https://www.avient.com/news/polyone-launches-new-eccoh-lsfoh-grades-optical-fiber-cables
With processing speeds up to 1000m/minute and a much lower melting point than PBT (a traditional OFC jacketing material), these new ECCOH™ grades enable faster processing and reduced energy use during manufacturing.
In addition, they maintain performance at reduced wall thickness and are easily colorable.
With improved processability, reduced energy use, and lower minimum wall thickness, these new materials are an ideal alternative to PBT in gel-filled stranded loose tube optical fiber applications.”
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-medical-devices-selection-guide.pdf
At Avient Distribution, we help you
solve your toughest application
challenges by providing a specialized
approach to the latest material,
colorant and additive technologies.
Copolyester, Polyester & PC/Polyester Blends
Copolyester
Eastman Tritan™
(Copolyester)
High chemical resistance to a wide variety of hospital disinfectants;
excellent toughness and impact resistance after disinfection; retains color and gloss
after sterilization and disinfection; does not contain BPA, BPS or halogens
Polybutylene
Terephthalate
(PBT)
DuPont™ Crastin® & Rynite®
(FR-PBT)
30% glass reinforced; flame retardant; good mold flow and electrical properties;
high strength, stiffness, dimensional stability and heat resistance
Polycarbonate/
Polyester
(PC/PET) &
Polycarbonate/
Polybutylene
Terephthalate
(PC/PBT)
Covestro Makroblend®
(FR-PC/PET) & (FR-PC/PBT)
Strength; toughness; chemical resistance; flame retardant
Covestro Makroblend®
(Non-FR PC/PBT)
Strength; toughness; chemical resistance; limited biocompatibility
Trinseo EMERGE™
(FR-PC/PET)
Chemical resistance; ignition resistance; limited biocompatibility
PA, PVC, PC & PMMA
Polyamide
(Nylon, PA)
Avient Trilliant™ XR
Radiation Shielding (PA)
Radiation shielding; green alternative for lead replacement;
enhanced design freedom vs. lead; available in hard and soft durometers
Arkema Rilsan® MED (PA11) &
Rilsamid® MED (PA12)
Chemical resistance; transparent and opaque; easy processing; creep resistance;
temperature resistance; BPA-free; sterilizable by gamma, EtO and steam
Polyvinyl
Chloride
(PVC)
GEON Performance Solutions
Resilience™ HC (PVC)
Excellent chemical resistance; good strength and stiffness; very good surface quality;
inherently flame resistant; available in all medical colors; excellent solvent bonding to PVC
Polycarbonate
(PC)
Trinseo EMERGE™ (PC) Ignition resistant; transparent and opaque; glass-filled also available
PolyMethyl
Methacrylate
(PMMA)
Trinseo Plexiglas® Acrylics
(PMMA)
Clarity; easy processing; chemical resistance; BPA free; ideal for light piping and lenses
Styrenics & FR-PC/ABS Blends
Styrenics
Trinseo MAGNUM™ (ABS) Opaque; custom colors; excellent impact and flow; low residuals; full biocompatibility
INEOS Styrolution
Terlux® HD (MABS)
Good clarity; good heat and overall chemical resistance;
good impact strength; good solvent bonding to PVC; outstanding surface quality
INEOS Styrolution
Lustran® & Novodur ® HD (ABS)
Opaque appearance; outstanding chemical resistance; high impact strength;
excellent balance of properties; ease of processability; bondable
FR-
Polycarbonate/
ABS
(FR-PC/ABS)
Covestro Bayblend®
(FR-PC/ABS)
Flame retardant; good impact resistance; dimensional stability; toughness
Trinseo EMERGE™
(FR-PC/ABS)
Ignition resistant; limited biocompatibility; high flow; easy processing;
glass-filled also available
RIGID COMPONENTS: DIAGNOSTIC, IMAGING, LIFE SUPPORT, LABORATORY,
& MONITORING EQUIPMENT
Applications include:
• Housings
• Covers
• Monitor bezels
• Body panels
• Handles
• Access panels
• Battery enclosures
• Wands
• Coils
Rigid Component Solution Needs:
• Materials compliant with ISO 10993 & USP Class VI, if required
• UL approved resins to meet flammability requirements
• Housings with toughness & good impact resistance
• Enclosures & components that withstand repeated cleanings
• High-flow materials for components with complex designs
FLEXIBLE COMPONENTS: DIAGNOSTIC, IMAGING, LIFE SUPPORT, LABORATORY,
& MONITORING EQUIPMENT
Applications include:
• O-rings
• Gaskets
• Wheels
• Soft touch
grips/handles
• Keypads/displays
• Diaphragms
• Seals
Flexible Component Solution Needs:
• Comfortable handles & grips
• Water-tight seals
• Durable feet or casters
• Durable keypads
• Flow control
TPE, TPC-ET, TPU, TPV & Flexible PVC
Thermoplastic
Elastomers
(TPE)
Avient Versaflex™ HC
Overmolding Series
(TPE)
Proven healthcare solutions with hardness ranges 42–65 Shore A; autoclave, radiation
and EtO sterilizable; bondable to many substrates; customizable haptics
Arkema Pebax® MED
(TPE)
Sterilizable by gamma and EtO; low energy return; soft touch;
chemical resistance; overmolding material
Thermoplastic
Polyester
Elastomers
(TPC-ET)
DuPont™ Hytrel®
(TPC-ET)
Wide range of flexibility, stiffness, and processing options; Shore D between 30-82;
BPA-free; excellent flex fatigue and toughness; low temperature flexibility;
good chemical resistance
Thermoplastic
Polyurethane
(TPU)
Covestro Texin®
(TPU)
Biocompatible; soft touch; sterilizable; good chemical resistance;
overmold for grips and handles; excellent bonding to polar substrates like PC; 70A to 95A
Thermoplastic
Vulcanizate
(TPV)
Avient Versalloy™
(TPV)
Proven healthcare solutions with hardness ranges 45–90 Shore A; autoclave, radiation
and EtO sterilizable; natural and colorable; smooth texture; bonds to PP
Exxon Mobil Santoprene™
(TPV)
Durable sealing performance; elastic recovery; excellent chemical resistance;
compliance with medical standards
Flexible
Polyvinyl
Chloride
(PVC)
GEON Performance Solutions
Geon™ Flexible PVC
Engineered exclusively for the healthcare market; transparent and opaque colors; radiopaque
grades available; durometer ranges from 55A to 40D; gamma and EtO sterilizable
Thermoset Silicone Elastomers
Thermoset
Silicone
Elastomers/
Liquid Silicone
Rubber (LSR)
DuPont™ Liveo™
Silicone Elastomers (LSR)
Biocompatible; non-irritating and non-sensitization; sterilizable;
made without plasticizers, phthalates or latex
PVC
Polyvinyl
Chloride
(PVC)
GEON Performance Solutions
Geon™ Flexible PVC
Inherent flame resistance; halogen-free; excellent chemical resistance;
non-yellowing; proven safety record in wire and cable applications;
high temperature grades available
TPE, TPC-ET, TPU & POE
Thermoplastic
Polyester
(TPE)
Arkema Pebax®
(TPE)
Flexibility; chemical resistance; easy processing; abrasion resistance;
low coefficient of friction
Thermoplastic
Polyester
Elastomers
(TPC-ET)
DuPont™ Hytrel®
(TPC-ET)
REACH, RoHS and WEEE compliant; wide range of flexibility, stiffness,
and processing options; 30D-82D; BPA-free; excellent flex fatigue and toughness;
low temperature flexibility; good chemical resistance
Thermoplastic
Polyurethane
(TPU)
Covestro Texin®
(TPU)
RoHs, WEEE, and REACH compliant; excellent memory and recoil; abrasion resistance;
Texin® Rx Series - medical grade Polyether TPU – 70A to 80D
Polyolefin
Elastomer
(POE)
Avient ECCOH™
Non-halogenated flame retardant; high flexibility;
environmental stress cracking resistance (ESCR); good electrical properties
PA
Polyamide
(Nylon, PA)
Arkema Rilsan®
(PA)
Chemical resistance; easy processing; abrasion resistance;
low coefficient of friction; dimensional stability
WIRE & CABLE: DIAGNOSTIC, IMAGING, LIFE SUPPORT, LABORATORY,
& MONITORING EQUIPMENT
Applications include:
• Plug molding
• Flexible jacket
• Heater cable
insulation
• Flexible cords
• Coil cords & cable
Wire & Cable Component Solution Needs:
• Materials compliant with UL, RoHS, REACH & WEEE, if needed
• Materials with good chemical, moisture & abrasion resistance
• Low smoke & non-halogen materials
CUSTOM AVIENT SOLUTIONS FOR MEDICAL EQUIPMENT
Custom Solution Needs Avient™ Custom Solutions
Specialized materials to meet unique
application requirements
Avient Trilliant™ Healthcare products are a line
of customized solutions specific for regulated
medical devices; color branding expertise
FDA-registered pre-colored resins
and masterbatch options; color coding
for safety and brand recognition
Avient collaborates with key material suppliers
to provide FDA-approved pre-colored resins
Avient OnColor™ HC Plus offers customizable color
masterbatch solutions pre-certified for biocompatibility
using ISO 10993 and USP Class VI test protocol
Reduced growth of microbes
Avient WithStand™ additive technologies inhibit
growth of microbes that often cause odor,
staining and loss of mechanical properties
AVIENT DISTRIBUTION
Healthcare Supplier Line Card
You face a unique set of challenges when designing parts for the healthcare industry.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-02/2021-medical-devices-selection-guide.pdf
RIGID COMPONENTS: DIAGNOSTIC, IMAGING, LIFE SUPPORT, LABORATORY,
& MONITORING EQUIPMENT
(housings & covers, monitor bezels, body panels, handles, battery enclosures, access panels, wands, coils)
Rigid
Component
Solution Needs:
Materials compliant
with ISO 10993
& USP Class VI,
if required
UL approved
resins to meet
flammability
requirements
Housings with
toughness & good
impact resistance
Enclosures &
components that
withstand repeated
cleanings
High-flow materials
for components
with complex
designs
Copolyester, Polyester & PC/Polyester Blends
Copolyester
Eastman Tritan™
(Copolyester)
High chemical resistance to a wide variety of hospital
disinfectants; excellent toughness and impact resistance after
disinfection; retains color and gloss after sterilization and
disinfection; does not contain BPA, BPS or halogens
Polybutylene
Terephthalate
(PBT)
DuPont™ Crastin® & Rynite® (FR-
PBT)
30% glass reinforced; flame retardant; good mold flow
and electrical properties; high strength, stiffness,
dimensional stability and heat resistance
Polycarbonate/
Polyester
(PC/PET) &
Polycarbonate/
Polybutylene
Terephthalate
(PC/PBT)
Covestro Makroblend®
(FR-PC/PET) & (FR-PC/PBT)
Strength; toughness; chemical resistance; flame retardant
Covestro Makroblend®
(Non-FR PC/PBT)
Strength; toughness; chemical resistance;
limited biocompatibility
Trinseo EMERGE™
(FR-PC/PET)
Chemical resistance; ignition resistance;
limited biocompatibility
PA, PVC, PC & PMMA
Polyamide
(Nylon, PA)
Avient Trilliant™ XR
Radiation Shielding
(PA)
Radiation shielding; green alternative for lead
replacement; enhanced design freedom vs. lead;
available in hard and soft durometers
Arkema Rilsan® MED (PA11) &
Rilsamid® MED (PA12)
Chemical resistance; transparent and opaque;
easy processing; creep resistance; temperature resistance;
BPA-free; sterilizable by gamma, EtO and steam
Polyvinyl
Chloride
(PVC)
GEON Performance Solutions
Resilience™ HC (PVC)
Excellent chemical resistance; good strength and stiffness;
very good surface quality; inherently flame resistant;
available in all medical colors; excellent
solvent bonding to PVC
Polycarbonate
(PC)
Trinseo EMERGE™ (PC)
Ignition resistant; transparent and opaque;
glass-filled also available
PolyMethyl
Methacrylate
(PMMA)
Altuglas Plexiglas® Acrylics
(PMMA)
Clarity; easy processing; chemical resistance;
BPA free; ideal for light piping and lenses
Styrenics & FR-PC/ABS Blends
Styrenics
Trinseo MAGNUM™
(ABS)
Opaque; custom colors; excellent impact and flow;
low residuals; full biocompatibility
INEOS Styrolution
Terlux® HD
(MABS)
Good clarity; good heat and overall chemical resistance;
good impact strength; good solvent bonding to PVC;
outstanding surface quality
INEOS Styrolution
Lustran® & Novodur ® HD (ABS)
Opaque appearance; outstanding chemical resistance;
high impact strength; excellent balance of properties;
ease of processability; bondable
FR-
Polycarbonate/
ABS
(FR-PC/ABS)
Covestro Bayblend®
(FR-PC/ABS)
Flame retardant; good impact resistance;
dimensional stability; toughness
Trinseo EMERGE™
(FR-PC/ABS)
Ignition resistant; limited biocompatibility; high flow;
easy processing; glass-filled also available
Flexible
Component
Solution Needs:
Comfortable
handles
& grips
Water-tight seals
Durable feet
or casters
Durable
keypads
Flow
control
TPE, TPC-ET, TPU, TPV & Flexible PVC
Thermoplastic
Elastomers
(TPE)
Avient Versaflex™ HC
Overmolding Series
(TPE)
Proven healthcare solutions with hardness ranges 42–65
Shore A; autoclave, radiation and EtO sterilizable;
bondable to many substrates; customizable haptics
Arkema Pebax® MED
(TPE)
Sterilizable by gamma and EtO; low energy return;
soft touch; chemical resistance; overmolding material
Thermoplastic
Polyester
Elastomers
(TPC-ET)
DuPont™ Hytrel®
(TPC-ET)
Wide range of flexibility, stiffness, and processing
options; Shore D between 30-82; BPA-free; excellent
flex fatigue and toughness; low temperature flexibility;
good chemical resistance
Thermoplastic
Polyurethane
(TPU)
Covestro Texin®
(TPU)
Biocompatible; soft touch; sterilizable; good chemical
resistance; overmold for grips and handles; excellent
bonding to polar substrates like PC; 70A to 95A
Thermoplastic
Vulcanizate
(TPV)
Avient Versalloy™
(TPV)
Proven healthcare solutions with hardness ranges 45–90
Shore A; autoclave, radiation and EtO sterilizable;
natural and colorable; smooth texture; bonds to PP
Exxon Mobil Santoprene™ (TPV)
Durable sealing performance; elastic recovery; excellent
chemical resistance; compliance with medical standards
Flexible
Polyvinyl
Chloride
(PVC)
GEON Performance Solutions
Geon™ Flexible PVC
Engineered exclusively for the healthcare market; transparent
and opaque colors; radiopaque grades available; durometer
ranges from 55A to 40D; gamma and EtO sterilizable
Thermoset Silicone Elastomers
Thermoset
Silicone
Elastomers/
Liquid Silicone
Rubber
DuPont™ Liveo™
Silicone Elastomers (LSR)
Biocompatible; non-irritating and non-sensitization;
sterilizable; made without plasticizers, phthalates or latex
FLEXIBLE COMPONENTS: DIAGNOSTIC, IMAGING, LIFE SUPPORT, LABORATORY,
MONITORING EQUIPMENT
(o-rings, gaskets, wheels, soft touch grips/handles, keypads/displays, diaphragms, seals)
WIRE & CABLE: DIAGNOSTIC, IMAGING, LIFE SUPPORT, LABORATORY,
& MONITORING EQUIPMENT
(plug molding, heater cable insulation, flexible jacket, flexible cords, coil cords & cable)
Wire and Cable
Component
Solution Needs:
Materials compliant
with UL, RoHS,
REACH & WEEE, if
needed
Materials with
good chemical,
moisture & abrasion
resistance
Low smoke & non-
halogen materials
PVC
Polyvinyl
Chloride
(PVC)
GEON Performance Solutions
Geon™ Flexible PVC
Inherent flame resistance; halogen-free; excellent
chemical resistance; non-yellowing; proven safety record
in wire and cable applications; high temperature
grades available
TPE, TPC-ET, TPU & POE
Thermoplastic
Polyester
(TPE)
Arkema Pebax®
(TPE)
Flexibility; chemical resistance; easy processing;
abrasion resistance; low coefficient of friction
Thermoplastic
Polyester
Elastomers
(TPC-ET)
DuPont™ Hytrel®
(TPC-ET)
REACH, RoHS and WEEE compliant; wide range of flexibility,
stiffness, and processing options; 30D-82D; BPA-free;
excellent flex fatigue and toughness; low temperature
flexibility; good chemical resistance
Thermoplastic
Polyurethane
(TPU)
Covestro Texin®
(TPU)
RoHs, WEEE, and REACH compliant; excellent memory
and recoil; abrasion resistance; Texin® Rx Series -
medical grade Polyether TPU – 70A to 80D
Polyolefin
Elastomer
(POE)
Avient ECCOH™
Non-halogenated flame retardant; high flexibility;
environmental stress cracking resistance (ESCR);
good electrical properties
PA
Polyamide
(Nylon, PA)
Arkema Rilsan®
(PA)
Chemical resistance; easy processing; abrasion resistance;
low coefficient of friction; dimensional stability
CUSTOM AVIENT SOLUTIONS FOR MEDICAL EQUIPMENT
Custom Solution Needs Avient™ Custom Solutions
Specialized materials to meet unique
application requirements
Avient Trilliant™ Healthcare products are a line
of customized solutions specific for regulated
medical devices; color branding expertise
FDA-registered pre-colored resins
and masterbatch options; color coding
for safety and brand recognition
Avient collaborates with key material suppliers
to provide FDA-approved pre-colored resins
Avient OnColor™ HC Plus offers customizable color
masterbatch solutions pre-certified for biocompatibility
using ISO 10993 and USP Class VI test protocol
Reduced growth of microbes
Avient WithStand™ additive technologies inhibit
growth of microbes that often cause odor,
staining and loss of mechanical properties
AVIENT DISTRIBUTION
Healthcare Supplier Line Card
You face a unique set of challenges when designing parts for the healthcare industry.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-12/sem-tri-fold-selection-guide.pdf
NAME BASE RESIN(S) TARGET MARKETS AVAILABLE FEATURES1
Artisan™
Pre-Colored
Thermoplastics
PA
Powersports,
Lawn & Garden, Marine
Customizable pre-color solutions
Scratch & mar resistance
Weatherability & UV resistance
High impact resistance
Chemical resistance
Simplifies processing/replaces paint
Tailored temperature performance range: -20°C to 105°C
Global availability
Complēt™
OnForce™
PA, PP, PPA, PPS, TPU
Consumer, Transportation,
Industrial
Long fiber technology
Elevated impact and mechanical properties at
room temperature
Increased performance at temperature extremes
Excellent creep and fatigue resistance
Glass and carbon fiber filled options
Lubricated, fire retardant, and pre-colored options
Edgetek™
Bergadur™
ABS, LCP, PA, PC,
PC/ABS, PC/PBT,
PC/PET, PC/PSU, PEEK, PES, PEI,
POM, PPA,
PPS, PSU
Consumer, Transportation,
Industrial
Strength and durability
Chemical resistance
High impact resistance
Weatherability
Flame retardant grades: UL 94 V-0, V-1, V-2, and 5VA
Pre-color solutions
Lightweighting
5G properties - Dk/Df and 3D/LDS
Gravi-Tech™ PA, TPU, TPE, PBT
Consumer, Transportation,
Industrial
Customized density, from 1.5 to 11 gm/cm3
Broad modulus and strength: flexible to rigid
Chemical and corrosion resistance
Gravi-Tech™ LD light density grades available
LubriOne™
PA, PBT, PC, PEEK, PEI, POM, PP,
PPA, PPS, PS
Transportation,
Electrical & Electronics,
Industrial
Low coefficient of friction
Self-lubricating
Chemical, wear, and corrosion resistance
Maxxam™ PP
Consumer, Transportation,
Electrical & Electronics,
Industrial
Homopolymer and copolymer grades
Optional additives: UV, heat stabilizers
Standard grades available in natural and black
Maxxam™ FR PE, PP
Consumer, Transportation,
Electrical & Electronics,
Industrial
Flame retardant grades: UL 94 V-0, V-1, V-2, and 5VA
Flame retardant masterbatches
Elevated UL RTI ratings
Halogen-free flame retardant grades available
Nymax™
Nymax™ PIR
Bergamid™
PA 6, 66, 612, 12,
co-polymers
Transportation, Building
& Construction, Electrical
& Electronics
Toughened grades: medium and high impact
Optional additives: heat stabilized, lubricated, impact
modified, nucleated
Standard grades available in natural and black
Pre-colored solutions available
PIR grades with 20%–100% recycled content,
supporting the circular economy
SPECIALTY ENGINEERED THERMOPLASTICS
1 See technical data sheets for complete product details
1 See technical data sheets for complete product details
2 From NEU™ Specialty Engineered Materials, LLC., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Avient Corporation
NAME BASE RESIN(S) AVAILABLE FEATURES1
Trilliant™
ABS, LCP, PA, PC,
ABS, PA 6, PA 66,
PC/ABS, PC/PSU,
PEBA, PEEK, PES,
POM, PPA, PSU
Certified to USP Class VI
Formulations locked down
Drug master file submissions by product stewardship
Pre-colored, small lot production down to 50 lb–250 lb
Sterilization, chemical resistance, and secondary process guidance
Adherence to FDM-GMP manufacturing standards
Antimicrobial technologies
Materials for radiation shielding protection
NEU™
Specialty
Materials2
PEBA, TPU, PA 11, PA 12,
PP, PE, TPE
Radiopacifiers, stabilizers, and surface modifiers
Antimicrobial technologies
Pre-colored formulations
Small lot capabilities
Short lead times
Versaflex™ HC TPE
Overmolding
Clear and heat resistant
Ultra clear grades
Ultra soft TPE gels, 30 shore OO
FDA, USP Class VI, ISO 10993 approved grades
Sterilizable under autoclave, radiation, and EtO gas
Extrusion, injection, and blow moldable
HEALTHCARE SPECIALTY THERMOPLASTICS
NAME BASE RESIN(S) TARGET MARKETS AVAILABLE FEATURES1
reSound™ R
Recycled
Formulations
PA6, PA66, PC
Transportation, Consumer,
Household Appliance,
Electrical & Electronics,
Industrial
PA grades: Up to 100% recycled content
PC grades: Up to 70% recycled content
PIR and PCR grades available
Support the circular economy
Comparable performance to prime grades
Customizable solution
Surround™ ABS, PP, PBT, PC, PA 66
Transportation, Electrical
& Electronics
Integrated EMI/RFI shielding
Long fiber technology
Conductive properties
Galvanic corrosion protection
Lightweighting and ease of processing
Stat-Tech™
ABS, PA, PC, PC/ABS,
PC/PSU, PEEK, PEI,
PES, PP, PPA
Transportation, Electrical
& Electronics
Integrated EMI/RFI shielding
Conductive properties
Anti-static/dissipative properties
Corrosion resistance
Lightweighting and ease of processing
Clean room materials for semiconductors available
Therma-Tech™
LCP, PA, PEEK, PP,
PPA, PPS
Consumer, Transportation
Thermally conductive
Low coefficient of thermal expansion
Corrosion resistance
SPECIALTY ENGINEERED THERMOPLASTICS
NAME BASE RESIN(S) TARGET MARKETS AVAILABLE FEATURES1
Barricade™
Elastomers
with Fortrex™
Technology
Barricade™ high-performance
elastomers bring next genera-
tion technology to market to
bridge the gap between tradi-
tional TPEs and silicone
Healthcare, Industrial
Aerospace, Appliances,
Electronics
High temperature compression set
Processes on thermoplastic injection molding
and extrusion equipment
Customizable and colorable
Process simplicity
CROSSLINKABLE ELASTOMERS
Barricade formulations leverage licensed Fortrex™ technology.
Transportation,
Building & Construction,
Electrical & Electronics,
Industrial, Wire & Cable
High heat resistance
Chemical resistance
Automotive approved grades
Excellent compression set
Overmolding
Flame resistant grades
Excellent weatherability
Extrusion, injection, and blow moldable
reSound™ OM
Bio-based
Thermoplastic
Elastomers
reSound™ OM TPEs are based
on biopolymers derived from
sugarcane utilizing 35 to 50
percent bio-renewable content
Consumer,
Transportation, Industrial
Sustainably resourced
Recycled content
Bio derived content
Strength and durability
Chemical resistance
Impact resistance
Pre-color solutions
reSound™ R
Recycled
Thermoplastic
Elastomers*
reSound™ R VX post-industrial
recycle (PIR) and post-consumer
recycle (PCR) TPEs help brand
owners create sustainable end-
user products, with formulations
utilizing 25 and 40 percent
recycled content.
Consumer, Packaging,
Healthcare, Electrical &
Electronics, Appliance
Overmolding
Clear and heat resistant TPEs
Ultra clear grades
Ultra soft TPE gels, 30 shore OO
FDA, USP Class VI, ISO 10993 approved grades
NSF and UL listings
Sterilizable under autoclave, radiation, and EtO gas
Extrusion, injection, and blow moldable
GLS™ THERMOPLASTIC ELASTOMERS
* Commercially available in North America only
1 See technical data sheets for complete product details
NAME BASE RESIN(S) AVAILABLE FEATURES1
ECCOH™ Polyolefin
Flame retardant, low smoke and fume, zero halogen (LSFOH)
Cross-linkable grades
Chemical, oil, and gel resistant
Flexible, low friction, easy-peel, and high speed processing
Compatible with Avient additives and color masterbatches
FireCon™ CPE, CPE Alloy
Low and medium voltage cable jacketing
Flame retardant and 90°C deformation resistance
Oil resistance
RoHS grades available
Maxxam™ FR PE, PP
UL Yellow Card for plenum applications
Halogen-free flame retardant grades available
Maxxam™ SY Foamable PP co-polymer
Easy processing
Variety of final densities available
Corrosion resistance
Syncure™ XLPE
High performance moisture cure technology
UL bulletinized XHHW2 and VW1
Temperature, abrasion, and oil resistant
WIRE AND CABLE SPECIALTY THERMOPLASTICS
To learn more, please visit avient.com
or call +1.844.4AVIENT (+1.844.428.4368).
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-02/Sustainability ESG Disclosures_Silicon Dioxide.pdf
PROPERTY DETAIL
Physical State Solid
Form Powder
Color White
Odor Odorless
Melting Point >1700°C
Boiling Point >1700°C
Bulk Density Typically 50–600 g/L
Water Solubility 15–68 mg SiO2/L at 20°C
Self-Ignition Temperature Not combustible
Flammability Non-flammable
Explosiveness Non-explosive
Oxidizing Properties Expected to be non-oxidizing
PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
EFFECT ASSESSMENT RESULT
Acute Toxicity/ Oral Inhalation/Dermal
Not acutely toxic after oral and dermal exposure.
EFFECT ASSESSMENT RESULT
Aquatic Toxicity Not expected to be harmful to aquatic species
Daphnia Toxicity Not acutely toxic to daphnia
Bacteria Toxicity Not expected to be toxic to bacteria
FATE BEHAVIOR
Biodegradation Not possible as substance is inorganic
Bioaccumulation Potential Low bioaccumulation potential expected
PBT/vPvB Conclusion The substance is not a PBT/ vPvB substance
EXPOSURE
HUMAN HEALTH SAFETY ASSESSMENT
Human Health
No human health hazard was identified.
Environment
As the substance is neither classified as dangerous nor is assessed to be a PBT or vPvB
substance, no environmental exposure assessment has to be performed.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-08/fiber-solutions-business-unit-overview-2020.pdf
The product
portfolio covers an extensive selection of quality Masterbatches, either in
PET, PBT, or PA, specially formulated to meet various demands.
Product range
• A comprehensive selection of colors
and color indices
• SPDs are produced at various concentrations
to meet customer requirements
Product characteristics
• Good spinnability
• Full dispersion
• Excellent tinting strength
• Maximum fastness properties
• Lot-to-lot consistency
• Carriers: PET, PBT, PA 6, PP
Applications
• Continuous filaments (POY, FDY, HOY, BCF)
• Long and short spinning staple fiber
CUSTOM COLORS
Our pilot spinning plants are capable of producing
a full range of yarn counts, to match custom colors
and offer bespoke color options.
Product characteristics
• Good spinnability
• Full dispersion
• Excellent tinting strength
• Maximum fastness properties
• Lot-to-lot consistency
• Carriers: PET, PBT, PA 6, PP
Applications
• Continuous filaments (POY, FDY, HOY, BCF)
• Long and short spinning staple fiber
Special Products
Our portfolio includes
color formulations
for high-tenacity
yarn applications.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-09/Color _ Additive Masterbatches for E_E Application Bulletin_A4.pdf
Colorants & Additives
for Electrical & Electronic Applications
IEC 60695-2, known as the Glow Wire test, and
UL 94 are established standards in the Electrical
& Electronics industry that ensure plastic parts
in electrical and electronic components have
been tested for fire resistance in support of safer
consumer products.
Avient offers UL 94 compliant concentrates and
flame retardant solutions which meet the latest
UL 94 and Glow Wire fire standards, while also
considering technical requirements, coloration
options and cost efficiency.
OnColor™ UL 94 Colorants*
• More than 2,000 recognized concentrates
available worldwide in all color options
• HB rating for most of PP, PS, ABS, PC/ABS, PBT,
PA, PA-GF, TPU generic resins
• V-0, V-1, V-2 and 5VA/5VB ratings for more than
200 specific engineering resins
• Master file of recognized concentrates with
scope of use accessible in the UL product finder
• Development of custom products for specific
resins upon request
• Compliance Letters available for REACH and
RoHS
Cesa™ Flame Retardant Additives
for Glow Wire
• Fire performance in line with different levels of
Glow Wire temperatures (IEC 60695-2-12)
• Let-Down Ratio adjustable to reach different
levels of Glow Wire temperatures
• Non-halogen (in accordance with IEC 61249-
2-21) and non-HBCD** solutions
• Wide range of solutions adapted to different
polymers (PP, PS, PC)
• Color and flame retardants can be combined
in one product
• Compliance Letters available for REACH
and RoHS
APPLICATION BULLETIN
* Solutions also sold as Renol™ UL 94 Colorants
APPLICATION
POLYMER
GWFI
TEMPERATURE
TYPICAL
LET-DOWN RATIO CONTENT
HIPS 750–960°C 5–10%
Non-HBCD
flame retardant**
PC 850–960°C 2–4%
Non-halogen in accordance
with IEC 61249-2-21
PP homopolymer 850–960°C 4%
Non-halogen in accordance
with IEC 61249-2-21
PP copolymer 850–960°C 4–8%
Antioxidant - metal
deactivator
** Non-HBCD means that Hexabromocyclododecane (HBCD) is neither used as starting material during the mixing phase of our products nor
intentionally added during production, but it cannot be excluded that it is not present at level of ubiquitous traces in any of the raw materials
used in manufacturing of our products.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-06/Fiber Optic Cable Interactive PDF_0.pdf
UNDER-ARMOR RIPCORD
Slices easily through armor
Swellable, non-wicking, available in colors
This design and rendering were produced by
Avient Design for conceptual purposes.
SOLUTIONS FOR FIBER OPTIC CABLE
Engineered Fibers, Color & Additives, Specialty Engineered Materials
BINDER YARN
Flat, low-profile
Highly absorbent (up to 65x its weight)
BUFFER TUBE SWELLABLE YARN
Cleaner than gel
Highly absorbent
WATER SWELLABLE FRP
Non-corrosive, non-conductive,
No flaking or shedding
Overcoat and upjacketing available
STRENGTH MEMBER
Aramid or fiberglass yarn
Processes cleanly with minimal dust
UNDER-SHEATH RIPCORD
Swellable, non-wicking
Available in colors for easy identificationLASER MARKING ADDITIVES
Provide good contrast in black outer
jacket for outdoor exposure
JACKET
Color formulations for PVC, PE, TPU, TPC
UV protective additives
Non-halogenated colors for LSFOH
LSFOH UV formulations for high flame
retardancy, chemical and UV resistance, low COF
TPE
Polyamide, custom polyolefins
LOOSE TUBES, TIGHT BUFFERS AND
MICRO-MODULES
LSFOH UV formulations for improved processing
speeds, strippability & gel resistance
Customized formulations:
PBT
PP
TPE
Color formulations for polyamide, PBT, LSFOH , TPE,
TPC (Thermoplastic Copolyester)
Laser marking additives
https://www.avient.com/products/fiber-line-engineered-fiber-solutions/fiber-line-engineered-fiber-products/ripcords-fiber-optic-cable
https://www.avient.com/products/fiber-line-engineered-fiber-solutions/fiber-line-engineered-fiber-products/water-blocking-absorbing-yarn
https://www.avient.com/products/fiber-line-engineered-fiber-solutions/fiber-line-engineered-fiber-products/water-blocking-absorbing-yarn
https://www.avient.com/products/fiber-line-engineered-fiber-solutions/fiber-line-engineered-fiber-products/fiber-reinforced-polymer
https://www.avient.com/products/fiber-line-engineered-fiber-solutions/fiber-line-engineered-fiber-products/strength-members
https://www.avient.com/products/fiber-line-engineered-fiber-solutions/fiber-line-engineered-fiber-products/ripcords-fiber-optic-cable
https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-additives/performance-enhancement-additives/oncap-laser-marking-additives
https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-colorants/solid-color-masterbatches/oncolor-wire-cable
https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-additives/uv-and-light-blocking-additives/oncap-uv-stabilizer-additives
https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-colorants/solid-color-masterbatches/oncolor-wire-cable
https://www.avient.com/products/engineered-polymer-formulations/eco-conscious-formulations/eccoh-low-smoke-and-fume-non-halogen-formulations
https://www.avient.com/products/engineered-polymer-formulations/eco-conscious-formulations/eccoh-low-smoke-and-fume-non-halogen-formulations
https://www.avient.com/products/thermoplastic-elastomers/onflex-thermoplastic-elastomers
https://www.avient.com/products/engineered-polymer-formulations/general-engineered-formulations
https://www.avient.com/products/engineered-polymer-formulations/eco-conscious-formulations/eccoh-low-smoke-and-fume-non-halogen-formulations
https://www.avient.com/products/engineered-polymer-formulations/eco-conscious-formulations/eccoh-low-smoke-and-fume-non-halogen-formulations
https://www.avient.com/products/engineered-polymer-formulations/general-engineered-formulations/bergadur-polyester-formulations
https://www.avient.com/products/engineered-polymer-formulations/general-engineered-formulations
https://www.avient.com/products/thermoplastic-elastomers/onflex-thermoplastic-elastomers
https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-colorants/solid-color-masterbatches/oncolor-wire-cable
https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-colorants/solid-color-masterbatches/oncolor-wire-cable
https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-additives/performance-enhancement-additives/oncap-laser-marking-additives
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-03/Alternatives to Nylon 6_6 Brochure %281%29.pdf
Did you know that with the right formulation, you can achieve
properties that are as good or better than that of PA 6,6 using materials such as PA 6, PK, PBT/PET, PP,
polymer blends and even post-industrial recycled blends?
PA 6,6
Lower short- and long-term thermal performance
Harder to color
More limited process window
PBT/PET | POSSIBLE APPLICATIONS:
Electrical & Electronics
BENEFITS VS.
PA 6,6
Lower water absorption
Better dimensional stability
Slightly higher rigidity/stiffness (for PBT)
Better abrasion resistance
Slightly better electric resistance
DRAWBACKS VS.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-05/renol-ul94-compliant-masterbatches-brochure.pdf
The tables in the next pages contain all Avient
UL94 recognized color concentrates published on
UL prospector until March 2021.
For most updated
information please refer to Avient UL recognized
color concentrate file QMQS2 E73454.
For V-0, V-1, V-2, 5VA and 5VB, the color
concentrates have to be listed with reference to
specific resin grades.