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Thermoplastic structural composites give you greater design freedom.
Thermoplastic structural composites give you greater design freedom.
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KENT ELASTOMERS
For more information on this initiative, please see our FAQs.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-03/Alternatives to Nylon 6_6 Brochure %281%29.pdf
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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amber)
Antistatic ready-to-
use solution for PP,
ABS, PC/ABS
Permanent/non-migrating;
fast decay time independent
of % relative humidity
Gamma/e-beam
sterilization
protection of the
polymer
Preserving the properties of
PP and COC/COP; reduction
in yellowing using Color
Compensation Technology (CCT)
Reduced material
consumption/cycle
time—nucleation
Fast acting new generation
nucleant for PE and PP; improved
thermal and mechanical properties
allows wall thinning; reduction of
tolerance/dimensional problems
between different colors
Laser marking
replacing ink
printing/labels
Solvent-free, high-speed
identification for Nd/YAG laser
for PE,PP, ABS, PC, POM
Antioxidants for
PE, PP, TPE
Thermal protection during
converting/downstream sterilization
Brand protection/
anticounterfeit Covert and non-covert systems
Healthcare use limitations apply—see below.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-12/Mevopur Healthcare Functional Additives Pharma Pkg Application Bulletin.pdf
Reduction in yellowing using
Color Compensation Technology (CCT)
Reduced material
consumption/cycle
time/improved
properties—nucleation
Fast acting new generation
nucleant for PE and PP; improved
dimensional stability, thermal
and mechanical properties
Laser marking replacing
ink printing/labels
Solvent-free, high-speed identification
for Nd/YAG laser
Antiblock for
PE/PP film
Non-migrating additive system
maintaining high gloss and printability
Antioxidants for
PE, PP, TPE
Thermal protection during converting/
downstream sterilization
Brand protection/
anticounterfeit Range of covert and non-covert systems
Volatiles/odor absorber
for PE/PP
Physical absorption of a wide range
of molecules responsible for odor,
VOC and potential extractables/
leachables in plastics
Healthcare use limitations apply—see below.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-08/bottle-optimization-brochure-8.5x11.pdf
We offer additives, TPE liners and
overmolding to help define high-performance caps and
closures that provide both functionality and shelf appeal.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-08/Automotive General Design Technology Guide.pdf
COLOR EFFECTS SUGGESTED
(please click on link below
IP Components
Door Trim
Console
Seat Back Panel
Talc-Filled PP/
TPO
Metallic
Metallic
(larger flakes - mimics paint)
Granite
Granite
(specks)
Marble
Lower Pillars
Quarter Trim Panel
Seat Side Shield
PP (unfilled)
Granite
Granite
(specks)
OnColor REC Colorants
(seat shields)
Marble
Upper Pillar Trim
Grab Handles
Headliner
TPO
Bright Colors
(grab handles)
Granite
(fibers - minimal pillars)
Shifter Knobs TPU
Metallic
Laser Marking
Granite
Marble
COLOR EFFECTS SUGGESTED
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Door Trim Pull Cup
Console Cupholder Bezels
Console Decorative Bezels/
Trim Rings
ABS
Metallic
(bright chromatic colors)
Metallic
Marble
Laser Marking
(pattern on metallic)
Shade Mirrors
Rearview Mirror
Overhead Console
Bin Tray
PC+ABS
Marble
Granite
Headrest Guides HDPE Metallic
Bin & Pullcup Mats
Cupholders
Overmolding
TPE
Laser Marking
Marble
Granite
Sun Visor Vanity Frame
Door Handle Bezels
Switch Bezels
Armrest Pullcup
GF PA Metallic
A/C Vent Vanes
Door Handle
Seat Handle
Carpet Clips
GF PA
Metallic
Granite
COLOR EFFECTS SUGGESTED
(please click on link below
Lower Pillars
Quarter Trim Panel
Seat Side Shield
POM
Metallic
Metallic
Granite
Bezels
Lenses
PMMA Translucent/Tint/Fluorescent
Bezels
Lenses
ASA Light Diffusion
Exterior Badging
Exterior Mirrors
ASA
Metallic
Laser Marking
Metallic
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Solutions that
Support the
Circular Economy
REDUCED ENERGY USE
CESA™ Dry Additives
CESA™ Release Additives
OnCap™ CTR Process Optimization
ColorMatrix™ Joule™ & Smartheat™ Infrared Absorber
Specialty Low Cure Inks
SiteCool™ Infrared Absorption Technologies
BIO-DERIVED CONTENT
reSound™ OM Bio-Derived Thermoplastic Elastomers
reFlex™ Bio-Derived Plasticizer
OnCap™ Bio Additives
OnColor™ Bio Colorants
reSound™ Natural Fiber Reinforced Formulations
LIGHTWEIGHTING
Glasforms™ Pultrusion Technologies
Polystrand™ Continuous Fiber Composites
IMPROVED RECYCABILITY
CESA™ IR Black Additives
CESA™ Extend Additives
ColorMatrix™ Lactra™ SX Light Blocking Additive for PET
ColorMatrix™ Ultimate™ UV Light Barrier
ColorMatrix™ Capture™ Oxygen Scavenger for PET
ColorMatrix™ Triple A™ Acetaldehyde Scavenging Additives
ColorMatrix™ Reprize™ IV Builder for PET
OnColor™ IR Sortable Black for Recyclable Packaging
Bergadur™ Post-Industrial Recycled Content Polyester
Formulations
Nymax™ PIR Post-Industrial Recycled Nylon Formulations
Maxxam™ FR Flame Retardant Polyolefin Formulations
Predictions
Gartner predicts circular economies will replace linear economies in 10 years,
noting that supply chain leaders must adapt to circular models in order to
keep up in a marketplace with a growing emphasis on sustainability.
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Keep your energy and sports drinks high performing with packaging having UV protection and our TPE cap liners for hot fill applications.
Deliver the great taste and nutrients that your consumers demand by using packaging with UV protection and TPE cap liners for hot fill applications.
Keep your energy and sports drinks high performing with packaging having UV protection and our TPE cap liners for hot fill applications.
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MATERIAL
SOLUTION DESCRIPTION KEY CHARACTERISTICS POTENTIAL
APPLICATIONS
Hammerhead™ FR
Flame Retardant
Industry-first flame retardant
thermoplastic composite panels
that meet ASTM E84 Class A
standards for flame spread and
smoke developed and passed
NFPA 286 corner room burn testing
• Excellent flame performance
• Moisture, UV, corrosion, impact,
and rot resistant
• Lightweight structural integrity
• Reduce labor cost and time
• Interior Wall, Floor &
Ceiling Panel Systems
• Garage Doors
• Exterior Sheathing
• Siding & Cladding
• Kitchen Cabinetry
Hammerhead™
and Polystrand™
Composite Panels
Thermoplastic composite
panels constructed with
Polystrand™ continuous fiber
laminates thermally bonded to
thermoplastic foam or
honeycomb cores
• Moisture, UV, corrosion, impact,
and rot resistant
• Lightweight structural integrity
• Reduce labor cost and time
• Garage Doors
• Interior Entry Doors
• Interior Wall, Floor &
Ceiling Panel Systems
• Exterior Sheathing
• Siding & Cladding
• Kitchen Cabinetry
Polystrand™
Continuous Fiber
Tapes & Laminates
High strength unidirectional
(UD) glass fibers combined with
thermoplastic resins available in
unidirectional tapes or multi-ply
laminates
• High strength and stiffness
• Enables impact resistance
• Formulations available to meet
ASTM E84 Class A and Class B
flame/smoke rating
• Composite Deckng
• Roofing Systems
GlasArmor™
Ballistic
Resistant Panels
Ballistic protection constructed
from layers of 0°/90° woven
E-glass fiber reinforcements
with a proprietary thermoset
resin system
• UL 752 Level 1–3 compliant
• Less than 25% the weight of
comparable steel panel
• 1-hr fire rating per ASTM E119*
• Safe/Panic Rooms
• Garage Doors
ThermoBallistic™
Thermoplastic
Panels
Industry-first thermoplastic
ballistic resistant panels thermally
formed with layers of 0°/90° UD
E-glass fiber reinforcements and
polyolefin-based resin systems
• UL 752 Level 3 compliant
• Extremely lightweight
• Moisture, UV, and corrosion
resistant
• Safe/Panic Rooms
• Garage Doors
* UL Level 3 panel was fire tested as part of a wall system with steel studs and drywall facesheet