They also add important characteristics, such as SWELLCOAT® water-blocking, water repellence, adhe- sion, color, and wear and UV-resistance to these and many other applications.

They also add important characteristics, such as SWELLCOAT® water-blocking, water repellence, adhe- sion, color, and wear and UV-resistance to these and many other applications.

They also add important characteristics, such as SWELLCOAT® water-blocking, water repellence, adhe- sion, color, and wear and UV-resistance to these and many other applications.

In order to ensure the middle layer in a face mask can effectively block up to 95% of airborne particles, the material requires the addition of a specific additive prior to the meltblown stage followed by a process known as electret charging.

MEVOPUR COLORANTS • Standard colors in PP and PE to shorten time-to-market • Custom colors matched to Pantone, RAL or other color reference • White colorants for pharmaceutical packaging for LDPE, HDPE and PP with opacity to reach USP chapter MEVOPUR FUNCTIONAL ADDITIVES • Antistatic formulation with good flow/impact for injection molding • Amide- and amine-free antistatic for film in contact with API (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients) • UV blocking for transparent PP and PE packaging to meet USP chapter • Non-migrating friction reduction/processing aid for PE and PP • Laser marking/welding additive for fast, reliable marking/assembly • MVTR (Moisture Vapor Transmission Rate) reduction for HDPE to improve shelf-life • Thermal protection of the polymer during processing • Gamma/e-beam sterilization protection for PP (up to 50kGy) with color compensation for reduced yellowing REGULATORY SUPPORT • Raw materials tested to: - ISO 10993-1 and USP biological evaluation - European Pharmacopeia 3.1.3/3.1.5 (polyolefin) - USP (polyethylene) - ICH Q3D elemental impurities • Registered Drug Master File (Type III) and/or Device Master File • Food contact established with FDA/EU* APPLICATION BULLETIN * FDA/EU compliance information available upon request Bormed™ is a registered trademark of Borealis Healthcare use limitations apply—see below.

Filler Yarns/Core Fillers (not visible) • PET, Polyester, Kevlar yarns coated with Swellcoat (absorbs and blocks water) 7. Binder • PET, Polyester, Kevlar yarns coated with Swellcoat (absorbs and blocks water) 2 3 4 5 7 6 8 9. Buffer thread (inside tubes) • PET, Polyester, Kevlar yarns coated with Swellcoat (absorbs and blocks water) 8.

STAGE SOLUTION CAPABILITIES Polymer Recycling ColorMatrix™ rePrize™ - Increases intrinsic viscosity to enhance use of recycled PET - Reduces yellowing and decontamination Materials Selection ColorMatrix™ Joule™ RHB - Reduces the energy required and costs - Ensures minimal yellowing and light-weighting Preform Molding ColorMatrix™ AAzure™ - Reduces yellowing and acetaldehyde levels for improved bottled strength Preform Molding ColorWorks™ - Provides a range of possible colors for end products based on the color of the rPET available for use Preform Molding Rejoin™ PCR Masterbatch - Combines pigments and functional additives with a 100% PCR carrier for polyolefins - Enables packaging that is 100% PCR Bottle Blowing & Filling ColorMatrix™ Optica™ - Excellent acid & thermal stability to reduce yellowing and create a haze-free container Bottle Blowing & Filling ColorMatrix™ Smartheat RHC™ Process Aid - Optimizes weight distribution to increase bottle strength and quality - Reduces energy required and costs Sales, Distribution, Consumption ColorMatrix™ Amosorb™ - Scavenges oxygen to extend the shelf life and preserve the freshness of food or beverages within container Sales, Distribution, Consumption ColorMatrix™ Ultimate™ UV - Blocks ultraviolet light transmission to protect the container and its contents - Enables light-weighting Sales, Distribution, Consumption ColorMatrix™ Lactra™ - High-performance light blocking that extends the shelf life of light-sensitive dairy products Taking the Next Steps Move Your Sustainability to the Next Level Because sustainable material solutions and technology are evolving at the speed of life, it takes fresh thinking, agile R & D, and imaginative use of next-generation materials to bring life-changing products to market safely and quickly.

ECCOH™ LSFOH 6153/6154 UV Formulations Improved processing speeds & greater gel resistance for optical fiber cables ECCOH™ LSFOH 6153 UV and 6154 UV grades are low smoke, fume, non-halogen material solutions for optical fiber cables with increased processing speeds and greater resistance to chemicals such as gel water blocking compounds, used to protect optical fibers.

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They also add important characteristics, such as SWELLCOAT® water-blocking, water repellence, adhe- sion, color, and wear and UV-resistance to these and many other applications.