Thermoplastic Compounds with Bio-Filler Content
Avient expands portfolio of sustainable thermoplastic compounds
A line of new compounds based on commodity thermoplastics such as PP which contain 15% to 20% of a biobased filler sourced from plant waste that would otherwise be landfilled in newly available from Avient. The new resound NF bio-filled product line further strengthens Avient’s sustainable solutions portfolio and responds to customer needs.
The new materials reportedly have a pleasing aesthetic compared to alternative natural fiber-filled polymer grades, are fully colorable, and can be formulated to meet various regulatory compliance standards, making them suitable for consumer applications such as household items and personal care products.
One early adopter of the new materials is Turkish toothbrush brand, Difaş. Looking to differentiate in the market and meet the desires of consumers, Difaş worked with Avient to develop a solution for toothbrush handles, combs, and hairbrush handles that utilizes natural filler while also offering high-end colorability and durability. “The new bio-filled polymer from Avient has enabled us to reduce the carbon footprint of a range of our products by reducing the consumption of petroleum-based polymers. This has enabled us to work toward our sustainability goals, while bringing new competitive solutions to the market,” said Cevdet Yüceler, owner and chairman of the board at Difaş.
“Demand is rising for consumer products that utilize more recycled and renewable materials. Avient material science experts are continuously developing innovative solutions that enable our customers to achieve their sustainability goals and reduce overall impact on the world’s resources,” said Matt Mitchell, director, global marketing at Avient.
The new product line joins several other sustainable product lines introduced by Avient over the last few years including:
▪ reSound R recycled content TPEs.
▪ reSound OM biobased TPEs based on biopolymers derived from sugarcane with up to 50% biobased content.
▪ Nymax PIR post-industrial recycled nylon 66 and 6 formulations with up to 100% recycled content.
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