- Masterbatch
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Masterbatch is a solid or liquid additive for plastic used for coloring plastics (color masterbatch) or imparting other properties to plastics (additive masterbatch).
Applications of additive masterbatches
Additive masterbatches modify various properties of the base plastic:[1]
- ultraviolet light resistance
- flame retardant
- anti-static
- lubrication
- anti-slip
- corrosion inhibitors for metals packaged in plastic
- anti-microbials
- anti-oxidants
- extrusion aids
Notes
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- Plastics
- Dyes
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