For example, the use of sustainable content such as bio-based or recycled sources can lower a PCF. Keep in mind that a limited number of toolmakers specialize in LSR molds—and many are based in Europe.  Check out https://www.avient.com/tpe-knowledge-base to explore the possibilities.

For example, the use of sustainable content such as bio-based or recycled sources can lower a PCF. Keep in mind that a limited number of toolmakers specialize in LSR molds—and many are based in Europe.  Check out https://www.avient.com/tpe-knowledge-base to explore the possibilities.

It also provides context on development timelines, some industries have tight timelines based on annual launch windows while others have a long specification process. Polymer Pyramid - Base Resins Equipment Requirements Based on the material selected, there may be tweaks that can be incorporated to optimize manufacturability.

Color and additive masterbatches formulated with bio-based polymers to increase sustainability Mevopur™ Healthcare Bio-Based Polymer Solutions for Medical Devices and Pharmaceutical Packaging (English) Learn more about the benefits of using Mevopur Healthcare Bio-based Polymer Solutions in medical devices and pharmaceutical packaging (English language version)

Maxxam™ BIO Bio-Based Polyolefins Discover Avient's portfolio of bio-based polyolefins, formulated with bio-based resin and/or filler from renewable sources such as olive seed powder and cellulose fiber. 

Avient’s featured range of products on display includes customized protection film materials, adhesive TPEs for textile fabric, bio-based TPEs, and specialty engineered materials developed to enhance product performance in the building and construction, automotive, and consumer industries. More brand owners in the plastics and rubber industries are now looking for sustainable and innovative alternative materials that can also meet performance demands," says Flight Xu, General Manager, Specialty Engineered Materials Asia for Avient, “As a global provider of specialized TPEs and specialty engineered materials, we have also developed lightweight, recycled, bio-based, and eco-conscious materials with a lower carbon footprint than virgin alternatives to support sustainability goals from conception to commercialization.”   reSound™ BIO TPEs: contains 40 to 90 percent bio-based content within a wide hardness range (which can help reduce carbon footprint) and has performance characteristics that are comparable to standard TPEs

Colorant Chromatics™ Transcend™ Premier Healthcare Colorants: based on polysulfone and PEEK resins with the capability of withstanding up to 1,000 autoclave cycles and high-heat sterilization at 150°C, these colorants are formulated with ingredient materials that have been successfully tested for ISO 10993 biocompatibility and are available in a line of bright and vivid transparent or opaque shades ColorForward™ 2026: an annual color trend forecasting guide for the plastics industry developed based on global societal trends to support the development of impactful aesthetics for new consumer products. reSound™ REC Recycled Content Thermoplastic Elastomers (TPEs): based on post-consumer recycle (PCR) for reduced carbon footprint

Mevopur™ Healthcare Bio-based Polymer Solutions provide a unique family of color and additive concentrates based on polymers with 70-95 percent bio-content and pre-tested raw materials to help reduce carbon footprint and mitigate risk. Available in pre-colored formulations, they offer a sustainable drop-in replacement for fossil-based grades and can be processed and recycled in the same channels.

Maxxam™ BIO Bio-Based Polyolefins Discover Avient's portfolio of bio-based polyolefins, formulated with bio-based resin and/or filler from renewable sources such as olive seed powder and cellulose fiber. 

Bio-based polymer solutions to reduce product carbon footprint Mevopur™ Healthcare Bio-based Polymer Solutions Mevopur™ Healthcare Bio-based Polymer Solutions