Examine the research behind TPEs with antimicrobial additives Subsequent studies then assessed the use of an antimicrobial additive, zinc pyrithione (ZPT), for potential efficacy in a variety of TPE formulations for diverse applications. Take a closer look at the research behind TPEs with antimicrobial additives

ColorMatrix™ Lactra™ SX Light Blocking Additive for PET UV and Light Blocking Additives ColorMatrix™ Lactra™ SX Light Blocking Additives for PET provided high-performance light blocking technology and enabled a recyclable alternative to long-life dairy packaging.

In addition to the lighter weight requirement, the material needed to resist warpage after molding, a common issue for thin walled plastic parts. This additive will protect the door from cracking as it comes into contact with copper particles over time. In addition, the new material provides anti-static properties and low VOC levels, which helps the system adhere to regulations such as the Vehicle Interior Air Quality (VIAQ) standard.

In addition to the lighter weight requirement, the material needed to resist warpage after molding, a common issue for thin walled plastic parts. This additive will protect the door from cracking as it comes into contact with copper particles over time. In addition, the new material provides anti-static properties and low VOC levels, which helps the system adhere to regulations such as the Vehicle Interior Air Quality (VIAQ) standard.

ColorMatrix™ Lactra™ SX Light Blocking Additive for PET UV and Light Blocking Additives ColorMatrix™ Lactra™ SX Light Blocking Additives for PET provided high-performance light blocking technology and enabled a recyclable alternative to long-life dairy packaging.

CLEVELAND – May 10, 2021 – Avient today announced the addition of three proprietary, thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) formulations that contain antimicrobial additives to its GLS™ TPE portfolio. GLS TPEs with antimicrobial additives are commercially available in the United States and Asia. Additional antimicrobial-containing formulations are in development.

Additives can also be used to enhance fiber properties and to improve processing during fiber production. A broad spectrum palette of liquid colorants (40%–80% pigment or dye loading) is available for custom colors and a variety of pigment and dye preparations, including additives and color and additive blends, available on request. Avient’s liquid metering equipment can achieve continuous, consistent and accurate dosing—even at very low addition rates.

FUNCTIONAL ADDITIVES Materials can also be enhanced with functional additives to meet stringent product performance requirements. The table below shows a non-exhaustive list of additives used in healthcare applications. Contact us to discuss the additive solution most adapted to your healthcare product.

Polymer Additives MagIQ™ Nonwoven Electret Additives OnCap™ HC Additives for Healthcare

Cesa™ WithStand™ Antimicrobial Additives Color and Additives Solutions Overview Laser-marking additive, an authentication additive, and colorant— bundled into a single Smartbatch™ concentrate