These additives are developed to withstand multiple recycling loops, helping the recycled material remain visually appealing even after several uses.

Cesa™ WithStand™ Antimicrobial Additives Cesa™ Withstand™ Antimicrobial Additives Cesa™ WithStand™ Antimicrobial Additives give your plastic products an added layer of defense against microorganisms such as bacteria, mold, and fungi.

They also require precise venting and vacuum to release off-gassing during the chemical curing process and must withstand temperatures more than twice that of TPE molds (170°F vs. 320-420°F) Since TPEs are a thermoplastic material, they can more easily be reused due to their capability of withstanding repeated melt processes. LSR will generally withstand high levels of exposure to cleaning and disinfecting chemicals, but is susceptible to attacks by concentrated solvents (gasoline, mineral spirits) and acids (sulfuric acid, carbonic acid, citric acid found in car batteries, sodas and juices).¹

With the new method, the discs’ ability to withstand failure during cycle testing was improved by a factor of 400, far exceeding the requirement of 180,000 cycles. With the new method, the discs’ ability to withstand failure during cycle testing was improved by a factor of 400, far exceeding the requirement of 180,000 cycles.

Proprietary composite formulations and technologies prevent voids and produce high-quality cores that withstand stringent electrical testing and end-use manufacturing stresses such as thermal overmolding and mechanical crimping.

With these high-performing properties, the Edgetek ET8900 CR materials are a fitting choice for high- touch applications, such as point-of-sale devices, that need to withstand frequent cleaning and disinfecting.

KEY CHARACTERISTICS • Customized density offering a wide range of specific gravities (1.5–11 gm/cm3) • Formulated with partially bio-based resin from renewable plant sources • Broad modulus range, from very flexible to very rigid grades • Corrosion resistance that withstands oxidization for long-term use and benefit • Chemical resistance that can be adapted depending on base resin as required • Provides visual surface effects, aesthetics and cool touch • Design flexibility and processing ease • Food contact compliance available MARKETS AND APPLICATIONS Applications in packaging and consumer goods in which a more sustainable solution is preferred: • Cosmetic caps and closures • Perfume caps • Spirit bottle caps • Luxury boxes • Handles and knobs SUSTAINABILITY BENEFITS • Formulated with partially bio-based resin from renewable plant sources • Reduces waste and supports the circular economy • Reduces carbon footprint compared to fossil feedstock alternatives • Simplifies manufacturing and lowers cost versus metal PRODUCT BULLETIN CHARACTERISTICS UNITS Gravi-Tech BIO GT5200-5077 FD Natural Gravi-Tech BIO RS5200-5001 RS FD Natural Gravi-Tech BIO RS5200-5001 RS FD Natural X1 Gravi-Tech BIO GT5200-5003 FD Black Gravi-Tech BIO GT5200-5004 FD Black Gravi-Tech BIO GT5200-5002 FD Black Base Resin Bio-based PP Bio-based PP Bio-based PP Bio-based PP Bio-based PP Bio-based PP Recycled Content/Filler g/cm Mineral Mineral Mineral Metallic Metallic Metallic Density (ISO 1183) g/ccm 1.90 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.5 3.0 AVAILABLE GRADES Copyright © 2023, Avient Corporation.

ISSUES WITH POST-CONSUMER RECYCLATES (PCR) Very often post-consumer recyclates (PCRs) are not of a good enough quality to withstand efficient processing, nor can they offer long-term stability for high-value or high-performance end applications.

COLORANTS & ADDITIVES FOR HEALTHCARE Essential polymer solutions for critical healthcare applications WHEN MATERIAL EXPERTISE IS CRITICAL AESTHETIC APPEAL Regulatory compliant and approved masterbatch colors use custom polymer colorants to achieve any shade SPECIAL EFFECTS Enhance your brand and stand apart with pearlescent, metallic, iridescent, fluorescent or thermo-chromatic effects SOLID TO LIQUID SOLUTIONS Choose from a full range of available color solutions, from liquid color to solid product forms ANTIMICROBIALS Efficacy performance and regulatory requirements are met in a wide range of resins compatible with Withstand™ antimicrobial technology SURFACE ENERGY MODIFICATION Additive technologies such as low retention, hydrophobic, lubricious, light diffusion, or anti-stat provide desired surface manipulation Materials used for today’s medical devices, parts and pharmaceutical packaging contribute significantly to performance and, in turn, to a patient’s health and well-being.

Types • Multi-filament • Spun Key Features • Excellent flame resistance • Excellent chemical resistance • Can withstand short-term heat exposure in temperatures > 1000C • Excellent thermal insulator • Low smoke and combustion toxicity • Very compatible with thermoset & thermoplastic resins Disadvantages • Low tensile strength • Low tensile modulus • Affected by oxidizing acids (i.e.