Plasticizer

Description

Plasticizers are added to polymers to modify their properties in a targeted way. They position themselves between the polymer chains and reduce the intermolecular forces between them. As a result, the chains can move more easily, making the polymer more flexible, stretchable, and less brittle. At the same time, the glass transition temperature decreases, which allows the material to remain more elastic even at low temperatures. Plasticizers also improve processability because the polymer flows more easily, can be mixed more efficiently, and can be shaped into the desired form.

Biesterfeld distributes a wide selection of different Plasticizers, suitable for a large variety of applications and systems.

Product data

Product nameChemical nameDescription
Mesamoll®Alkyl sulfonatesCompatible with many polymers including PVC, polyurethanes, acrylates, and rubber a. o. applications; Food contact approvals for some grades
Adimoll®AdipatesCompatible with many polymers including PVC, PVC/NBR, Rubbers, PUR foams a. o. applications; Food contact approvals for some grades
Ultramoll®Poly-adipatesPolymeric Plasticizer; especially suited for food contact applications
Unimoll®Glycerine acetatesDeveloped for food contact application, e.g., cling films; Manufactured synthetically from abt. 80% renewable raw materials & bio-based sources
Triacetine®Glycerol triacetateSecondary plasticizer in PVC & suitable for Adhesives, Cosmetics a. o. applications; Food contact approvals
K-Flex®BenzoatesCompatible with vinyl applications, as coalescent for coatings a. o. applications

Tradename(s)

  • Mesamoll®; Adimoll®; Ultramoll®; Unimoll®; Triacetine®; K-Flex®

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