Plastic additives

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Additive - Materials added in minor amounts to basic resins or compounds to improve a polymer's performance during processing, or tailor a polymer's performance capabilities for end use.

• antimicrobials

to control the build up of bacteria, Fungi and Algae on the surface

• antioxidants

for higher temperature stability

• antistatics

to prevent the build up of static electric charge

• fibers

added to increase strength and stiffness

• plasticizers

for flexibility

• lubricants

for easier molding or for increasing adhesion and viscosity of the molded parts

• UV stabilizers

for resistance to sunlight

• fillers

for economy

• flame retardants, smoke suppressants, and conductive fibers or flakes

provide special properties for certain applications.

See also

List of plastic additives