Today's KNOWLEDGE Share : Cost Effective Flame-retardant Synergist

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Today's KNOWLEDGE Share

CAI Performance Additives announces the launch of ST-FR322™ flame retardant synergist.

ST-FR322™ is an environmentally friendly alternative that delivers exceptional performance and cost savings for a wide range of plastic applications.


Offering Safe Alternative to FRs Containing Antimony Trioxide:

ST-FR322™ is a unique organic and inorganic complex substance, free from harmful heavy metals. This innovative additive offers a compelling alternative to traditional flame retardants containing antimony trioxide, which raise environmental and health concerns.


The product shows a powerful synergistic effect when combined with halogenated flame retardants. It effectively replaces antimony trioxide in equal amounts in various plastics, including PA, PBT, ABS, HIPS, PS, PVC, PP, PE, EVA, and more.


Remarkably, ST-FR322™ achieves the same level of flame retardancy as antimony trioxide while offering several additional benefits:


Reduced smoke production

Anti-dripping effect

Cost savings

Improved processing

Excellent thermal stability


ST-FR322™ delivers superior performance, environmental responsibility, and cost-effectiveness, making it an ideal choice for a variety of plastic applications.


Company’s commitment to provide innovative solutions for the plastics industry, and the introduction of ST-FR322™ is just one example of their dedication to delivering superior products that meet the evolving needs of our customers. ST-FR322™ is available now in commercial quantities.


Source: CAI Performance Additives/polymer-additives.specialchem.com

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