Oxodegradable additives

Oxo-degradation is the process of decomposing a material in the natural environment, without the participation of microorganisms, under the influence of external factors of light, oxygen and temperature. Oxo-degradable additives mean that the material in the finished product undergoes faster degradation. The advantage of using the additive is the fact that this type of packaging will decompose faster than made of pure polyethylene.

The oxo-degradation process involves photodegradation (UV radiation) and oxidation. Photodegradation is the use of UV rays for degradation, while oxidation occurs as a result of exposure to oxidizing agents and heat that progresses over time, which leads to complete degradation of polymers. The final stage of the described degradation process of plastics is the decomposition of powder remaining in the ground into CO2 and water.

The RUTALIA offer includes an additive causing oxo-degradation of PP, LDPE, HDPE, PS, ABS. The additive is used in the production of all injection products, in the production of films and bottles. The dosage of the additive is about 1%. The oxo-degradable additive is non-toxic and does not contain heavy metals.

The additive can be used with any material. The additive is widely used in the production of ecological carrier bags made of HDPE, LDPE, disposable dishes, bottles, garden foils, garbage bags. Eco-friendly carrier bags retain all the advantages of classic foil products - they are durable, strong, flexible, they can be safely transported and stored. Plastic bags with the addition of TDPA (Totally Degradable Plastics Additives) are degraded (fragmented, but not broken down into organic residues) in the natural environment within 18-24 months.