Polyolefin Alloys (TPV's) USP tests are designed to provide information on biological effects of polymer materials used in containers. When parts contain cores or cut-outs, as the elastomer shrinks it can tighten around the tooling, making removal difficult.

Polyolefin Alloys (TPV's) USP tests are designed to provide information on biological effects of polymer materials used in containers. When parts contain cores or cut-outs, as the elastomer shrinks it can tighten around the tooling, making removal difficult.

SHANGHAI, China – February 27, 2023 – Today, Avient Corporation announced the expansion of its reSound™ REC Recycled Content Thermoplastic Elastomers portfolio to include more sustainable grades containing up to 45 percent post-consumer recycled (PCR) content. The new PCR-containing reSound REC formulations are initially available in three grades with up to 45 percent PCR content from recycled lubricant oil and food packaging, covering a hardness range from 40 to 60 Shore A. At the same time, PCR-containing formulations can help manufacturers, designers, and brand owners close the gap on ambitious sustainability targets by lowering carbon emissions.  

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Product integrity can be maintained, even in lightweight containers, and containers are fully recyclable Does not impact clarity of the PET container

National Association for PET Container Resources (NAPCOR) The National Association for PET Container Resources (NAPCOR) is the trade association representing the PET plastic packaging industry across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, promoting sustainability, recycling, and innovation in PET applications. PET Container Recycling Europe (PetCore)

The launch includes new grades in Europe that contain over 80 percent recycled content, as well as versions in North America and Asia that are compatible with PC, ABS, and PC/ABS overmolding. The grade contains 30 percent PIR content at 80 Shore A hardness and is compatible with consumer electronics applications such as phone cases.   The PIR grades are formulated with 20 to 60 percent recycled content and the PCR grades contain 9 to 39 percent recycled food packaging. 

GLS recommended a Versalloy™ thermoplastic vulcanizate (TPV) alloy for excellent surface quality, easy processing with excellent flow, and high tear strength.

GLS recommended a Versalloy™ thermoplastic vulcanizate (TPV) alloy for excellent surface quality, easy processing with excellent flow, and high tear strength.

With the composites market transitioning from traditional materials like aluminum alloy or steel to long fiber composites, we are seeing an increasing need for an integrated approach that includes material formulation, component design, and forming process," says Flight Xu, general manager, Specialty Engineered Materials Asia at Avient.