https://www.avient.com/resource-center/knowledge-base/article/hit-comfort-zone-soft-touch-grips?ind%5B0%5D=6596
When overmolded, GLS TPEs bond permanently and virtually seamlessly to many different plastic substrates, including polypropylene (PP), polycarbonate (PC), acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS), PC/ABS, copolyester, polyamide (nylon) and polystyrene (PS).
Impactful Color: TPEs can be customized with bright colors and special effects such as glimmers, sparkles and pearlescents, as well as shine levels such as eye-catching high gloss, which conveys a high-tech, high-fashion aesthetic.
TPEs play an important role in this evolution by enabling designers to add ergonomic grips in appealing textures and colors.
https://www.avient.com/industries/packaging/cosmetics-packaging/skin-care
Polymer Colorants
Color Cosmetics
Making the Most of Color: Smart Colorants™
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-01/virtual-reality-application-bulletin.pdf
A LOOK INTO THE FUTURE VIRTUAL REALITY APPLICATION BULLETIN AESTHETIC APPEAL Metallic and Custom Effects, FDA-Approved Masterbatch Colorants SOLUTION: Custom Polymer Colorants, Pre-Colored Resins WEARABLE COMFORT Flexibility, Skin- Compatible Comfort, Soft Touch, Heat Reduction SOLUTION: Thermoplastic Elastomers (TPEs), Thermoplastic Urethanes (TPUs), Silicone, Nylon (PA) FUNCTIONALITY Impact Resistance, Dimensional Stability, Strength SOLUTION: Copolyester, PC/ Polyester Blends, Polycarbonate, Styrenics BETTER EXPERIENCES.
DURABILITY Impact Strength, Rigid or Flexible Materials SOLUTION: Thermoplastic Elastomers (TPEs), Thermoplastic Urethanes (TPUs), Copolyester, Polycarbonate, PC Blends, PMMA, Styrenics, Nylon (PA), Silicone SURFACE PROTECTION Performance Enhancing Additives SOLUTION: Antimicrobial Additives, Scratch and Mar Additives ERGONOMICS Soft Touch, Easy to Grip SOLUTION: Thermoplastic Elastomers (TPEs), Thermoplastic Urethanes (TPUs), Silicone TOUGHNESS Impact Strength, Chemical Resistance SOLUTION: PC/Polyester Blends, Copolyester WEAR PERFORMANCE Wear-Resistance SOLUTION: Polyester (PET), Nylon (PA), Acetal (POM) DISCOVER.
https://www.avient.com/resources-0?document_type=59&document_subtype=0&industry=0&product_family=0&product_name=0&op=FILTER RESULTS&form_id=resource_filter_form&page=42
OnColor™ RC Environmental Black Color Concentrate
OnColor™ HC Colorants used to streamline color development and production of dental floss containers
The focus for this study was to develop thermoplastic elastomer compounds that would overmold onto substrates made from Nylon (PA), Polycarbonate (PC), Acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS), and PC/ABS alloys
https://www.avient.com/investor-center/news/future-mobility-innovations-gain-traction-visionary-polyone-materials-and-services-portfolio
Reduced VOCs: Eliminating paint with a metallic colorant for vehicle exterior components to reduce cost and remove VOC emissions
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-08/resound-r-pc-phone-case-one-pager-case-study.pdf
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KEY REQUIREMENTS • Post-consumer recycled material to reduce carbon footprint • Maintain high transparent color even after using recycled PC • Stable color range and strict black spot control https://www.avient.com/products/engineered-polymer-formulations/eco-conscious-formulations/resound-r-pc-recycled-polycarbonate-solutions
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Avient Expands High-Performance Recycled-Content Polycarbonate Solutions for Electrical & Electronics Industry to EMEA
Avient Expands High-Performance Recycled Polycarbonate Solutions fo...
Avient Expands High-Performance Recycled-Content Polycarbonate Solutions for Electrical & Electronics Industry to EMEA...
https://www.avient.com/news/avient-launches-resound-r-recycled-content-portfolios-north-america-and-asia
Launching today are reSound R VX TPEs, reSound R ND polyamides, and reSound R PC polycarbonates.
Recycled-content polycarbonates
For the Asia market, Avient now offers reSound R PC, a range of polycarbonates with glass filler levels from 10 to 30 percent and recycled content ranging from 25 to 75 percent.
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/article/three-ways-soft-touch-enhances-consumer-products
Specialized chemistries enable TPEs to adhere to many different plastic substrates, including polypropylene (PP), polycarbonate (PC), acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS), PC/ABS, copolyester, polyamide, and polystyrene, for a seamless and permanent bond.
Texture, Color, and Special Effects
TPEs are available in a wide array of colors and effects that can amplify their sensory qualities and contribute to brand identity and shelf appeal.
https://www.avient.com/news/avient-launches-new-resound-rec-thermoplastic-elastomers-recycled-content-pc/abs-overmolding
The new formulations are Avient’s first PCR-containing TPE technology developed primarily for overmolding polycarbonate (PC), acrylic butadiene styrene (ABS), and PC/ABS blends in applications from consumer electronics, cosmetics packaging, and personal care items to power tools and toys.
Avient is also working to extend the portfolio with customized grades to meet specific application needs like color, hardness, and required recycled content percentage.