ColorMatrix™ Excelite™ IM Chemical Foaming Additives for Injection Molding ColorMatrix™ Excelite™ IM formulations for injection molding feature fully endothermic chemical foaming agents which, when under thermal decomposition, cause gas to evolve. EASE OF PROCESSING Avient’s proprietary ColorMatrix dosing equipment makes Excelite IM additives suitable for use in all types of injection molding processes. TARGET APPLICATIONS Excelite IM chemical foaming additives (CFAs) are engineered for a wide range of injection molded polymers: olefins, PVC, polystyrene, PC/ABS and high heat applications.

SOLVING PRODUCTION BOTTLENECKS WITH A CUSTOMIZED ADDITIVE FORMULATION © 2020, All Rights Reserved Avient Corporation, 33587 Walker Road, Avon Lake, Ohio USA 44012 To learn more about WithStand Antimicrobials, contact Avient at +1.844.4AVIENT (1.844.428.4368) THE CHALLENGE A well-known manufacturer of private label toothbrushes and dental care products for national drug store chains was experiencing several production problems in its molding operations. Because the toothbrushes were molded in both clear and opaque resins, the team had to explore two different avenues—one that preserved clarity and one that retained opacity. Testing was conducted to determine if formulations molded with the new additives would maintain sufficient antimicrobial functionality at the lower LDRs, and positive results were provided to the manufacturer.

Colorability Supplier HellermannTyton switched to heat-stabilized Bergamid™ B70 G30H Black TM-X polyamide to produce a seat fastener at lower cost, lower weight and with greater design flexibility Provided color matching expertise to match glass fiber reinforced formulation to specific customer requirement

Post-Consumer Recycled (PCR) Color Prediction Service - a digital service using sophisticated technology to help illustrate the color possibilities or limitations of certain types of PCR for customers, including polyolefins and polyethylene terephthalate (PET) resins. The Additives for Recycling (A4R) portfolio, including Cesa™ Unify™ A4R and Cesa™ Nox A4R – with formulations that play a crucial role in aiding compatibilization and protecting post-consumer polyolefins against oxidation, which can lead to defects like black spots, gels, and discoloration.

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Available in pre-colored or natural formulations Specialty Color Dispersions Give your silicone products a boost of color and maintain chemical standards with these specialty color dispersions

Wilflex™ Epic Color System PC Colorants Wilflex™ Color System Kits Color Cosmetics

Color Cosmetics Add color and improve material performance with customizable colorants and additives. With Avient’s medical-grade thermoplastic elastomers, colorants, and functional additives, you can design with the latest on-trend colors in mind and optimize material performance.

Colorant and Additive Dispersions for Healthcare Colorant Chromatics™ Solutions for Dental Tools and Equipment Discover how Colorant Chromatics™ is transforming dental equipment with their Transcend™ pre-colored solutions