As designers struggle to create packages that stand out with a distinctive visual look to prompt an initial purchase, they’re also looking for more: a tactile quality that conveys a message, a material that supports sustainability goals, and one that improves a product’s functionality. GLS TPEs can be customized for various color effects, levels of opacity and different types of feel and texture.

To help address these needs in North America and globally, Avient offers a broad portfolio of specialty formulations including UL 94 recognized colorants, flame retardants, antimicrobial technology, special visual effects, and more.  

When molded in to plastic parts, these metallic shades deliver a long lasting, like-new appearance and a differentiating effect. The visual impression replicates most paint applications while also lowering costs and reducing processing steps. KEY CHARACTERISTICS • Available in standard metallic finishes or custom colors • Premium grade special-effect pigments • Uniquely formed particles provide an enhanced metallic effect • Molded-in color eliminates scratching or chipping • Cost effective replacement for painted, plated or metal parts MARKETS AND APPLICATIONS OnColor Brilliant Metallic Colorants add depth and vibrancy to: • Packaging, including premium cosmetics or luxury caps • Transportation, such as interior or exterior automotive trim and components • Consumer goods • Appliances www.avient.com Copyright © 2020, Avient Corporation.

When molded in to plastic parts, these metallic shades deliver a long lasting, like-new appearance and a differentiating effect. The visual impression replicates most paint applications while also lowering costs and reducing processing steps. KEY CHARACTERISTICS • Available in standard metallic finishes or custom colors • Premium grade special-effect pigments • Uniquely formed particles provide an enhanced metallic effect • Molded-in color eliminates scratching or chipping • Cost effective replacement for painted, plated or metal parts MARKETS AND APPLICATIONS OnColor Brilliant Metallic Colorants add depth and vibrancy to: • Packaging, including premium cosmetics or luxury caps • Transportation, such as interior or exterior automotive trim and components • Consumer goods • Appliances www.avient.com Copyright © 2020, Avient Corporation.

Recently developed Avient technology yields foam with smaller and more uniform cells so that processors can use 10-20% less plastic to create components that are visually identical to heavier, solid-walled parts. Optimized metallic effect in automotive bumper

Custom color masterbatches pre-tested to ISO, US Pharmacopeia, European Pharmacopeia, and ICH Q3D protocols to boost visual appeal Color design services, including color consultation, color trend forecast, and collaborative design of color and special effect concepts

Using pre-colored solutions from Transcend Premier Healthcare Colorants, the customer was able to deliver high-quality medical instruments that can not only withstand chemical disinfectants but are also easier to visually differentiate. These resins also maintain dimensional stability while providing chemical resistance against the effects of harsh cleaning agents.  

Artisan™ AR7300 pre-colored thermoplastics are customized ABS formulations to help manufacturers achieve brilliant and high-gloss metallic effect, excellent chemical resistance, and scratch resistance Cutting-edge liquid toner for polycarbonate resins that provides visual clarity for PC and improves aesthetics on the product surface

Special effect colorants Pre-tested special effect solutions to enhance the visual appeal of devices and packaging and encourage patients to adhere to their treatment Mevopur™ Special Effects for Healthcare Devices and Pharmaceutical Packaging

This includes enhanced metallic surface finishes and handles for personal, oral, skin, and cosmetic products to add visual appeal that connotes high quality and value. Developed to meet the growing demand for applications with a luxurious look but with a cost-effective alternative to metal, the new formulations pass strict drop test requirements and provide excellent low-temperature impact performance. Besides pre-colored options and application-specific surface effects, the new Gravi-Tech materials are available in several special grades for vacuum metallization.