; toughness; chemical resistance;
limited biocompatibility
Trinseo EMERGE™
(FR-PC/PET)
Chemical resistance; ignition resistance;
limited biocompatibility
PA, PVC, PC & PMMA
Polyamide
(Nylon, PA)
Avient Trilliant™ XR
Radiation Shielding
(PA)
Radiation shielding; green alternative for lead
replacement; enhanced design freedom vs. lead;
available in hard and soft durometers
Arkema Rilsan® MED (PA11) &
Rilsamid® MED (PA12)
Chemical resistance; transparent and opaque;
easy processing; creep resistance; temperature resistance;
BPA-free; sterilizable by gamma, EtO and steam
Polyvinyl
Chloride
GEON Performance Solutions
Resilience™ HC (PVC)
Excellent chemical resistance; good strength and stiffness;
very good surface quality; inherently flame resistant;
available in all medical colors; excellent
solvent bonding to PVC
Polycarbonate
(PC) Trinseo EMERGE™ (PC) Ignition resistant; transparent and opaque;
glass-filled also available
PolyMethyl
Methacrylate
(PMMA)
Altuglas Plexiglas® Acrylics
(PMMA)
Clarity; easy processing; chemical resistance;
BPA free; ideal for light piping and lenses
Styrenics & FR-PC/ABS Blends
Styrenics
Trinseo MAGNUM™
(ABS)
Opaque; custom colors; excellent impact and flow;
low residuals; full biocompatibility
INEOS Styrolution
Terlux® HD
(MABS)
Good clarity; good heat and overall chemical resistance;
good impact strength; good solvent bonding to PVC;
outstanding surface quality
INEOS Styrolution
Lustran® & Novodur® HD (ABS)
Opaque appearance; outstanding chemical resistance;
high impact strength; excellent balance of properties;
ease of processability; bondable
FR-
Polycarbonate/
ABS
Covestro Bayblend®
Flame retardant; good impact resistance;
dimensional stability; toughness
Trinseo EMERGE™
Ignition resistant; limited biocompatibility; high flow;
easy processing; glass-filled also available
Flexible
Component
Solution Needs:
Comfortable
handles
& grips
Water-tight seals
Durable feet
or casters
Durable
keypads
Flow
control
TPE, TPC-ET, TPU, TPV & Flexible PVC
Thermoplastic
Avient Versaflex™ HC
Overmolding Series
Proven healthcare solutions with hardness ranges 42–65
Shore A; autoclave, radiation and EtO sterilizable;
bondable to many substrates; customizable haptics
Arkema Pebax® MED
Sterilizable by gamma and EtO; low energy return;
soft touch; chemical resistance; overmolding material
Thermoplastic
Polyester
DuPont™ Hytrel®
Wide range of flexibility, stiffness, and processing
options; Shore D between 30-82; BPA-free; excellent
flex fatigue and toughness; low temperature flexibility;
good chemical resistance
Thermoplastic
Polyurethane
Covestro Texin®
Biocompatible; soft touch; sterilizable; good chemical
resistance; overmold for grips and handles; excellent
bonding to polar substrates like PC; 70A to 95A
Thermoplastic
Vulcanizate
(TPV)
Avient Versalloy™
(TPV)
Proven healthcare solutions with hardness ranges 45–90
Shore A; autoclave, radiation and EtO sterilizable;
natural and colorable; smooth texture; bonds to PP
Exxon Mobil Santoprene™ (TPV) Durable sealing performance; elastic recovery; excellent
chemical resistance; compliance with medical standards
Flexible
Polyvinyl
Chloride
GEON Performance Solutions
Geon™ Flexible PVC
Engineered exclusively for the healthcare market; transparent
and opaque colors; radiopaque grades available; durometer
ranges from 55A to 40D; gamma and EtO sterilizable
Thermoset Silicone Elastomers
Thermoset
Silicone
Elastomers/
Liquid Silicone
Rubber
DuPont™ Liveo™
Silicone Elastomers (LSR)
Biocompatible; non-irritating and non-sensitization;
sterilizable; made without plasticizers, phthalates or latex
FLEXIBLE COMPONENTS: DIAGNOSTIC, IMAGING, LIFE SUPPORT, LABORATORY,
MONITORING EQUIPMENT
(o-rings, gaskets, wheels, soft touch grips/handles, keypads/displays, diaphragms, seals)
WIRE & CABLE: DIAGNOSTIC, IMAGING, LIFE SUPPORT, LABORATORY,
& MONITORING EQUIPMENT
(plug molding, heater cable insulation, flexible jacket, flexible cords, coil cords & cable)
Wire and Cable
Component
Solution Needs:
Materials compliant
with UL, RoHS,
REACH & WEEE, if
needed
Materials with
good chemical,
moisture & abrasion
resistance
Low smoke & non-
halogen materials
PVC
Polyvinyl
Chloride
GEON Performance Solutions
Geon™ Flexible PVC
Inherent flame resistance; halogen-free; excellent
chemical resistance; non-yellowing; proven safety record
in wire and cable applications; high temperature
grades available
TPE, TPC-ET, TPU & POE
Thermoplastic
Polyester
Arkema Pebax®
Flexibility; chemical resistance; easy processing;
abrasion resistance; low coefficient of friction
Thermoplastic
Polyester
Elastomers
(TPC-ET)
DuPont™ Hytrel®
REACH, RoHS and WEEE compliant; wide range of flexibility,
stiffness, and processing options; 30D-82D; BPA-free;
excellent flex fatigue and toughness; low temperature
flexibility; good chemical resistance
Thermoplastic
Polyurethane
Covestro Texin®
RoHs, WEEE, and REACH compliant; excellent memory
and recoil; abrasion resistance; Texin® Rx Series -
medical grade Polyether TPU – 70A to 80D
Polyolefin
Elastomer
(POE)
Avient ECCOH™
Non-halogenated flame retardant; high flexibility;
environmental stress cracking resistance (ESCR);
good electrical properties
PA
Polyamide
(Nylon, PA)
Arkema Rilsan®
(PA)
Chemical resistance; easy processing; abrasion resistance;
low coefficient of friction; dimensional stability
CUSTOM AVIENT SOLUTIONS FOR MEDICAL EQUIPMENT
Custom Solution Needs Avient™ Custom Solutions
Specialized materials to meet unique
application requirements
Avient Trilliant™ Healthcare products are a line
of customized solutions specific for regulated
medical devices; color branding expertise
FDA-registered pre-colored resins
and masterbatch options; color coding
for safety and brand recognition
Avient collaborates with key material suppliers
to provide FDA-approved pre-colored resins
Avient OnColor™ HC Plus offers customizable color
masterbatch solutions pre-certified for biocompatibility
using ISO 10993 and USP Class VI test protocol
Reduced growth of microbes
Avient WithStand™ additive technologies inhibit
growth of microbes that often cause odor,
staining and loss of mechanical properties
AVIENT DISTRIBUTION
Healthcare Supplier Line Card
You face a unique set of challenges when designing parts for the healthcare industry.
https://www.avient.com/news/polyone-launches-new-eccoh-lsfoh-grades-optical-fiber-cables
With processing speeds up to 1000m/minute and a much lower melting point than PBT (a traditional OFC jacketing material), these new ECCOH™ grades enable faster processing and reduced energy use during manufacturing.
In addition, they maintain performance at reduced wall thickness and are easily colorable.
With improved processability, reduced energy use, and lower minimum wall thickness, these new materials are an ideal alternative to PBT in gel-filled stranded loose tube optical fiber applications.”
https://www.avient.com/idea/reduce-carbon-footprint-medical-plastics
For these reasons, medical devices and pharmaceutical packaging products are typically made with standard polymers (e.g., polyolefins, polyesters) and engineering plastics (e.g., polycarbonate, ABS, POM, PBT).
These color and additive solutions are available as concentrates or ready-to-use pre-colored formulations in bio-based polypropylene, polyethylene, polycarbonate, styrenic resins and ABS.
As pre-colored formulations, they already contain the right amount of colorant and/or additive and can be used as such without dilution.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-02/Sustainability ESG Disclosures_Silicon Dioxide.pdf
PROPERTY DETAIL
Physical State Solid
Form Powder
Color White
Odor Odorless
Melting Point >1700°C
Boiling Point >1700°C
Bulk Density Typically 50–600 g/L
Water Solubility 15–68 mg SiO2/L at 20°C
Self-Ignition Temperature Not combustible
Flammability Non-flammable
Explosiveness Non-explosive
Oxidizing Properties Expected to be non-oxidizing
PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
EFFECT ASSESSMENT RESULT
Acute Toxicity/ Oral Inhalation/Dermal Not acutely toxic after oral and dermal exposure.
EFFECT ASSESSMENT RESULT
Aquatic Toxicity Not expected to be harmful to aquatic species
Daphnia Toxicity Not acutely toxic to daphnia
Bacteria Toxicity Not expected to be toxic to bacteria
FATE BEHAVIOR
Biodegradation Not possible as substance is inorganic
Bioaccumulation Potential Low bioaccumulation potential expected
PBT/vPvB Conclusion The substance is not a PBT/ vPvB substance
EXPOSURE
HUMAN HEALTH SAFETY ASSESSMENT
Human Health
No human health hazard was identified.
Environment As the substance is neither classified as dangerous nor is assessed to be a PBT or vPvB
substance, no environmental exposure assessment has to be performed.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-12/sem-tri-fold-selection-guide.pdf
Artisan™
Pre-Colored
Thermoplastics PA Powersports,
Lawn & Garden, Marine
Customizable pre-color solutions
Scratch & mar resistance
Weatherability & UV resistance
High impact resistance
Simplifies processing/replaces paint
Tailored temperature performance range: -20°C to 105°C
Global availability
Complēt™
OnForce™ PA, PP, PPA, PPS, TPU Consumer, Transportation,
Long fiber technology
Elevated impact and mechanical properties at
room temperature
Increased performance at temperature extremes
Excellent creep and fatigue resistance
Glass and carbon fiber filled options
Lubricated, fire retardant, and pre-colored options
Edgetek™
Bergadur™
ABS, LCP, PA, PC,
PC/ABS, PC/PBT,
PC/PET, PC/PSU, PEEK, PES, PEI,
POM, PPA,
PPS, PSU
Consumer, Transportation,
Strength and durability
Chemical resistance
High impact resistance
Weatherability
Flame retardant grades: UL 94 V-0, V-1, V-2, and 5VA
Pre-color solutions
Lightweighting
5G properties - Dk/Df and 3D/LDS
Gravi-Tech™ PA, TPU, TPE, PBT Consumer, Transportation,
Customized density, from 1.5 to 11 gm/cm3
Broad modulus and strength: flexible to rigid
Chemical and corrosion resistance
Gravi-Tech™ LD light density grades available
LubriOne™ PA, PBT, PC, PEEK, PEI, POM, PP,
PPA, PPS, PS
Transportation,
Electrical & Electronics,
Industrial
Low coefficient of friction
Self-lubricating
Chemical, wear, and corrosion resistance
Maxxam™ PP
Consumer, Transportation,
Electrical & Electronics,
Homopolymer and copolymer grades
Optional additives: UV, heat stabilizers
Standard grades available in natural and black
Maxxam™ FR PE, PP
Consumer, Transportation,
Electrical & Electronics,
Flame retardant grades: UL 94 V-0, V-1, V-2, and 5VA
Flame retardant masterbatches
Elevated UL RTI ratings
Halogen-free flame retardant grades available
Nymax™
Nymax™ PIR
Bergamid™
PA 6, 66, 612, 12,
co-polymers
Transportation, Building
& Construction, Electrical
Toughened grades: medium and high impact
Optional additives: heat stabilized, lubricated, impact
modified, nucleated
Standard grades available in natural and black
Pre-colored solutions available
PIR grades with 20%–100% recycled content,
supporting the circular economy
SPECIALTY ENGINEERED THERMOPLASTICS
2 From NEU™ Specialty Engineered Materials, LLC., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Avient Corporation
NAME BASE RESIN(S) AVAILABLE FEATURES1
Trilliant™
ABS, LCP, PA, PC,
ABS, PA 6, PA 66,
PC/ABS, PC/PSU,
PEBA, PEEK, PES,
POM, PPA, PSU
Certified to USP Class VI
Formulations locked down
Drug master file submissions by product stewardship
Pre-colored, small lot production down to 50 lb–250 lb
Sterilization, chemical resistance, and secondary process guidance
Adherence to FDM-GMP manufacturing standards
Antimicrobial technologies
Materials for radiation shielding protection
NEU™
Specialty
Materials2
PEBA, TPU, PA 11, PA 12,
PP, PE, TPE
Radiopacifiers, stabilizers, and surface modifiers
Antimicrobial technologies
Pre-colored formulations
Small lot capabilities
Short lead times
Versaflex™ HC TPE
Overmolding
Clear and heat resistant
Ultra clear grades
Ultra soft TPE gels, 30 shore OO
FDA, USP Class VI, ISO 10993 approved grades
Sterilizable under autoclave, radiation, and EtO gas
HEALTHCARE SPECIALTY THERMOPLASTICS
reSound™ R
Recycled
Formulations
PA6, PA66, PC
Transportation, Consumer,
Household Appliance,
Electrical & Electronics,
PA grades: Up to 100% recycled content
PC grades: Up to 70% recycled content
PIR and PCR grades available
Support the circular economy
Comparable performance to prime grades
Customizable solution
Surround™ ABS, PP, PBT, PC, PA 66 Transportation, Electrical
Integrated EMI/RFI shielding
Long fiber technology
Conductive properties
Galvanic corrosion protection
Lightweighting and ease of processing
Stat-Tech™
ABS, PA, PC, PC/ABS,
PC/PSU, PEEK, PEI,
PES, PP, PPA
Transportation, Electrical
Integrated EMI/RFI shielding
Conductive properties
Anti-static/dissipative properties
Corrosion resistance
Lightweighting and ease of processing
Clean room materials for semiconductors available
Therma-Tech™ LCP, PA, PEEK, PP,
PPA, PPS Consumer, Transportation
Thermally conductive
Low coefficient of thermal expansion
SPECIALTY ENGINEERED THERMOPLASTICS
Barricade™
Elastomers
with Fortrex™
Technology
Barricade™ high-performance
elastomers bring next genera-
tion technology to market to
bridge the gap between tradi-
tional TPEs and silicone
Healthcare, Industrial
Aerospace, Appliances,
Electronics
High temperature compression set
Processes on thermoplastic injection molding
and extrusion equipment
Customizable and colorable
Process simplicity
CROSSLINKABLE ELASTOMERS
Barricade formulations leverage licensed Fortrex™ technology.
Transportation,
Building & Construction,
Electrical & Electronics,
Industrial, Wire & Cable
High heat resistance
Automotive approved grades
Excellent compression set
Flame resistant grades
Excellent weatherability
reSound™ OM
Bio-based
Thermoplastic
Elastomers
reSound™ OM TPEs are based
on biopolymers derived from
sugarcane utilizing 35 to 50
percent bio-renewable content
Consumer,
Transportation, Industrial
Sustainably resourced
Recycled content
Bio derived content
Strength and durability
Impact resistance
Pre-color solutions
reSound™ R
Recycled
Thermoplastic
Elastomers*
reSound™ R VX post-industrial
recycle (PIR) and post-consumer
recycle (PCR) TPEs help brand
owners create sustainable end-
user products, with formulations
utilizing 25 and 40 percent
recycled content.
Consumer, Packaging,
Healthcare, Electrical &
Electronics, Appliance
Clear and heat resistant TPEs
Ultra clear grades
Ultra soft TPE gels, 30 shore OO
FDA, USP Class VI, ISO 10993 approved grades
NSF and UL listings
Sterilizable under autoclave, radiation, and EtO gas
GLS™ THERMOPLASTIC ELASTOMERS
* Commercially available in North America only
NAME BASE RESIN(S) AVAILABLE FEATURES1
ECCOH™ Polyolefin
Flame retardant, low smoke and fume, zero halogen (LSFOH)
Cross-linkable grades
Chemical, oil, and gel resistant
Flexible, low friction, easy-peel, and high speed processing
Compatible with Avient additives and color masterbatches
FireCon™ CPE, CPE Alloy
Low and medium voltage cable jacketing
Flame retardant and 90°C deformation resistance
Oil resistance
RoHS grades available
Maxxam™ FR PE, PP UL Yellow Card for plenum applications
Halogen-free flame retardant grades available
Maxxam™ SY Foamable PP co-polymer
Easy processing
Variety of final densities available
Syncure™ XLPE
High performance moisture cure technology
UL bulletinized XHHW2 and VW1
Temperature, abrasion, and oil resistant
WIRE AND CABLE SPECIALTY THERMOPLASTICS
To learn more, please visit avient.com
or call +1.844.4AVIENT (+1.844.428.4368).
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-08/fiber-solutions-business-unit-overview-2020.pdf
The product
portfolio covers an extensive selection of quality Masterbatches, either in
PET, PBT, or PA, specially formulated to meet various demands.
Product range
• A comprehensive selection of colors
and color indices
• SPDs are produced at various concentrations
to meet customer requirements
• Good spinnability
• Full dispersion
• Excellent tinting strength
• Maximum fastness properties
• Lot-to-lot consistency
• Carriers: PET, PBT, PA 6, PP
• Continuous filaments (POY, FDY, HOY, BCF)
CUSTOM COLORS
Our pilot spinning plants are capable of producing
a full range of yarn counts, to match custom colors
and offer bespoke color options.
Good spinnability
• Full dispersion
• Excellent tinting strength
• Maximum fastness properties
• Lot-to-lot consistency
• Carriers: PET, PBT, PA 6, PP
• Continuous filaments (POY, FDY, HOY, BCF)
Special Products
Our portfolio includes
color formulations
for high-tenacity
yarn applications.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-09/Color _ Additive Masterbatches for E_E Application Bulletin_A4.pdf
Colorants & Additives
for Electrical & Electronic Applications
IEC 60695-2, known as the Glow Wire test, and
UL 94 are established standards in the Electrical
& Electronics industry that ensure plastic parts
in electrical and electronic components have
been tested for fire resistance in support of safer
consumer products.
Avient offers UL 94 compliant concentrates and
flame retardant solutions which meet the latest
UL 94 and Glow Wire fire standards, while also
considering technical requirements, coloration
options and cost efficiency.
OnColor™ UL 94 Colorants*
• More than 2,000 recognized concentrates
available worldwide in all color options
• HB rating for most of PP, PS, ABS, PC/ABS, PBT,
PA, PA-GF, TPU generic resins
• V-0, V-1, V-2 and 5VA/5VB ratings for more than
200 specific engineering resins
• Master file of recognized concentrates with
scope of use accessible in the UL product finder
• Development of custom products for specific
resins upon request
• Compliance Letters available for REACH and
RoHS
Cesa™ Flame Retardant Additives
for Glow Wire
• Fire performance in line with different levels of
Glow Wire temperatures (IEC 60695-2-12)
• Let-Down Ratio adjustable to reach different
levels of Glow Wire temperatures
• Non-halogen (in accordance with IEC 61249-
2-21) and non-HBCD** solutions
• Wide range of solutions adapted to different
polymers (PP, PS, PC)
• Color and flame retardants can be combined
in one product
• Compliance Letters available for REACH
and RoHS
APPLICATION BULLETIN
* Solutions also sold as Renol™ UL 94 Colorants
APPLICATION
POLYMER
GWFI
TEMPERATURE
TYPICAL
LET-DOWN RATIO CONTENT
HIPS 750–960°C 5–10% Non-HBCD
flame retardant**
PC 850–960°C 2–4% Non-halogen in accordance
with IEC 61249-2-21
PP homopolymer 850–960°C 4% Non-halogen in accordance
with IEC 61249-2-21
PP copolymer 850–960°C 4–8% Antioxidant - metal
deactivator
** Non-HBCD means that Hexabromocyclododecane (HBCD) is neither used as starting material during the mixing phase of our products nor
intentionally added during production, but it cannot be excluded that it is not present at level of ubiquitous traces in any of the raw materials
used in manufacturing of our products.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-03/Alternatives to Nylon 6_6 Brochure %281%29.pdf
Did you know that with the right formulation, you can achieve
properties that are as good or better than that of PA 6,6 using materials such as PA 6, PK, PBT/PET, PP,
polymer blends and even post-industrial recycled blends?
HOW ALTERNATIVE
POLYMERS COMPARE
TO PA 6,6
PA 6 | POSSIBLE APPLICATIONS:
Automotive, Industrial, Consumer & Sporting Goods
Wider processing temperature range
Better surface quality
Better weathering resistance
Shorter conditioning time—nearly half that of PA 6,6
Lower temperature resistance
Slightly lower chemical resistance
Higher water absorption
Lower stiffness/wear resistance
PK | POSSIBLE APPLICATIONS:
Automotive, Consumer & Sporting Goods, Industrial,
Electrical & Electronics
Lower CO2 emissions in production
Better hydrolysis and chemical resistance
Comparable dimensional stability
Inherently lubricious for reduced wear and friction
Easier to mold
Cost competitive
Lower short- and long-term thermal performance
Harder to color
More limited process window
PBT/PET | POSSIBLE APPLICATIONS:
Electrical & Electronics
Lower water absorption
Slightly higher rigidity/stiffness (for PBT)
Better abrasion resistance
Slightly better electric resistance
Lower toughness properties
Higher density
Lower short- and long-term temperature resistance
Lower hydrolysis resistance
PP | POSSIBLE APPLICATIONS:
Automotive, Consumer Goods,
Lightweighting Applications
Lower water absorption
Slightly better chemical resistance
Lower density
Cost effective
Fiber reinforced PP can achieve similar or
better mechanical properties to PA 6,6 GF30
Reduced rigidity/stiffness
Much lower abrasion resistance
Lower electric resistance
Reduced short- and long-term temperature
resistance
PC/PBT & PC/PET BLENDS |
POSSIBLE APPLICATIONS: Automotive Interiors,
Consumer Goods, Household Appliances
Higher impact strength
Good scratch resistance
Good wear resistance
Lower mechanical properties
Higher brittleness
Narrow processing temperature range
PA 6,6/PET BLENDS |
POSSIBLE APPLICATIONS: Automotive, Industrial,
Appliance, Electrical & Electronics, Applications Where
Low Water Absorption is Required
Reduced water absorption—up to 40%
Slightly higher mechanical properties in the conditioned state
Slightly lower temperature resistance
Slightly lower chemical resistance
Narrow processing temperature range
PA/PP BLENDS | POSSIBLE APPLICATIONS:
Automotive Interiors, Electronics,
Consumer & Sporting Goods
Good adhesion to polyolefin-based TPEs
Low permeability of water
Good processability
Lower density
Lower temperature resistance
Lower mechanical properties
POST-INDUSTRIAL RECYCLED SOLUTIONS
(PA 6,6/PA 6/PP) |
POSSIBLE APPLICATIONS: Automotive Accessories,
Industrial, Consumer & Sporting Goods
Between 50-80% recycled content
Good processability
Cost effective
Reduced chemical resistance
Wider range of mechanical specifications
Potential for slightly lower mechanical properties
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UNDER-ARMOR RIPCORD
Slices easily through armor
Swellable, non-wicking, available in colors
This design and rendering were produced by
Avient Design for conceptual purposes.
SOLUTIONS FOR FIBER OPTIC CABLE
Engineered Fibers, Color & Additives, Specialty Engineered Materials
BINDER YARN
Flat, low-profile
Highly absorbent (up to 65x its weight)
BUFFER TUBE SWELLABLE YARN
Cleaner than gel
Highly absorbent
WATER SWELLABLE FRP
Non-corrosive, non-conductive,
No flaking or shedding
Overcoat and upjacketing available
STRENGTH MEMBER
Aramid or fiberglass yarn
Processes cleanly with minimal dust
UNDER-SHEATH RIPCORD
Swellable, non-wicking
Available in colors for easy identificationLASER MARKING ADDITIVES
Provide good contrast in black outer
jacket for outdoor exposure
JACKET
Color formulations for PVC, PE, TPU, TPC
UV protective additives
Non-halogenated colors for LSFOH
LSFOH UV formulations for high flame
retardancy, chemical and UV resistance, low COF
TPE
Polyamide, custom polyolefins
LOOSE TUBES, TIGHT BUFFERS AND
MICRO-MODULES
LSFOH UV formulations for improved processing
speeds, strippability & gel resistance
Customized formulations:
PBT
PP
TPE
Color formulations for polyamide, PBT, LSFOH , TPE,
TPC (Thermoplastic Copolyester)
Laser marking additives
https://www.avient.com/products/fiber-line-engineered-fiber-solutions/fiber-line-engineered-fiber-products/ripcords-fiber-optic-cable
https://www.avient.com/products/fiber-line-engineered-fiber-solutions/fiber-line-engineered-fiber-products/water-blocking-absorbing-yarn
https://www.avient.com/products/fiber-line-engineered-fiber-solutions/fiber-line-engineered-fiber-products/water-blocking-absorbing-yarn
https://www.avient.com/products/fiber-line-engineered-fiber-solutions/fiber-line-engineered-fiber-products/fiber-reinforced-polymer
https://www.avient.com/products/fiber-line-engineered-fiber-solutions/fiber-line-engineered-fiber-products/strength-members
https://www.avient.com/products/fiber-line-engineered-fiber-solutions/fiber-line-engineered-fiber-products/ripcords-fiber-optic-cable
https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-additives/performance-enhancement-additives/oncap-laser-marking-additives
https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-additives/uv-and-light-blocking-additives/oncap-uv-stabilizer-additives
https://www.avient.com/products/thermoplastic-elastomers/onflex-thermoplastic-elastomers
https://www.avient.com/products/engineered-polymer-formulations/general-engineered-formulations
https://www.avient.com/products/engineered-polymer-formulations/general-engineered-formulations/bergadur-polyester-formulations
https://www.avient.com/products/engineered-polymer-formulations/general-engineered-formulations
https://www.avient.com/products/thermoplastic-elastomers/onflex-thermoplastic-elastomers
https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-additives/performance-enhancement-additives/oncap-laser-marking-additives
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-11/SEM Selection Guide.pdf
NAME BASE RESIN(S) TARGET MARKETS/
Artisan™
Pre-Colored
Thermoplastics
ABS, PA
Powersports,
Lawn & Garden, Marine,
Electronics,
Home Appliances,
Cosmetic Packaging
Customizable pre-color solutions
Scratch & mar resistance
Weatherability & UV resistance
High impact resistance
Simplifies processing/replaces paint
Tailored temperature performance range: -20°C to 105°C
Bergadur™ Polyester
Formulations PBT Transportation, Consumer,
Industrial
High strength
Good creep rupture strength
Good chemical and heat resistance
Low friction and good abrasion resistance
Complēt™ Long Fiber
Reinforced Structural
Thermoplastics/
OnForce™ Long
Glass Fiber Reinforced
Polypropylene Composites
PA, PK, PP, PPA, PPS,
TPU
Consumer,
Transportation, Industrial
Long fiber technology
Elevated impact and mechanical properties at
room temperature
Increased performance at temperature extremes
Excellent creep and fatigue resistance
Glass and carbon fiber filled options
Lubricated, fire retardant, and pre-colored options
PK-based formulations offer reduced carbon footprint
as a result of the base resin
Recycled grades formulated with up to 100% post-
industrial recycled (PIR) or post-consumer recycled
(PCR) content
Edgetek™ Engineered
Polymer Formulations
ABS, LCP, PA, PC, PC/
ABS, PC/PBT, PC/PET,
PC/PSU, PEEK, PES,
PEI, POM, PPA, PPS,
PSU
Transportation,
Consumer, Industrial,
Telecommunications,
Strength and durability
Chemical and temperature resistance
High impact resistance
Weatherability
Flame retardant grades: UL 94 V-0, V-1, V-2, and 5VA
Low-density grades for weight reduction
5G properties – customizable Dk/Df and 3D/LDS
solutions
Edgetek™ REC PC
Recycled Polycarbonate
Solutions
PC
Electrical & Electronics,
Consumer Goods,
Contain 25–70% PIR or PCR content
Comparable performance to prime PC formulations
Edgetek™ PKE
Polyketone
PK
Electrical & Electronics,
Industrial, Consumer,
Excellent chemical resistance
Good strength, durability and dimensional stability
Pre-colored formulations
Non-halogen, flame retardant performance
to UL 94 V-0
Reduced carbon footprint compared to PA6 and PA66
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Gravi-Tech™ Density
Modified Formulations PA, TPU, TPE, PBT Consumer,
Transportation, Industrial
Customized density, from 1.5 to 11 gm/cm3
Broad modulus and strength: flexible to rigid
Chemical and corrosion resistance
Alternative to lead and other traditional dense metals
Suitable for metallization and electroplating
Low-shrinkage grades available
Gravi-Tech™ BIO
Bio-based Formulations Bio-based PP
Cosmetic Caps &
Closures, Perfume Caps,
Spirit Bottle Caps,
Luxury Boxes,
Handles & Knobs
Customized density, from 1.5 to 11 gm/cm3
Formulated with partially bio-based resin from
renewable plant sources
Achieve equivalent performance to prime density
modified solutions
Gravi-Tech™ REC Recycled
Formulations rPP, rABS, rPA
Cosmetic Caps &
Closures, Perfume Caps,
Spirit Bottle Caps,
Luxury Boxes,
Handles & Knobs
Based on recycled resin and/or filler from
PIR and/or PCR sources
Achieve equivalent performance to prime density
modified solutions
LubriOne™ Internally
Lubricated Formulations/
LubriOne™ PKE Polyketone
PA, PBT, PC, PEEK,
PEI, PK, POM, PP, PPA,
PPS, PS
Transportation,
Electrical & Electronics,
Industrial
Low coefficient of friction
Self-lubricating
Chemical, wear, and corrosion resistance
PK-based formulations can offer a reduced carbon
footprint compared to PA6, PA66 and POM
Grades avoiding the use of fluorinated lubricants such
as PTFE are available
Maxxam™
Polyolefin Formulations PP
Consumer, Transportation,
Electrical & Electronics,
Homopolymer and co-polymer grades
Optional additives: UV, heat stabilizers
Standard grades available in natural and black
Maxxam™ BIO
Bio-Based Polyolefin
PP
Consumer, Transportation,
Electrical & Electronics,
Industrial
Formulated with 10–50% bio-content including
bio-based resin and/or filler
Bio-filler from sources including olive seed powder,
recycled coffee grounds, cellulose fiber
Achieves equivalent performance to standard
polyolefin formulations
Maxxam™ FR Flame
Retardant Polyolefin
PE, PP
Consumer, Transportation,
Electrical & Electronics,
Industrial, Energy
Flame retardant grades: UL 94 V-0, V-1, V-2, and 5VA
Elevated UL RTI ratings
Halogen-free flame retardant grades available
Maxxam™ REC
Recycled Polyolefin
PP
Consumer, Transportation,
Electrical & Electronics,
Formulated with 25–100% recycled resin from
PIR and PCR sources
Achieves equivalent performance to standard
polyolefin formulations
Nymax™/Bergamid™
Polymer Formulations
PA 6, 66, 612, 12,
co-polymers
Transportation,
Building & Construction,
Toughened grades: medium and high impact
Optional additives: heat stabilized, lubricated, impact
modified, nucleated
Standard grades available in natural and black
Pre-colored solutions available
Nymax™ BIO Bio-based
Polyamide Solutions Bio-based PA
Transportation,
Consumer Goods,
Industrial,
Building & Construction
Formulated with 16–47% natural filler, reducing
the carbon footprint
Excellent surface appearance and colorability
Lower warpage compared with PA66 glass
fiber-filled materials
Equivalent performance to PA66 glass
fiber-filled materials
Excellent dimensional stability and property retention
rate after water uptake
Nymax™ REC Recycled
Nylon Formulations PA6, PA66
Transportation, Consumer,
Household Appliances,
Electrical & Electronics,
Contains 20–100% recycled content
PIR and PCR grades available
Support the circular economy
Comparable performance to prime grades
Super tough formulations available
Customizable solution
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NEUSoft™ Thermoplastic
Polyurethanes and
NEU™ Custom Capabilities
PEBA, TPU, PA 11,
PA 12, PP, PE, TPE
Radiopacifiers, stabilizers, and surface modifiers
Antimicrobial technologies
Pre-colored formulations
Small lot capabilities
Short lead times
Trilliant™ HC Healthcare
ABS, LCP, PA, PA 6,
PA 66, PC, PC/ABS,
PC/PSU, PEBA, PEEK,
PES, PK, POM, PPA,
PSU
Certified to USP Class VI
Formulations locked down
Drug master file submissions by product stewardship
Pre-colored, small lot production down to 50 lb–250 lb
Sterilization, chemical resistance, and secondary process guidance
Adherence to FDM-GMP manufacturing standards
Antimicrobial technologies
Materials for radiation shielding protection
PK-based formulations offer reduced carbon footprint as a result of the base resin
Versaflex™ HC
Thermoplastic Elastomers TPE
Overmolding
Clear and heat resistant
Ultra clear grades
Ultra soft TPE gels, 30 Shore OO
FDA, USP Class VI, ISO 10993 approved grades
Sterilizable under autoclave, radiation, and EtO gas
Extrusion, injection, and blow moldable
Bio-based formulations available
HEALTHCARE SPECIALTY FORMULATIONS
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PREPERM™
Low-Loss Dielectric
PPE, PBT, ABS, PP Telecommunications,
Stable and controlled dielectric performance
Ultra-low transmission loss at mmWave frequencies
up to 220 GHz
Dielectric constant (Dk) range spanning 2.55 to 23
Stat-Tech™
Static Dissipative
& Electrically Conductive
ABS, PA, PC, PC/ABS,
PC/PSU, PEEK, PEI,
PES, PP, PPA
Transportation,
Integrated EMI/RFI shielding
Conductive properties
Anti-static/dissipative properties
Corrosion resistance
Lightweighting and ease of processing
Clean room materials for semiconductors available
TPE grades are available (see page 6)
Surround™
EMI/RFI Shielding
ABS, PP, PBT, PC,
PA 66
Transportation,
Integrated EMI/RFI shielding
Long fiber technology
Conductive properties
Galvanic corrosion protection
Lightweighting and ease of processing
Therma-Tech™
Thermally Conductive
LCP, PA, PEEK, PP,
PPA, PPS Consumer, Transportation
Thermally conductive
Low coefficient of thermal expansion
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ECCOH™ Low Smoke
and Fume Non-Halogen
PE, PP, TPE, EVA
Flame retardant, low smoke and fume, non-halogen (LSFOH)
Flexible, low friction, easy-peel, and high-speed processing
Compatible with Avient colorants and additives
ECCOH™ XL Cross-Linkable
Solutions XLPE
Enhances the performance of traditional ECCOH LSFOH solutions
Improved oil, chemical and UV resistance, mechanical performance,
or operating temperature
FireCon™ CPE Insulation
Jacketing Formulations CPE, CPE alloy
Low and medium voltage cable jacketing
Flame retardant and 90°C deformation resistance
Oil resistance
RoHS grades available
Maxxam™ FR
Flame Retardant
Polyolefin Formulations
PE, PP UL Yellow Card for plenum applications
Halogen-free flame retardant grades available
Maxxam™ SY
Foamable Flame Retardant
Foamable PP
co-polymer
Easy processing
Variety of final densities available
Syncure™ XLPE
Cross-linkable
Polyethylene Formulations
XLPE
Low and medium voltage formulations
High performance moisture cure technology
UL bulletinized XHHW2 and VW1
Temperature, abrasion, and oil resistant
Formulations available without DBDPE
Resistant to electrical breakdown
WIRE AND CABLE SPECIALTY THERMOPLASTICS
NAME TARGET MARKETS/APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE FEATURES1
OnFlex™
Thermoplastic
Transportation, Building & Construction,
Electrical & Electronics, Industrial,
Wire & Cable
Low odor solutions
UV stabilization
High heat resistance
Automotive approved grades
Excellent compression set
Flame resistant grades
Excellent weatherability
Formulations with imbedded antimicrobial additives
reSound™ BIO
Thermoplastic
Consumer, Transportation, Industrial
Biopolymers sustainably sourced from plant-based raw materials
Utilizing 35–75% bio-renewable content
Strength and durability
Impact resistance
Pre-colored solutions
reSound™ REC
Recycled Content
Thermoplastic
Personal Care Products,
Lawn & Garden Tools, Outdoor Goods,
Office Supplies, Footwear,
Houseware Durables,
Consumer Electronics, Automotive
PIR & PCR formulations utilizing 9–83% recycled content
PCR grades formulated with recycled ocean plastics,
food packaging, engine oil, or polyvinyl butyral (PVB)
PCR grade suitable for use in specific food-contact
applications
Supports the circular economy
Can be overmolded to PP, PC, ABS, PC/AB
Comparable performance to traditional TPEs
reSound™
Ultra-Low
Carbon Footprint
Thermoplastics
Personal Care, Household Appliances,
Consumer Packaging,
Consumer Electronics
Formulated to achieve a negative, neutral or low product carbon
footprint (PCF)
Industry-first cradle-to-gate PCF range between -0.46 and -0.02 in kg
CO2 equivalent/kg product
Opaque natural appearance
Easily colorable
Comparable performance to traditional TPEs
Can be overmolded to PP or PE
Stat-Tech™ TPE
Static Dissipative
& Electrically
Conductive
Thermoplastic
Automotive, Industrial, Conveyor Belts
& Controls, ADAS Systems,
Electronic Devices
Electrical resistivity range from 10 to 10¹⁰ Ω
Hardness range from 40–85 Shore A
Protects critical electrical components from EMI/RFI and reduces static
build-up
Simplifies manufacturing
Overmolds directly onto polymer substrates
Meets regulatory compliance requirements of ATEX and ESD, and food contact
compliance grades are available
Versaflex™ and
Versaflex™ HC
Thermoplastic
Consumer, Packaging, Healthcare,
Electrical & Electronics, Appliances,
Medical Tubing, Protective Films
Vibration damping grades
Clear and heat resistant TPEs
Ultra clear grades
Ultra soft TPE gels, 30 Shore OO
FDA, USP Class VI, ISO 10993 approved grades
NSF and UL listings
Sterilizable under autoclave, radiation, and EtO gas
Extrusion, injection, and blow moldable
Formulations with imbedded antimicrobial additive
Bio-based formulations for healthcare available
GLS™ THERMOPLASTIC ELASTOMERS
Lightweighting
Complēt™ Long Fiber Reinforced Structural Thermoplastics
Edgetek™ LD Low Density Formulations
LubriOne™ Internally Lubricated Formulations
OnForce™ Long Glass Fiber Reinforced Polypropylene Composites
Stat-Tech™ Static Dissipative & Electrically Conductive Formulations
Surround™ EMI/RFI Shielding Formulations
Therma-Tech™ Thermally Conductive Formulations
Human Health & Safety NEUSoft™ Thermoplastic Polyurethanes
Versaflex™ HC Thermoplastic Elastomers
Reduced Energy Use Artisan™ Pre-Colored Thermoplastics
Versaflex™ Non-Blooming TPEs for Consumer Electronics
VOC Reduction
OnFlex™ LO Thermoplastic Elastomers
Versaflex™ Low Adhesive Build-up TPE for Protective Film Tack Layer
Versaflex™ PF Tack Layer for Surface Protective Films
Recycle Solutions
Complēt™ REC Long Fiber Reinforced Structural Thermoplastics
Edgetek™ REC PC Recycled Polycarbonate Solutions
Gravi-Tech™ REC Recycled Formulations
Maxxam™ REC Recycled Polyolefin Formulations
Nymax™ REC Recycled Nylon Formulations
reSound™ REC Recycled Content Thermoplastic Elastomer
Biopolymers
Gravi-Tech™ BIO Bio-based Formulations
Maxxam™ BIO Bio-based Polyolefin Formulations
Nymax™ BIO Bio-based Polyamide Solutions
reSound™ BIO Thermoplastic Elastomers
Versaflex™ HC BIO Thermoplastic Elastomers
Eco-conscious
Complēt™ PKE Long Fiber Reinforced Structural Polyketone Thermoplastics
Edgetek™ PKE Polyketone Formulations
Edgetek™ Solutions for Laser Welding
LubriOne™ PKE Polyketone Formulations
Gravi-Tech™ Lead Replacement Formulations
reSound™ Ultra-Low Carbon Footprint Thermoplastics Elastomers
Trilliant™ HC Healthcare Polyketone-based Thermoplastics
Trilliant™ XR Lead Replacement Thermoplastics
Sustainable Infrastructure
ECCOH™ Low Smoke and Fume Non-Halogen Formulations
ECCOH™ XL Cross-linkable Solutions
Edgetek™ Formulations for 5G
Maxxam™ FR Flame Retardant Polyolefin Formulations
PREPERM™ Low-Loss Dielectric Thermoplastics
Syncure™ XLPE Cross-linkable Polyethylene Formulations
SPECIALTY ENGINEERED FORMULATIONS
THAT SUPPORT SUSTAINABILITY
SPECIALTY
ENGINEERED
MATERIALS
FOCUS MARKETS
Our product portfolio offers customizable
solutions to serve a full range of markets,
including:
Building & Construction
Consumer
Energy
Healthcare
Packaging
Telecommunications
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