https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-06/chemical-resistance-technical-bulletin.pdf
An independent lab tested the following polymers with various disinfectants to help customers choose
the material suitable to their specific application requirements.
TEST METHOD
Fifteen bars of each material were placed into jigs at 1% and 2%
strain.
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EDGETEK™
POLYETHERETHERKETONE (PEEK)
HIGH PERFORMING MELT-PROCESSABLE POLYMER
PRODUCT SELECTION GUIDE
Edgetek™ Polyetheretherketone (PEEK)
HIGH PERFORMING MELT-PROCESSABLE POLYMER
PROPERTY CONDITIONS TEST METHOD UNITS EDGETEK
™
ET9800-0001 EM
EDGETEK™
ET9800-0002 RS
EDGETEK™
ET9800-0003 RS
EDGETEK™
ET9800-0004 RS EC
LUBRIONE™
LB9800-0001 AR
PHYSICAL
Mold Shrinkage -
Transverse
– ASTM D955 in/in 0.014 0.010 0.011 0.009 0.014
MECHANICAL
Tensile Strength -
Yield
– ASTM D638 PSI 14425 15640 23680 36500 19700
Tensile Elongation -
Yield
– ASTM D638 % 5.4 3.0 2.2 1.5 0.2
Tensile Elongation -
Break
– ASTM D638 % 19.5 3.1 2.2 1.5 1.9
Tensile Modulus – ASTM D638 PSI 555150 827700 1591300 5301000 2285600
Flexural Modulus – ASTM D790 PSI 529300 690700 1418300 3084300 1443400
Flexural Strength – ASTM D790 PSI 23500 27300 36000 52100 30300
IMPACT
Izod, Notched – ASTM D256 ft-lbs/in 1.0 0.7 1.1 1.3 0.6
Izod, Unnotched – ASTM D256 ft-lbs/in N.B. 13.1 15.3 13.8 5.0
THERMAL
Melting Point – – °C 343 343 343 343 343
Glass Transition (DSC) – – °C 143 143 143 143 143
Heat Deflection Temp 264 psi, Unannealed ASTM D648 °C 151 178 320 325 > 300
CLTE, Flow Direction 23°C to 140°C ASTM E831 cm/cm/°C 4.0E-05 5.5E-05 2.2E-05 7.0E-06 1.9E-05
CLTE, Flow Direction 140°C to 250°C ASTM E831 cm/cm/°C 9.7E-05 7.8E-05 2.3E-05 6.5E-06 2.2E-05
Polyetheretherketone (PEEK) is widely considered to be one of the highest performing melt-processable
polymers in the industry.
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Our testing shows that
ColorMatrix Amosorb 4020G is one of the most
robust oxygen scavengers for PET rigid containers,
with negligible effect on oxygen scavenging efficacy
for the rPET grade tested, while other competitive
materials lost almost all efficacy with rPET content
as low as 20%.
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https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-01/Mevopur Standard Colors Product Bulletin _ Color Card.pdf
With
robust raw material testing and a comprehensive
change control policy, these medical-grade
concentrates and pre-colored formulations can
help minimize risk and avoid non-compliance.
KEY CHARACTERISTICS
• Globally harmonized formulations are
manufactured at four ISO 13485 certified
medical sites, providing global consistency
and increased security of supply
• Documented change control available
• A range of standard colors eliminates color
matching to expedite development time
• The portfolio includes compliant colors for
use in:
- Needle hub applications: ISO 6009
- Ophthalmic container closures
(American Academy of Ophthalmology)
REGULATORY SUPPORT
• A library of pre-tested raw materials including:
- ISO 10993-1 and USP biological
evaluation
- European Pharmacopeia 3.1.3/3.1.5
(polyolefin)
- USP (polyethylene)
- ICH Q3D elemental impurities
• Registered Drug Master File (Type III) and/or
Device Master File
• Food contact established with FDA/EU*
HEALTHCARE APPLICATIONS
• Medical devices such as catheters, surgical and
dental instruments, and drug delivery devices
• Pharmaceutical packaging including vials
and bottles
• Diagnostics for blood analysis or In Vitro
Diagnostics (IVD)
PRODUCT BULLETIN & COLOR CARD
* FDA/EU compliance information available upon request; exceptions may occur
Color Pantone Reference PE Base PP Base
Transparent
PP Base PEBA Base PC Base
Transparent
PC Base* ABS Base*
White — PE0M176031 PP0M176045 ** AH0M415001 NC0M176058 ** SB0M665206
Yellow 102C PE1M176076 PP1M176060 PP1M176062 AH1M415002 NC1M176058 NC1M176059 SB1M664958
Orange 158C PE2M176044 PP2M176046 ** ** NC2M176044 NC2M664912 SB2M664939
Red 199C PE3M176131 PP3M176111 PP3M176113 AH3M415002 NC3M176116 NC3M176122 SB3M665037
Pink 196C PE3M176130 PP3M176109 ** AH3M415001 NC3M176117 NC3M665052 SB3M665039
Violet 2593C PE4M176023 PP4M176036 PP4M176039 AH4M415001 NC4M176038 NC4M176044 SB4M664978
Light Blue 292C PE5M176155 PP5M176169 ** AH5M415003 NC5M176142 ** SB5M665402
Mid Blue 285C PE5M176154 PP5M176171 PP5M176175 AH5M415002 NC5M176143 NC5M176146 SB5M665404
Dark Blue 288C PE5M176153 PP5M176173 ** ** NC5M176144 ** SB5M665406
Light Green 346C PE6M176128 PP6M176111 ** ** NC6M176118 ** SB6M665070
Bluish Green 3145C PE6M176126 PP6M176115 ** ** NC6M176119 ** SB6M665068
Medium Green 348C PE6M176127 PP6M176113 PP6M176118 AH6M415001 NC6M176120 NC6M176121 SB6M665072
Dark Gray 425C PE7M176066 PP7M176091 PP7M176094 ** NC7M176124 ** SB7M665297
Mid Gray Cool Gray 5C PE7M176067 PP7M176089 ** AH7M415001 NC7M176125 NC7M665175 SB7M665295
Beige 7502C PE8M176048 PP8M176058 ** ** NC8M176058 ** SB8M664871
Brown 463C/731C PE8M176049 PP8M176060 ** ** NC8M176059 ** SB8M664869
Black Black C PL9M176008 PP9M176017 ** ** NC9M176008 NC9M176009 SB9M664896
Colors may vary from actual color shown.
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https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-01/Mevopur Healthcare Colorants and Formulations Special Effects Application Bulletin_0.pdf
Ingredients used in the
Mevopur™ portfolio have been tested to industry
standards that support applications in both
medical devices and pharmaceutical packaging.*
KEY CHARACTERISTICS
• Manufactured at four ISO 13485 certified
manufacturing sites, providing global
consistency and increased security of supply
• Documented change control beyond CAS
number, reducing risk of change
• Non-phthalate and formulated without
animal-derived substances
• Available as pre-colored formulation or
concentrate and for use in different polymers
REGULATORY SUPPORT
• Raw materials tested to:
- ISO 10993-1 and USP biological
evaluation
- European Pharmacopeia 3.1.3/3.1.5
(polyolefin)
- USP (polyethylene)
- ICH Q3D elemental impurities
• Registered Drug Master File (Type III) and/or
Device Master File
• Food contact established with FDA/EU**
APPLICATION BULLETIN
* Design note: Effect colors require careful consideration of part design and
polymer flow paths to minimize visible flow lines.
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https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2025-02/Advanced Composites in Building _ Construction Application Guide.pdf
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MATERIAL
SOLUTION DESCRIPTION KEY CHARACTERISTICS
POTENTIAL
APPLICATIONS
Hammerhead™ FR
Flame Retardant
Composite Panels
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
• Interior & Entry 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
• Interior & Entry Doors
• 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
• Interior & Entry 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
• Interior & Entry Doors
* UL Level 3 panel was fire tested as part of a wall system with steel studs and drywall facesheet
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2025-03/ColorMatrix Smartheat RHC Technical Bulletin.pdf
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EU FDA Mercosur
SmartHeat RHC Yes Yes Yes
PACKAGING
Package Type Quantity
5G Pail Up to 40 lbs
Planetpak Up to 40 lbs
Test Description Test Method Units Typical Values
Viscosity Avient Method cP 6,000–10,000
Density Avient Method Lbs/gal 7.9–8.9
Color Variance Avient Method ∆E 0.0–1.0
Color Appearance Visual — Slight Blue
Dispersion Pressout Visual — Pass
Opacity: Visual Visual — Pass
TYPICAL GENERAL PROPERTIES1
1Typical values are not to be construed as specifications.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-09/FR Healthy Bldg Codes Application Snapshot.pdf
P R O F I L E / S H E E T E X T R U D E R
R A I L S A N D K I C K P L A T E S
• Convert existing PVC profile and sheet rails and kick plates to
polyolefin resin to meet Class A fire safety (ASTM E84)
• Provide a system that meets healthy building certifications
and approvals
• Utilize a more sustainable flame retardant technology,
removing brominated or halogenated flame retardants from
the environment
• Achieve non-compromising performance in aesthetics,
impact, dimensional stability, CLTE, and E84 testing
• Provided broad flame retardant platform, backed by
extensive application and industry expertise, to meet
global flammability standards
• Has largest UL94 recognized Prospector membership
with HB, V-0, V-1, V-2 and 5VA/5VB ratings, and broad
glow wire performance products
• Included in-house UL certified labs and manufacturing
locations to perform UL94 material sampling and testing
• Supported application development to meet fire safety
standards, address current or emerging healthy building
codes, smart home requirements, and LEED credits
• Offered custom formulations in small lot quantities
Cesa™ Flam Non-Halogen Flame Retardants
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-11/Color and Additive W_C Product Selection Guide_Web.pdf
LOOK TO US FOR SUPPORT WITH:
Testing and Validation
Fully accredited, in-house testing capabilities to generate data for insight into
material behavior, environmental effects, and more
Regulatory Coordination
Dedicated product stewardship team assisting with new product approvals
to reduce regulatory overhead and minimize risk
Application Development Technical Service
Technical experts specifically trained to work directly with your team in solving
definitive application challenges
Field Technical Service
Onsite support for tool design, startup, and production optimization to gain
manufacturing efficiencies and resolve technical issues
Color and Additive Design Services
Trend and color insights, and product development assistance to optimize design
and gain speed to market
Sustainability
Innovative materials and solutions to help you meet your sustainability goals
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USES & APPLICATIONS
FOAM CORE PANELS
Core Density
5 lb/ft3 8 lb/ft3
80 kg/m3 130 kg/m3
Panel Thickness
0.5 inch 0.75 inch 1.0 inch 0.5 inch 0.75 inch 1.0 inch
13mm 19mm 25mm 13mm 19mm 25mm
Facesheet Configuration 5848 Quad-Ply 5848 Quad-Ply
Property Test Method Unit
Areal
Weight Calculated
lb/ft2
kg/m2
0.83
4.05
0.93
4.54
1.04
5.08
0.96
4.69
1.13
5.52
1.31
6.40
Flexural
Strength
ASTM
D7249
psi
MPa
104
0.72
112
0.77
102
0.70
168
1.16
171
1.18
172
1.19
Flexural
Modulus
ASTM
D7249
psi
MPa
834,000
5,750
605,000
4,171
375,000
2,586
889,000
6,129
672,000
4,633
481,000
3,316
Flexural
Rigidity
ASTM
D7249
lb*in2
kN*mm2
33,000
95,000
64,000
183,000
100,000
286,000
42,000
120,000
71,000
203,000
126,000
361,000
TRUCK & RV
• Ceilings
• Cabinetry
• Load floors
• Sidewalls
• Aerodynamic
components
BUILDING &
CONSTRUCTION
• Modular panels for
temporary structures
• Garage & industrial
doors
• Walls & flooring
RAIL
• Doors
• Flooring
• Interior panels
MARINE
• Stringers
• Bulkheads
• Ceilings & decking
• Doors & cabinetry
HONEYCOMB CORE PANELS
Core Density
5 lb/ft3
80 kg/m3
Panel Thickness
0.5 inch 1.0 inch
13mm 25mm
Facesheet Configuration 6536 X-Ply 6536 Tri-Ply 6536 X-Ply 6536 Tri-Ply
Property Test Method Unit
Areal
Weight Calculated
lb/ft2
kg/m2
0.49
2.39
0.63
3.08
0.63
3.08
0.8
3.91
Flexural
Strength
ASTM
D7249
psi
MPa
33
0.23
82
0.57
46
0.32
97
0.67
Flexural
Modulus
ASTM
D7249
psi
MPa
418,000
2,882
693,000
4,778
265,000
1,827
368,000
2,537
Flexural
Rigidity
ASTM
D7249
lb*in2
kN*mm2
15,000
43,000
27,000
77,000
41,000
117,000
75,000
215,000
SUPPORT SPAN DEFLECTION
Meets performance required for marine applications
Predictive deflection in various load cases.
TAB TESTING OF VARIOUS INSTALLATION METHODS
Hammerhead™
PETG Laminate
Hammerhead™
PETG Laminate
BOTTOM PANEL LEGLENGTH
BREAK
STRENGTH
PETG Skins with
Plywood Core
1 in/25 mm
1.5 in/38 mm
2 in/51 mm
2400 lbs/1089 kg
2820 lbs/1279 kg
2748 lbs/1246 kg
Hammerhead with
5 lb/ft3 (80 kg/m3)
Core Density
2 in
51 mm
665 lbs
302 kg
Hammerhead with
7 lb/ft3 (115 kg/m3)
Core Density
2 in
51 mm
881 lbs
400 kg
Hammerhead with
8 lb/ft3 (135 kg/m3)
Core Density
2 in
51 mm
1084 lbs
492 kg
Marine Plywood
2 in
51 mm
770 lbs
349 kg
Glass/Epoxy with
Plywood Core
2 in
51 mm
1055 lbs
479 kg
Glass/Polyester
with Balsa Core
2 in
51 mm
919 lbs
417 kg
L-Bracket Installation
Hammerhead™
PETG Laminate
Hammerhead™
PETG Laminate
BOTTOM PANEL LEGLENGTH
BREAK
STRENGTH
PETG Skins with
Plywood Core
2 in
51 mm
2375 lbs
1077 kg
Marine Plywood
2 in
51 mm
770 lbs
349 kg
Glass/Polyester with
Balsa Core
2 in
51 mm
797 lbs
362 kg
U-Channel Installation
ITW Plexus MA420
adhesive was used in all
tab testing installations
except where noted.
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