The activation changes the molecular structure of these additives, causing a color change that provides the vivid contrast of laser marking. The mark can be white or dark in color. Avient has experience formulating Cesa Laser Marking solutions that can work within a wide variety of polymers and processes, including injection molding, blow molding and extrusion.

A range of colorants created without the addition of carbon black pigment. Black Colorants for Spun-Dyed PET and PA Fibers - Product Bulletin Learn about the applications and key benefits of black colorants for spun-dyed PET and PA fibers

RECREATIONAL EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURER P L A Y G R O U N D E Q U I P M E N T • Protection from harsh elements and weathering • Coating solution to protect children against metal abrasions • Range of bright colors • Formulated without phthalates • Provided vinyl coating solutions to protect against the effects of harsh weather, and to protect children from potential scrapes and scratches • Incorporated antimicrobial and UV additives to resist mold growth • Offered brightly colored, non-phthalate plastisol formulations CORE™ Non-Phthalate Plastisols KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

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KEY CHARACTERISTICS • UL 94 V-2, V-0, 5VA ratings and elevated RTI ratings • GWFI (IEC 60695-11-10) up to 960°C • Comparative Tracking Index (CTI) PLC 0, 600V ratings • Injection molding and extrusion grades • Non-halogen grades available • Low dielectric performance with selected formulations • Good recyclability • Colorable MARKETS & APPLICATIONS Applications that require flame retardant performance including: • Transportation: Interior components, seat components, door panels, aircraft interiors, railway interiors, boat interiors • Construction & Building Materials: Cable insulation, pipes and fittings, insulation materials • Consumer – Appliance casings, housings, covers, fume hoods, battery packages, furniture • Industrial Equipment: Machine housings • Energy, Electrical & Electronic, E-Mobility: Battery frames, electrical housings, connectors • Telecommunication: Cable management • Packaging: Transportation of sensitive goods • Healthcare: Medical device housings and components PRODUCT BULLETIN MAXXAM FR FLAME RETARDANT POLYOLEFIN FORMULATIONS Non-halogenated Halogenated PP Homopolymer Copolymer Homopolymer Copolymer Unit Unfilled Glass Fiber Mineral Unfilled Glass Fiber Mineral Unfilled Glass Fiber Mineral Unfilled Glass Fiber Mineral Characteristic Talcum Talcum Talcum Talcum Reinforcement Mass-% 0 5–30 5–30 0 20–30 5-20 0 5–30 5–20 0 5–30 5–20 Colorable – ++ ++ + ++ ++ + + + + + + + Density g/cm3 0,9–1,08 1,28–1,37 0,98–1,55 0,92–1,06 1,25–1,35 0,95–1,28 0,94–1,04 1,3–1,55 1,01–1,42 0,96–1,01 0,94–1,58 0,95–1,46 Tensile Strength MPa 25–30 30–70 25–35 16–22 40–65 15–25 25-–35 30–70 25–35 20–24 20–55 -25 E-Modulus (Tensile) MPa 1600–2500 2500–8200 2500–4000 800–1200 2000–8000 1600–3000 1300–2000 3000–8900 1900–3500 1000–1400 1200–7500 1500–3000 Izod Impact 23°C notched % 2,0–4,5 3,5–7,5 2,5–4,5 5–40 2,5–18 2,5–6 2,5–4,5 3,5–6,0 3,0–7,0 4,0–40 2,5–16 2,5–10 Max. Good chemical 1 IM: Injection Molding, EX: Extrusion, BM: Blow Molding 2 HS: Heat Stabilized, UV: UV Stablized, LM: Lasermarking.

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Another color-related challenge is the multitude of different color streams of recycled PET, which can limit the uses for recycled colored PET. Fortunately, there is new technology that can analyze the color of the PET or rPET to be used for a new product and predict the range of colors possible for the end product. In many instances, these colored bottles may offer an outlet to utilize some of the less transparent rPET feedstock as the colorant can mask the original recyclate color.

As consumption grows, requirements for high-quality color concentrates are becoming more challenging as well, as top brands focus on novel color solutions. Avient’s enhanced local turnaround for color concentrates will support middle to high end markets with consistent color quality, creative application of special effects, and unique colors to enhance product appeal and match branding requirements. For example, the use of recyclable CESATM IR additives, which enable black plastics to be identified for recycling, can reduce the environmental impact of dark colored packaging.

Many original equipment manufacturers and plastic injection molding companies in the packaging industry are prioritizing the replacement of ABS. While polypropylene (PP) is widely accepted in the packaging industry, it has higher shrinkage rates than ABS, making it challenging to use as a direct replacement for existing molds.   To enable customers to use their existing ABS molds, Avient has developed new PP-based grades with comparable shrinkage to traditionally used ABS materials.

POWER & LIGHTING MANUFACTURER/MOLDER S M A L L C A B L E R E E L • Meet color requirement of medium-tone gray for polypropylene (PP) cable reel application • Low cost color development • Short lead time to fit production schedule • Offered readily available standard color (Mid Grey – OC7UFF) to meet customer request • Provided low usage rate of 1% LDR to keep costs down • Shipped colorant sample within one day of inquiry • Allowed sample parts to be molded within three days to accommodate schedule Omnicolor™ Multipurpose Colorants KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT? AVIENT SOLUTION COST EFFECTIVENESS + LEAD TIME LEARN MORE © 2022, Avient Corporation, All Rights Reserved https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-colorants/solid-color-masterbatches/omnicolor-multipurpose-masterbatches