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Additives for Packaging


Additives for packaging, be it for polyolefins or PET (the widely used plastic in packaging), are used for processing and manufacturing performance improvements and allow materials to have an assortment of enhanced properties.

In addition, due to increased awareness of circular economy, manufacturers are turning to additives that allow recycling in packaging and for additives and masterbatches that are near-infrared (NIR) detectable.

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Nov 7, 2019 | Article

Bio-based Bacteria Beating Antimicrobial Additive Solutions!

By Donald Rosato

Explore the recent developments of bio-based antimicrobial additives in the field of food packaging plastics like multi-layer films, and medical devices such as TPU catheters & needleless...

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Nov 6, 2019 | Product News

ECKART Launches Effect Pigments for Food Packaging and more

ECKART has launched its new effect pigment solutions for plastics at K 2019. They have launched STAPA® WM SILVER FPG for sensitive plastic packaging (Food Packaging Grade) in metallic optics and...

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Nov 4, 2019 | Product News

Milliken’s Clarifying Agent for PP Earns Critical Guidance Recognition

Milliken Chemical’s clarifying agent has received Critical Guidance Recognition. The clarifier’s technology improves the aesthetics of PP and is compatible with plastic packaging recycling. Test...

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Oct 29, 2019 | Product News

DIC Develops Plant-derived Plasticizer for PVC, Food Packaging Applications

DIC Corporation has developed a new polyester plasticizer derived entirely from biomass resources and can be used in food contact materials. Plasticizers can impart flexibility to thermoplastic...

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Oct 22, 2019 | Industry News

Kaneka Showcases Bio-based Polymers for Food Contact Applications at K 2019

Kaneka is showcasing Kaneka Biodegradable Polymer PHBH™ technology at K 2019, following recent food contact material approval in the EU, Japan and the US. PHBH is biodegradable in natural...

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Oct 21, 2019 | Product News

Milliken Launches Performance Modifier for Food Packaging Market at K 2019

At K 2019, Milliken & Company will introduce the newest product in its family of DeltaMax™ Performance Modifiers. The additive can be used in different market segments, including food packaging...

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Oct 21, 2019 | Product News

Clariant Unveils Oxygen Scavenger Additive Masterbatches for PET Packaging at K 2019

Clariant has announced the creation of a new brand of patent protected oxygen scavenger additive masterbatches. The primary market for the masterbatch is PET packaging, although it may also be...

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Oct 16, 2019 | Product News

Milliken Introduces Sustainable Clarifier for PP at K 2019

Milliken has announced launch of Millad® NX® 8000 ECO, compatible with plastic packaging recycling. It yields durable end products with superb, glass-like clarity and addresses the growing trend for...

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Oct 16, 2019 | Product News

Clariant Unveils NIR-detectable Black Pigments for Packaging Plastics at K 2019

At K 2019, Clariant is launching the first range of near infrared (NIR)-detectable black pigments. Clariant's set of NIR black colorants preserves NIR identifiability of common packaging plastics...

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Oct 9, 2019 | Product News

Merck at K 2019 to Present Laser Marking Pigment for Packaging and more

Merck will present effect pigments for plastics applications with a focus on packaging at K 2019. Iriotec® laser sensitive materials allow fast, durable and contact-free marking for applications...

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