New Non-PFAS Mold Release Additive from Avient for High-Temperature Polymers to Help Enhance Manufacturing Efficiency

July 31, 2024

Avient Unveils New Non-PFAS Mold Release Additive for High-Temperature Polymers to Enhance Manufacturing Efficiency

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CLEVELAND – July 31, 2024 – Avient Corporation, a premier provider of specialty and sustainable materials solutions and services, is pleased to announce the launch of its latest mold release additive for high-temperature polymers. Formulated without intentionally added per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), this new non-PFAS additive can be used to enhance the manufacturing processes of high-pressure injection molding. Part of the Colorant Chromatics™ portfolio of high-temperature polymer additives, Evoluscend™ non-PFAS mold release additive is an innovative solution for boosting production efficiency and product quality for manufacturers.

Colorant Chromatics™ Evoluscend™ non-PFAS mold release additive for high-temperature polymers integrates directly into plastic materials and migrates to the surface during molding to facilitate a smooth demolding experience. This process can help reduce cycle times and boost productivity by reducing demolding times and protecting the mold and the manufactured plastic parts while utilizing an alternative to PFAS-based additives. Evoluscend™ additive is effective across a range of high-temperature polymers, including PPSU, PES, PSU, PEI, LCP, PPS, and PEEK. Furthermore, it can be combined with polymer colorants where color design is desired in a mold release application.

Key features of Evoluscend™ non-PFAS mold release additive include:

• High-Temperature Resistance: Effective across a range of high-temperature polymers with a maximum service temperature exceeding 150°C, this additive meets the rigorous demands of various manufacturing environments
• Compliance: Formulated without intentionally added fluoropolymers, fluoroelastomers, or other per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, Evoluscend™ additive offers a non-PFAS alternative to traditional products, supporting manufacturers sustainability goals and regulatory compliance initiatives
• Limiting Damage: By acting as a lubricant, Evoluscend™ additive can help limit mold damage, supporting the longevity and quality of the mold and the plastic products
• Boosting Productivity: By easing demolding times, Evoluscend™ additive benefits the overall cycle time of injection molding machines, improving throughput without use of PFAS-based additives

"With the launch of Colorant Chromatics™ Evoluscend™ non-PFAS mold release additive for high-temperature polymers, we are proud to offer a product that not only can meet the high standards of modern manufacturing but also can support the sustainability goals and regulatory compliance needs of our clients by offering an alternative to intentionally added PFAS materials," said Deborah Sondag, Global Marketing Manager, Colorant Chromatics at Avient. "These innovations underscore our commitment to advancing the manufacturing industry while doing more to help protect our planet."

Pre-tested to both FDA food contact requirements and ISO10993 (subparts 4, 5, 10, 11)requirements for healthcare applications, the new Evoluscend™ mold release additive for high-temperature polymers is available to manufacturers globally, helping to set new benchmarks in production efficiency without PFAS-based additives.

About Avient

Avient Corporation provides specialized and sustainable materials solutions that transform customer challenges into opportunities, bringing new products to life for a better world.Examples include:

• Dyneema®, the world's strongest fiber™, enables unmatched levels of performance and protection for end-use applications, including ballistic personal protection, marine and sustainable infrastructure and outdoor sports
• Unique technologies that improve the recyclability of products and enable recycled content to be incorporated, thus advancing a more circular economy
• Light-weighting solutions that replace heavier traditional materials like metal, glass and wood, which can improve fuel efficiency in all modes of transportation and reduce carbon footprint
• Sustainable infrastructure solutions that increase energy efficiency, renewable energy, natural resource conservation and fiber optic / 5G network accessibility

Avient is certified ACC Responsible Care®, a founding member of the Alliance to End PlasticWaste and certified Great Place to Work®. For more information, visit https://www.avient.com.

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Media contact
Nicole DeChant
Avient Corporation
nicole.dechant@avient.com