Color Design Choices such as interior and exterior colors, wheel design, and amenities such as sunroofs are now a given. In the same way that a consumer can choose paint and upholstery options, the panels on the C4 Cactus auto are available in a range of colors.

Available in both halogen and non-halogen formulations, they can be combined with colors, including over 2,000 OnColor™ UL 94 Colorants, eliminating extra UL listing approval steps.  Lastly, molded-in color (MIC) metallics offer a means of eliminating paint resulting in reduced VOCs and fewer processing steps for energy savings and a lower carbon footprint.   Learn more about Avient's colorant and additive solutions for EV charging equipment

Available in both halogen and non-halogen formulations, they can be combined with colors, including over 2,000 OnColor™ UL 94 Colorants, eliminating extra UL listing approval steps.  Lastly, molded-in color (MIC) metallics offer a means of eliminating paint resulting in reduced VOCs and fewer processing steps for energy savings and a lower carbon footprint.   Learn more about Avient's colorant and additive solutions for EV charging equipment

Available in both halogen and non-halogen formulations, they can be combined with colors, including over 2,000 OnColor™ UL 94 Colorants, eliminating extra UL listing approval steps.  Lastly, molded-in color (MIC) metallics offer a means of eliminating paint resulting in reduced VOCs and fewer processing steps for energy savings and a lower carbon footprint.   Learn more about Avient's colorant and additive solutions for EV charging equipment

Avient will also showcase its sustainable portfolio of polymer colorants, additives, and services at the conference. Our commitment to sustainability is evident across all aspects of our operations, from our solutions to our initiatives, which is why we are proud to support plastics recycling in Mexico and Latin America,” said Alessandra Neves, Senior Marketing and Sustainability Manager, Color and Additives LATAM at Avient. Our colorants and additives can increase the recyclability of plastic packaging without compromising performance.”

SmartHeat RHC improves preform and bottle color, clarity, mechanical strength, and processability.   Wei Zhang at PTI, a package engineering firm, commented that SmartHeat RHC demonstrated “impressive color performance.”    For applications requiring color or toning, SmartHeat RHC is also available as SmartHeat Tint, a range of recycle-friendly colors for preforms and bottles or SmartHeat Tone, toners suitable for use in rPET.

New at Pharmapack are color and additive masterbatches based on a PE carrier that is manufactured using non-fossil feedstocks. As drop-in replacements for fossil-based color concentrates, they can be processed the same way and recycled in the same recycling channels as conventional fossil-based polyolefins. MEVOPUR pre-colored formulations based on bio-derived PE are also being introduced today for customers who prefer ready-to-use solutions. 

OnColor™ REC Polymer Colorants OnColor™ REC Polymer Colorants are derived from recycled content, making them a sustainable alternative to concentrates using virgin carbon black. A PCF calculation for the use of OnColor REC colorants is available on request. These versatile colorants can be used in multiple resins and are available in standard or custom color solutions.

Rejoin™ PCR Colorants Rejoin™ PCR Colorants use post-consumer recycled (PCR) material as a carrier resin to effectively enable 100% PCR packaging.. With Rejoin PCR Colorants, formulations can include both pigments and functional additives in one solution. Color and mechanical properties are not negatively affected during manufacture.

Artisan™ Pre-Colored Thermoplastics High-Gloss Nylon (PA6) Formulations High-performing, durable products are at the forefront of consumer demands. Artisan™ Pre-Colored Thermoplastics mimic the vibrant, high-gloss appearance of paint, while offering premium UV stability, minimized scratch appearance, and inherent corrosion resistance. TECHNICAL BULLETIN Characteristics Artisan™ Nylon Solution Painted Metal Painted Plastic Traditional Molded-in Color Impact Modified Nylon PA Ionomer Alloy Aesthetic Very Good Excellent Excellent Good Very Good Very Good Scratch Appearance Excellent Poor Poor Good Excellent Excellent Scratch & Mar Resistance Very Good Excellent Excellent Poor Very Good Excellent Color Customization Good Excellent Excellent Very Good Good Good Stress Whitening Excellent Fair Fair Poor Excellent Excellent Weatherability Good Excellent Excellent Very Good Good Very Good Temperature Performance Good Excellent Fair Fair Fair Good Corrosion Resistance Excellent Fair Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Processability One Step Multi Step Multi Step One Step One Step Complex One Step Total Production Cost $$$ $$$$$ $$$$ $$ $$$ $$$$ Order Quantity Restrictions Some Some Some None More More COMPARISON OF NYLON, METAL, AND PLASTIC Properties Test Method Artisan™ AR6000-0007 HI UV* Gloss Level** Gloss reading at 60 degrees 80-93 Molding Shrinkage – Across Flow ASTM D955 0.009 to 0.013 in/in Tensile Strength (Yield) ASTM D638 7300 psi Tensile Strength (Break) ASTM D638 5300 psi Tensile Elongation (Yield) ASTM D638 6.0% Flexural Modulus ASTM D790 270500 psi Flexural Strength (Yield) ASTM D790 9950 psi Notched Izod Impact ASTM D256 -4°F (-20°C) 5 ft-lb/in 73°F (23°C) 11 ft-lb/in Unnotched Izod Impact ASTM D256 -4°F (-20°C) 29 ft-lb/in 73°F (23°C) 30 ft-lb/in Color & Aesthetics*** Green, medium blue, dark blue, red, orange, white, gray, black Color customization available based on specific needs KEY PROPERTIES Features: high-gloss finish, UV stability, scratch resistance, chemical/corrosion resistance, cold temperature impact resistance, heat resistance * Reflects average of several colors, properties shift slightly depending on color ** Gloss level varies based on tooling temperature *** UV data available upon request Copyright © 2023, Avient Corporation.