Microbial susceptibility of various polymers and evaluation of thermoplastic elastomers with antimicrobial additives Examine the technical details of our research study to test against microbial attack, including the efficacy of GLS™ TPES with antimicrobial additives

Microbial susceptibility of various polymers and evaluation of thermoplastic elastomers with antimicrobial additives Examine the technical details of our research study to test against microbial attack, including the efficacy of GLS™ TPES with antimicrobial additives

Microbial susceptibility of various polymers and evaluation of thermoplastic elastomers with antimicrobial additives Examine the technical details of our research study to test against microbial attack, including the efficacy of GLS™ TPES with antimicrobial additives

Microbial susceptibility of various polymers and evaluation of thermoplastic elastomers with antimicrobial additives Examine the technical details of our research study to test against microbial attack, including the efficacy of GLS™ TPES with antimicrobial additives

Coupled with their ability to be used across a variety of different resins, These antimicrobial additives provided significant value while protecting against microbial degradation, mold and mildew.

Avient Launches GLS™ Thermoplastic Elastomers with Antimicrobial Technology That Protects Against Microbial Growth

BU I L D I N G M AT E R I A L S R E TA I L E R R O O F I N G M E M B R A N E S • Improve marketing claims for product performance and polymer integrity • Prevent and improve field life, and protect product from the growth and appearance of flora, fungi and algae from outdoor environmental exposures • Ability to convert materials from liquid to solid in order to accommodate advanced manufacturing technique • Seeking OBPA alternative • Delivered a product differentiating solution that eliminated both polymer-degrading microbials and mitigated the flora and fungal accumulation that causes discoloration and staining • Enabled versatility with combined liquid and solid masterbatch solutions • Provided a cost-effective and environmentally friendly OBPA alternative WithStand™ Antimicrobial Additives KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

Microbial susceptibility of various polymers and evaluation of thermoplastic elastomers with antimicrobial additives Examine the technical details of our research study to test against microbial attack, including the efficacy of GLS™ TPES with antimicrobial additives

Tested against common bacteria and fungi, these TPEs with antimicrobial technologies have proven to protect the finished part from microbial and fungi growth on both textured and smooth surfaces. KEY CHARACTERISTICS • Protects finished part by inhibiting microbial and fungi growth • Extends useful life of finished TPE parts by controlling deterioration caused by mildew or mold fungus • Increases product durability, preserves surface integrity, and minimizes odors MARKETS & APPLICATIONS Suitable for high-touch surfaces and applications, GLS TPEs with antimicrobial technologies add value in the consumer, packaging and automotive markets.

As TPU film is widely used as a waterproof or adhesive product layer in outdoor, medical, aviation, marine, and industrial markets, our new grades of Cesa Withstand antimicrobial additives can help limit microbial growth, which can lead to odor, staining, discoloration, or loss of mechanical properties in these applications.”