https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-04/Sustainable Material Answers_ Circular Economy 2022_1.pdf
Solutions that Support the Circular Economy REDUCED ENERGY USE CESA™ Dry Additives CESA™ Release Additives OnCap™ CTR Process Optimization ColorMatrix™ Joule™ & Smartheat™ Infrared Absorber Specialty Low Cure Inks SiteCool™ Infrared Absorption Technologies BIO-DERIVED CONTENT reSound™ OM Bio-Derived Thermoplastic Elastomers reFlex™ Bio-Derived Plasticizer OnCap™ Bio Additives OnColor™ Bio Colorants reSound™ Natural Fiber Reinforced Formulations LIGHTWEIGHTING Glasforms™ Pultrusion Technologies Polystrand™ Continuous Fiber Composites IMPROVED RECYCABILITY CESA™ IR Black Additives CESA™ Extend Additives ColorMatrix™ Lactra™ SX Light Blocking Additive for PET ColorMatrix™ Ultimate™ UV Light Barrier ColorMatrix™ Capture™ Oxygen Scavenger for PET ColorMatrix™ Triple A™ Acetaldehyde Scavenging Additives ColorMatrix™ Reprize™ IV Builder for PET OnColor™ IR Sortable Black for Recyclable Packaging Bergadur™ Post-Industrial Recycled Content Polyester Formulations Nymax™ PIR Post-Industrial Recycled Nylon Formulations Maxxam™ FR Flame Retardant Polyolefin Formulations Predictions Gartner predicts circular economies will replace linear economies in 10 years, noting that supply chain leaders must adapt to circular models in order to keep up in a marketplace with a growing emphasis on sustainability.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-09/oncolor-hc-product-bulletin-1.pdf
Also available are OnColor HC Plus Colorants, certified to meet or exceed USP Class VI and ISO 10993 bio-compatibility requirements.
OnColor HC Plus Colorants have been tested across a wide range of medical polymers to provide added confidence in meeting these critical bio- compatibility standards.
KEY CHARACTERISTICS • Polymer colorants formulated specifically for healthcare product applications • Meets and exceeds various material performance requirements including FDA 21 CFR, ISO 10993 and USP Class VI • HC Plus colorants certified for bio-compatibility • Available as pre-color, concentrate, masterbatch or Smartbatch™ combined colorant/additive solution • Wide range of colors, striking special effects and custom color matching MARKETS AND APPLICATIONS OnColor™ HC and HC Plus Colorants are an excellent choice for medical devices and parts, pharmaceutical or cosmetic packaging, and many other healthcare related polymer applications.
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Coffee Capsules case study DESIGN FOR COMPOSTING C O F F E E C A P S U L E S • Compliance with European Standard EN 13432 • Biodegradable and compostable solutions approved by certified body (TÜV Austria) • Color customization for various kind of biopolymers • Formulation expertise and regulatory assistance OnColor™ Bio-Colorants KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
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https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/article/strategies-manage-your-carbon-footprint
Raw material supplier: those dedicated to sourcing bio-based and recycled raw materials typically have a greater impact on reducing carbon emissions.
Sustainable materials: typically bio-based or recycled – these sustainable raw materials provide an eco-conscious alternative to traditional petroleum-based raw materials.
If you would like to explore possibility of using bio-based or recycled raw materials in your products, read our article on Making Plastic Parts More Sustainable.
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OnColor™ Bio Colorants
Edgetek™ BIO Natural Filled Formulations
OnColor™ Bio Colorants Coffee Capsules
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Additionally, newer bio-derived polymers are available and can also contribute to a more sustainable package.
These may include: • Achieve a percentage of all packaging that is reusable, recyclable or compostable • Increase the use of post-consumer recycled (PCR) content, up to 100% • Use lightweighting or other solutions that will help reduce your carbon footprint • Replace petroleum-based materials with renewable materials such as bio-plastics Whatever your goals, we can help you achieve them with customized solutions based on a number of factors.
It is to enable our customers’ innovation and sustainability goals through world class products and services and excellence in the four cornerstones of: WE HELP OUR CUSTOMERS MAKE PRODUCTS THAT ARE MORE SUSTAINABLE IN 8 DIFFERENT WAYS: • Lightweighting • Reduced Energy Use • Volatile Organic Compound Reduction • Recycle Solutions • Bio-polymers • Eco-conscious • Sustainable Infrastructure • Human Health & Safety For more information on how we can help, visit avient.com 1.844.4AVIENT www.avient.com Copyright © 2021, Avient Corporation.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-11/Color Trends in Pet Products.pdf
AVIENT SOLUTIONS: • Wood grain effect • Granite effect • Fabric effect • Muted pastels • Soft touch materials • Vibration damping PETS FOR THE PLANET AVIENT SOLUTIONS: • Super concentrates to color PCR • Foaming agents to reduce material and weight • Bio-derived polymers • Natural scents As pet people look for ways to reduce their ‘pawprint’ on the planet, they are making eco-conscious decisions about the products they buy for their pets.
Think about choosing materials that are either bio-derived or recyclable, or incorporate post-consumer recycled (PCR) materials.
AVIENT SOLUTIONS: • Bio-derived polymers • Soft touch materials • Conductive formulations *Source: Grandview Research, June 2019 PLAYFUL DELIGHT Embrace the playfulness of a puppy with bold, exciting colors and digital prints, mixed and mashed to create a playful look.
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Mevopur™ Healthcare Bio-based Polymer Solutions
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)
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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)
https://www.avient.com/news/specialty-and-sustainable-healthcare-material-solutions-avient-medtec-china-2023
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.
They are fully bio-compatible per ISO 10993 standards to provide ultra-high-heat resistance and performance without compromising safety.