Products in Plastics: Processing Aid

ELASTOSIL® AUX FL Non-Healing is a ready-to-use masterbatch comprising specific additives and reactive silicone polymers that are commonly used in ELASTOSIL® liquid silicone rubber. This ensures homogeneous covulcanization without migration, as may be observed for systems based on silicone oil. It can be used to reduce self-healing and other sticking phenomena.

WACKER® Silane 25013 VP is a colorless, clear liquid with a weak odor. It is soluble in organic solvents and insoluble in water. Applications include filler treatments and plastic additives. WACKER® Silane 25013 VP is soluble in common, non-polar organic solvents but insoluble in water. Upon reaction with water, WACKER® Silane 25013 VP will release a certain amount of methanol (VOC).

WACKER® Fluid NH 200 D is a highly pure, difunctional silicone fluid terminated with 3-aminopropyl groups. It is a polymerizing substance that can be used as a raw material or additive for the synthesis of copolymers through polyaddition or polycondensation reactions. Its applications include being used as a raw material for chemical synthesis as well as for polymer modification and addition.

WACKER® Fluid NH 15 D is a highly pure, difunctional silicone fluid terminated with 3-aminopropyl groups. It is a polymerizing substance that can be used as a raw material or additive for the synthesis of copolymers through polyaddition or polycondensation reactions. Silicone fluids in the FLUID NH series exhibit processing properties similar to standard silicones. The resulting downstream products and copolymers will possess the characteristic properties of linear materials due to their symmetric substitution.

SIPERNAT® 50 S is a hydrophilic, finely milled silica. Besides its application as flow aid and highly effective anticaking agent it also may serve as carrier of especially high absorptive capacity in case particle fineness is required.

TEGO® CYCLE CP 310 is an organo-modified siloxane that is used as a processing additive, compatibilizer, and for permanent modification of polymer properties. Its use provides several advantages for specific applications. It reduces gelling, resulting in lower failure rates, reduces pressure, increases throughput, and prevents melt fracture and shark skin effect. It also reduces surface roughness. TEGO® CYCLE CP 310 shortens cycle times, prevents cut propagation in oriented tapes and films, and improves mechanical performance, including notched impact strength and elongation at break. It also prevents stress cracking and whitening.

SIPERNAT® 22 is a hydrophilic, coarse silica combining a high absorptive capacity with a good flowability. It is well suited to transform any type of liquid, including defoamers, into dry, free flowing powder concentrates.

SIPERNAT® 22 S is a finely milled, hydrophilic silica. It is primarily used as a free-flow agent in other applications. SIPERNAT® 22 S can also be used in-situ hydrophobized in defoamers. The use of an alkaline catalyst is recommended.

TEGO® Antifoam KS 95 is a self-emulsifying organic antifoam concentrate enhanced with minor amounts of organo-siloxanes for improved efficiency. This antifoam is well-suited for industrial applications, specifically as an anti-foaming agent, and finds utility in various processes including polymerization, wastewater treatment, and suspension polymerization.

SIPERNAT® D 13 is a milled, hydrophobic (i.e., not wettable by water) silica, high methanol wettability and low surface. It is used in a great variety of technical defoamers due to its high effectiveness and ease of dispersion.

AEROXIDE® Alu C is a fine-particulate, pure aluminum oxide (Al₂O₃) with high specific surface area and marked aggregate and agglomerate structure. Because of it high purity and low water content, the product can be used well as an additive to anorganic materials, for heat insulation, and also as a catalyst substrate. The positive surface charge can be used to control the electrostatic charge.

TEGO® Antifoam 1488 is a versatile emulsion-based anti-foaming agent tailored for various applications. It effectively controls foam formation in processes like emulsion polymerization and textile sizing. With good compatibility, it finds use in diverse industrial additives, including metalworking fluids and nonwovens. This emulsion-type additive is available in drums, catering to different production scales. Its performance spans markets like adhesives and sealants, fluids and lubricants, and building materials. TEGO® Antifoam 1488's role in polymer dispersions manufacturing adds to its versatility and value.

AEROSIL® R 972 is hydrophobic fumed silica grade treated with DDS (Dichlordimethylsilane). The moderate hydrophobicity of these AEROSIL® products is suited for defoaming properties in the presence of appropriate hydrophobic liquids. They are recomended for improving the sedimentation stability of defoamer dispersions as well.

AEROSIL® R 8200 is a structure modified hydrophobic silica grade treated with HMDS (Hexamethyldisilazane). It is characterized by an extremely low thickening effect and high compacted bulk density. Its high hydrophobicity makes it suitable as a defoamer silica.

AEROXIDE® Alu C 805 is a fine-particulate, fumed aluminum oxide (Al₂O₃) that is highly hydrophobized with an organosilane.

SIPERNAT® 50 is a hydrophilic, coarse silica with the highest absorptive capacity and a high surface area. It is capable of transforming any liquid solution, water- or oil-based systems into dry powder concentrates of up to 75%.

AEROSIL® OX 50 is a fumed silica with a very low specific surface area, low thickening, and high purity. The product can be used as an additive or as a raw material. In polymer composites, high filler loading can be achieved, making it possible to control essential characteristics of polymers.

AEROSIL® R 812 is hydrophobic fumed silica grade treated with HMDS (Hexamethyldisilazane). It can be used for sedimentation stabilization and due to its high hydrophobicity as defoaming agent.

TEGO® Cycle CP 320 is an organo-modified siloxane that is used as a processing additive, compatibilizer, and for permanent modification of polymer properties. It is particularly suitable for recycled polymers, as it can be used to compatibilize PE in PP, PP in PE, and PA in polyolefins. TEGO® Cycle CP 320 is ideal for producing automotive parts, electronic appliances, packaging materials, consumer goods, and oriented packaging straps. Its use provides several advantages for specific applications, including improved mechanical performance, better weld line strength, and prevention of stress cracking and whitening. It also improves mold release properties, reduces manual interventions, and allows for more exact reproduction of surface structure, resulting in shorter cycle times.

METABLEN™ A 3000 is an acrylic-modified polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) used in vacuum molding, foam molding, blow molding and profiling. It improves the melt tension that is required in these processing methods by minimizing increases in melt viscosity, without sacrificing the inherent properties of thermoplastics.BenefitsIncreases melt tension of a resinMaintains fluidityEnhances die swellImproves the flexural modulus, heat deformation temperature, and other properties of polypropyleneAnti-drip effect with flame-retardant resinsImproves filler dispersibilityBetter surface appearanceIncreases foam expansion ratioApplicationsAutomotiveConsumer goodsElectric and electronics*METABLEN™ is provided by Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation, a member of the Mitsubishi Chemical Group.

METABLEN™ L-1000 is an acrylic external lubricant that achieves excellent metal release for PVC, TPU and polyolefins in calendering, injection molding, blow molding and extrusion applications. BenefitsDelayed polyvinyl chloride (PVC) fusionDeposit preventionImproved productivityPrevents tack and bleeding of additivesDelivers shiny and smooth appearanceReduces deposits around die and adhesion in die or cylinder*METABLEN™ is provided by Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation, a member of the Mitsubishi Chemical Group.

WACKER® Fluid NH 30 D is a highly pure, difunctional silicone fluid terminated with 3-aminopropyl groups. It can be used as a raw material or additive for the synthesis of copolymers through polyaddition or polycondensation reactions. Its applications include being a reactive silicone additive for polyurethanes, polyamides, polyimides, and polyureas, as well as a raw material for chemical synthesis.

GENIOPLAST® PP 20A08 is a pelletized formulation consisting of 20% functional silicone dispersed in polypropylene. It has been specifically developed as a compounding additive for unfilled and filled thermoplastic polyolefin compounds. This product is odorless. When used within the recommended levels (0.5 - 2%), GENIOPLAST® PP 20A08 does not have a negative impact on the thermo-mechanical properties of the compounds it is added to. Additionally, due to its specific effect, the processing temperature of the polyolefin compound can be slightly lowered.

WACKER® Fluid NH 130 D is a highly pure, difunctional silicone fluid with a 3-aminopropyl termination. It is a polymerizing substance that can be used as a raw material or additive for the synthesis of copolymers through polyaddition or polycondensation reactions.

GENIOPLAST® Pellet 345 is a soft, highly transparent, thermoplastic elastomeric silicone copolymer. It serves as a processing aid for plastics processing, acting as a polymer additive to improve flow and mechanical properties. Additionally, it functions as a slip additive for bi-oriented Polypropylene films (BOPP).

GENIOPLAST® Pellet S is a pelletized silicone gum formulation that contains a remarkably high loading of ultrahigh molecular weight (UHMW) siloxane polymer. It is primarily used as a plastic additive. Additionally, GENIOPLAST® Pellet S has the capability to enhance the burning characteristics of polyolefins when combined with halogen-free flame retardant fillers.

WACKER® Fluid NH 02 D is bis-(3-aminopropyl)-tetramethyldisiloxane, a difunctional silicone fluid with polymerizing properties. It offers potential for new and innovative applications, especially in areas that require low-temperature characteristics. Additionally, it can be used as a precursor for producing higher-molecular-weight aminofunctional silicone fluids.

GENIOPLAST® Pellet P Plus is a pelletized silicone gum formulation that contains an exceptionally high loading of ultrahigh molecular weight (UHMW) siloxane polymer. It is primarily used as a plastic additive. Unlike other formulations, GENIOPLAST® Pellet P Plus does not include a thermoplastic resin as a carrier. Instead, it incorporates a quantity of fumed silica.

Gelest (HYDROXYPROPYLENEOXYPROPYL)METHYLSILOXANE - DIMETHYLSILOXANE COPOLYMER, 150-200 cSt (CMS-222) functions as a lubricant, processing aid, and surfactant.

Gelest CARBINOL (HYDROXYL) TERMINATED POLYDIMETHYLSILOXANE, 110-140 cSt (DMS-C21) functions as a lubricant, processing aid, and surfactant. This product is commonly used in chemical production.

Artic Mist is an off-white, high-purity, extremely platy, very fine talc serving polymer, rubber, and coatings applications. Artic Mist® is recommended for excellent stiffness, HDT, and dimensional stability, as well as improved impact strength and esthetics in high-performance plastics, plastic nucleation, foamed plastics, plastic films, and wire and cable applications.

Calford® WB is an ethylene bis stearamide (EBS) wax (C38H76O2N2) in beaded (WB) form, produced using vegetable based stearic acid. It is primarily used as an internal and external lubricant for polymers such as polyethylene, polypropylene, ABS, polystirene, PVC, and phenols. It can also be used in coating and ink applications as dispersants and matting agents.

Calford® WP is an ethylene bis stearamide (EBS) wax (C38H76O2N2) in powder (WP) form, produced using vegetable-based stearic acid. It is primarily used as an internal and external lubricant for polymers such as polyethylene, polypropylene, ABS, polystirene, PVC, and phenols. It can also be used in coating and ink applications as dispersants and matting agents.

CONSTAB PA 00833 LD is a processing aid that prevents die build-up and gives a smoother, more glossy surface. Eliminates melt fracture; reduces die build-up and extruder pressure; suitable up to 280°C processing temperatures. Reduces die buildup and extruder pressure and improves surface quality.

KAFRIT PA 0I970 LL is a polyolefin extrusion improver that enhances film clarity, gloss, and surface appearance. It reduces melt fracture, die pressure, power consumption, and processing temperature. This product is particularly suitable for industrial and transport packaging, as well as food and beverage packaging applications.

CONSTAB CB 09060 LL offers a product comprised of 10% synthetic silica, 5% erucamide slip additive, and processing aid. This versatile formulation serves as both a processing aid and a slip agent, addressing packaging needs in food and beverage packaging and industrial and transport packaging.