https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-07/Avient-2022-Sustainability-Report.pdf
NEW at Avient
In 2022, Avient launched new technologies and ser vices designed to enable the sustainability
commitments set by our customers in the packaging market, including:
ColorMatrix™ Ultimate™ UV Light Barrier for PET effectively blocks ultraviolet light transmission,
protecting product integrity, without impacting the circularity.
Ultimate is recognized by the
Association of Plastic Recyclers and the European PET Bottle Platform for having no negative impact
on the recycling stream
Cesa™ NOX A4R Additive for Enhanced Recycling stabilizes recycled polyolefins during processing,
enabling a higher quality level of recyclate and better end-use products
Rejoin™ PCR Masterbatch uses PCR as a carrier resin, effectively allowing a bottle or part to be
manufactured with 100% PCR
PCR Color Prediction Ser vice simplifies and accelerates the selection of preferred colors for PCR
content at var ying levels, avoiding time-consuming trial and error
Avient Technology Helps to
Achieve Color Consistency in
L’Oréal PCR Packaging Worldwide
The Challenge
Simplify the process to develop color in recycled resin for
L’Oréal to achieve global color consistency, while working
towards their 2030 objective to have 100% of the plastics
used in its packaging be made from recycled or bio-based
material.
NEW at Avient
In 2022, we expanded our portfolio of sustainable solutions, including:
Complet™ REC solutions provide long fiber-reinforced composites are now available in recycled
nylon and TPU formulations
Polystrand™ R continuous fiber thermoplastic composites enables lighter weight reinforcement
with recycled PET
Edgetek™ PKE NHFR formulations are polyketone grades with non-halogen flame retardants
specifically designed for electric vehicle components, including connectors
Paint replacement technologies, including Artisan™ ABS portfolio and Molded-In Color Metallic
Hydrocerol™ Chemical Foaming Agents enable reduced part weight without compromising
performance
Automotive OEM Lowers Carbon
Footprint With Avient
The Challenge
An automotive OEM was looking to increase the use of
sustainable materials for various vehicle parts in order to
make progress towards achieving their sustainability goals
and net zero emissions targets.
