1 “Fillers and Reinforcements” in Plastics Additives, R. Talc can, however, make scratches more visible in a highly filled compound; submicron talcs, surface-treated talcs, and anti-scratch additives can mitigate this effect. In addition, a plastic part may soften, bend, or expand under certain conditions, particularly under a load at an elevated temperature.

1 “Fillers and Reinforcements” in Plastics Additives, R. Talc can, however, make scratches more visible in a highly filled compound; submicron talcs, surface-treated talcs, and anti-scratch additives can mitigate this effect. In addition, a plastic part may soften, bend, or expand under certain conditions, particularly under a load at an elevated temperature.

1 “Fillers and Reinforcements” in Plastics Additives, R. Talc can, however, make scratches more visible in a highly filled compound; submicron talcs, surface-treated talcs, and anti-scratch additives can mitigate this effect. In addition, a plastic part may soften, bend, or expand under certain conditions, particularly under a load at an elevated temperature.

1 “Fillers and Reinforcements” in Plastics Additives, R. Talc can, however, make scratches more visible in a highly filled compound; submicron talcs, surface-treated talcs, and anti-scratch additives can mitigate this effect. In addition, a plastic part may soften, bend, or expand under certain conditions, particularly under a load at an elevated temperature.

1 “Fillers and Reinforcements” in Plastics Additives, R. Talc can, however, make scratches more visible in a highly filled compound; submicron talcs, surface-treated talcs, and anti-scratch additives can mitigate this effect. In addition, a plastic part may soften, bend, or expand under certain conditions, particularly under a load at an elevated temperature.

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Progress on TRA Plan ­ Creation Targets CAS RN Substance Name Quantity Years Description of Target 117­81­7 Bis(2­ethylhexyl) phthalate No quantity target No timeline target 85­44­9 Phthalic anhydride No quantity target No timeline target Progress on TRA Plan ­ Additional Actions Were there any additional actions outside the plan taken during the reporting period to reduce the use and/or creation of the substance? Describe any additional actions that were taken during the reporting period to achieve the plan's objectives Provide a public summary of the description of the additional action taken Yes Bis (2­ethylhexyl) Phtalate (DEHP) is a plasticizer and component in the manufacturing of pelletized plastic compounds, mostly for use in the manufacture of wire and cable insulation (wire jackets).  Progress on TRA Plan ­ Reductions due to additional actions taken Reductions due to additional actions taken Quantity Does the facility have a documented pollution prevention plan?

Avient engineered a new customized formulation for the part, which provided both the processability required for extremely short cycle injection-compression molding, as well as including an additive to stabilize the material when in contact with copper. This additive protects the door from cracking as it comes into contact with copper particles over time. In addition, the new material also provides anti-static properties and low VOC levels, which helps the system adhere to regulations such as the Vehicle Interior Air Quality (VIAQ) standard.