Dyes & additives

Plastics additives modify and enhance the properties of polymers. They are used e.g. to improve the plastification, stability and prevent oxidation and microbial attack. Very important group of plastics additives are pigments, which are used to create desired colours attractive for consumers.

News

Clariant expands stabilizer production and applications for plastics industry

Clariant has increased its stabilizer production capacity in China and introduced new solutions for artificial turf and medical polyolefin applications, addressing rising global demand for high-performance plastic additives.

Delta Tecnic reduces thermal increase in plastics exposed to sunlight by up to 30%

Delta Tecnic’s knowledge and extensive experience allow them to create formulations that are 30% more cost-effective while maintaining the same performance.

Archroma joins BioCircular Materials Alliance

Global coalition aims to move the fashion industry towards a circular future by utilizing renewable nature-driven materials.

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Kisuma Chemicals EMG Pre-K

Ampacet unveils low-halogen and halogen-free Flame retardant masterbatches at K 2025

Ampacet, a global masterbatch leader, will showcase its innovative flame retardant portfolio at K 2025, addressing evolving regulatory, safety, and supply chain demands in the plastics industry.

Lanxess at K 2025: focus on additives, colorants and pigments

Lanxess will showcase polymer additives, colorants and heat-stable inorganic pigments at K 2025 in Duesseldorf, highlighting new flame retardants, hydrolysis stabilizers, plasticizers and color solutions for engineering plastics.

Kisuma introduces magnesium additives for recycled plastics

Kisuma Chemicals is offering magnesium-based additive solutions to improve the performance and consistency of recycled plastics, with benefits such as odor reduction, melt flow and color retention, and gel reduction. The company will present the portfolio at K 2025, Hall 8B, booth H31.

Ekochem at K 2025: TPE-S and functional additives

At K 2025, Ekochem will present developments in TPE-S thermoplastic elastomers, combining rubber properties with the functionality of plastics.

Gabriel-Chemie marks 75 years with focus on innovation

Masterbatch producer Gabriel-Chemie celebrated its 75th anniversary with employees from eight international locations, highlighting decades of growth, customer collaboration and sustainability initiatives.

Palsgaard to present plant-based polymer additives at K 2025

Palsgaard will present plant-based polymer additives at K 2025, led by the new Einar 987 anti-fouling additive and supported by anti-static and anti-fog solutions for plastics processing and packaging.

Rutalia to showcase masterbatches and additives at K 2025

Rutalia Masterbatches & Additives will present color masterbatches, additives, desiccants, modifiers, stabilizers, fillers and carbon black at K 2025. The company notes options for weathering resistance, UV protection and process efficiency, as well as grades for less demanding applications.

Continental first to use Lanxess’ sustainable rubber additive

Continental is the first tire maker to use Lanxess's ISCC PLUS-certified Vulkanox HS Scopeblue, a TMQ antioxidant with a carbon footprint more than 30 percent lower than the conventional grade and no required process changes.