Nylon 6 vs. Nylon 66 - eBook Whether you're looking to learn more about the history, performance or processability of the two most popular forms of nylon, Avient has you covered

TRANSPORTATION OEM A F T E R M A R K E T M O T O R C Y C L E T R U N K L I D & B A S E • Maintain physical performance of incumbent 30% glass fiber nylon while improving sink and warp issues • Black with an easy-to-paint surface • UV resistant • Collaborated to rapidly provide an alternative material with excellent balance of physical properties and durability • Achieved comparable performance while improving paintability • Quickly provided samples and offered on-site application development and technical support at molding trials Nymax™ Glass and Mineral Fiber Reinforced Nylon 6 Formulation KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

Complēt™ REC Long Fiber Reinforced Composites Incorporating Recycled Resin The Complēt™ REC portfolio consists of long fiber reinforced composites incorporating post-consumer recycled (PCR) nylon 6 resin, post-industrial recycled (PIR) nylon 66 resin, and PIR thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) resin. COMPLĒT REC PIR NYLON 66 COMPARISON Complēt REC PIR PA66 materials are available in black or natural. COMPLĒT REC PCR NYLON 6 COMPARISON Complēt REC PCR PA6 materials are available in black.

CUSTOM SOLUTION PROVIDES SIGNAL DAMPING AND HEAT RESISTANCE FOR ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR CASE STUDY: BERGAMID™ NYLON FORMULATIONS Challe nge Accepted. TECHNICAL EXPERTISE HELPS ELECTRONIC CONNECTOR COMPANY ENTER NEW MARKET © 2021, All Rights Reserved Avient Corporation, 33587 Walker Road, Avon Lake, Ohio USA 44012 To learn more about Bergamid™ Nylon Formulations, contact Avient at +1.844.4AVIENT (1.844.428.4368) or visit us at avient.com. THE IMPACT Avient’s solution was a unique, nylon-based material that met the all of the application’s performance requirements.

In addition to these high-performance characteristics, this healthcare portfolio offers a reduced carbon footprint over the product life cycle because PK production emits up to 61 percent less carbon dioxide (CO2) than nylon. KEY CHARACTERISTICS • Excellent chemical resistance • Low moisture uptake • Comparable dimensional stability to nylon • Reinforced with 10–33% glass fill • High impact and wear resistance • Eco-conscious alternative to PA66 and PA6 MARKETS & APPLICATIONS Whether using a standard or customized formulation, the PK-based Trilliant grades provide a high-performing, cost-competitive, and more eco-conscious alternative to competitive materials found in biopharmaceutical processing, hospital settings, and home healthcare applications. PRODUCT BULLETIN PROPERTY COMPARISON TRILLIANT HC VS NYLON Density Impact Flexural Modulus (Dry) Tensile Strength (Dry) HDT Equilibrium Moisture — PKE-GF PA12-GF PA612-GF 5 4 3 2 1 0 Impact Shrink Flexural Modulus (Dry) Chemical Resistance Flexural Modulus (Cond.)

ColorMatrix™ Amosorb™ 4020G Non-nylon based PET oxygen scavenger with lower haze and less impact on recycle stream ColorMatrix™ Amosorb™ 4020G is a non-nylon based next generation oxygen scavenger for PET rigid packaging with a reduction in haze and lower impact on the recycle stream. PRODUCT BULLETIN KEY BENEFITS • Non-nylon based • Up to 50% lower haze • Lower impact on PET recycle stream • 40% increased shelf-life at maximum allowable use limit • No induction period, provides immediate protection • Can be used with any PET & most rPET grades • Simple to use with existing mono- layer equipment • Suitable for use on multi-layer machines MARKET & APPLICATIONS • PET and rPET rigid packaging for food and beverage REGULATORY ColorMatrix Amosorb 4020G meets direct food contact regulatory requirements in major markets.

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