The new materials have a pleasing aesthetic compared to alternative natural fiber-filled polymer grades, are fully colorable, and can be formulated to meet various regulatory compliance standards, making them suitable for consumer applications such as household items and personal care products. 

And, because they are produced under Mevopur protocols, these polymer solutions also can help the manufacturers reduce their risk of regulatory non-compliance.”

OnCap Aversive uses only low-concern biocidal chemicals officially authorized by the European Union, leaving cable manufacturers with no doubts about EU compliance.

Our commitment to sustainable water management extends beyond compliance with regulatory requirements—we proactively seek opportunities to enhance water efficiency and maximize the reuse of wastewater across our facilities.

Documentation supporting relevant product safety and compliance data is available to all customers.

Backed by robust bio-compatibility pre-testing, healthcare quality systems, and change control standards, these ‘medical grade’ concentrates and pre-color formulations can help minimize risk and avoid high costs of non-compliance.

Is there a benchmark of carbon emissions you need to reach? Reducing your carbon footprint can help reach carbon neutrality commitments to your stakeholders.

Regulatory / Compliance Demands  Ensuring you have approved material for your application use case is critical. REACH

Regulatory / Compliance Demands  Ensuring you have approved material for your application use case is critical. REACH

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