Plasticizers-Polymer Additives America

  • Plasticizers-Polymer Additives America
  • Plasticizers-Polymer Additives America
  • Plasticizers-Polymer Additives America
  • What are polymer additives?
  • Polymer additives that improve processing, while enhancing mechanical performance and visual appeal for multiple polymer systems. Plasticizers are used in materials to increase elasticity, ultimately to increase overall flexibility.
  • What is a plasticizer chemistry?
  • Plasticizers are the most used additives in the plastics industry. They are generally available as non-volatile, colorless liquids. They improve the properties of the polymer. With several plasticizer chemistries available in the market choosing the right one can be daunting. In this guide, you will read more about:
  • What are plasticizers & how do they work?
  • Plasticizers are non-volatile organic substances (mainly liquids) added into a plastic or elastomer. They are also usually cheaper than other additives. They improve the following properties of the polymers: Plasticizers increase the flow and thermoplasticity of a polymer.
  • Are plasticizers compatible with polymers?
  • They are highly compatible with polymers and can be added in large quantities. For example: up to 50% of vinyl gloves are made up of plasticizers, which make the PVC flexible and soft enough to wear. A secondary plasticizer is one that typically cannot be used as the sole plasticizer in a plasticized polymer.
  • What is a polymeric plasticizer?
  • Polymeric plasticizers are typically made from aliphatic dibasic acids such as adipic acid and diols. They are primarily valued for their permanence. These plasticizers are generally classified as polyesters, not adipates. Many have low solvency for PVC and high viscosity. Both these factors can make processing f-PVC compounds difficult.
  • Are polymeric plasticizers adipates?
  • These plasticizers are generally classified as polyesters, not adipates. Many have low solvency for PVC and high viscosity. Both these factors can make processing f-PVC compounds difficult. Many have poor low-temperature properties and may be sensitive to moisture. Check out the table below for the benefits of polymeric plasticizers.

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