Alternative plasticizer-Metalest DOA Mexico

  • Alternative plasticizer-Metalest DOA Mexico
  • Alternative plasticizer-Metalest DOA Mexico
  • Alternative plasticizer-Metalest DOA Mexico
  • What is DOA in plasticizers?
  • DOA, or Dioctyl adipate, is a light colored, oily liquid plasticizer used in PVC. It is generally used alone or blended with other plasticizers. In PVC, DOA provides flexibility at low temperatures, good electrical properties, good resistance to weathering, and good stability to heat.
  • What is DOA (Dioctyl adipate)?
  • DOA, or dioctyl adipate, is a light colored, oily liquid used as a plasticizer for PVC. It can be used alone or blended with other plasticizers. DOA, also known as Bis (2-Ethylhexyl) Adipate, is a phthalate free plasticizer alternative.
  • Can DeHa be used as a plasticizer?
  • Greater than 80% of DEHA in the U.S. is used in food contact related applications (Malveda et al., 2021), but outside of this application, DEHA is not usually used as a primary plasticizer but as a secondary plasticizer together with other plasticizers in formulations to improve low temperature flexibility (Godwin and Krauskopf, 2008).
  • Can plasticizers be used as substitutes for ortho-phthalates?
  • Over the past 10 years methods have been developed for key alternative plasticizers, which is needed and important since some of the plasticizers may be used as substitutes for ortho-phthalates, particularly in sensitive applications.
  • Which plasticizers are used in food packaging & processing?
  • Available assessments and studies show that the plasticizers currently used in food packaging and processing, ATBC, DEHA, DINCH, DOTP, and ESBO, are well-studied and demonstrate low toxicity. Monomeric plasticizers also show minimal migration in aqueous and low alcohol foods and are well-suited for these applications.
  • Where are mexiflex® plasticizers made?
  • Under the brand MEXIFLEX®, we produce plasticizers for PVC compounds at our facility in Altamira (Mexico). We also produce phthalic anhydride. Vertical integration allows us the flexibility to manage the supply chain. It also gives us the innovative ability to create materials to our exact specifications.

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