Now in its 18th edition, the forecasting guide includes a palette of 20 colors and effects selected by a group of color, marketing, and social trend experts. They then select colors and effects that are likely to be consumers’ preferred color choices in 2024 based on these trends. A notable example of exuberance is the color effect called To The Max, a fluorescent fuchsia featuring red swirls and shimmering gold pearls and part of the What about me?

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They also help to reduce odor, staining, discoloration, loss of mechanical properties, and other detrimental effects of microbe growth. Mitigated causal effect of undesirable odors Protected membranes from effects of flora, fungi and algae

Offered a paint replacement solution with a molded-in-color metallic effect Optimized metallic effect in automotive bumper Provided vinyl coating solutions to protect against the effects of harsh weather, and to protect children from potential scrapes and scratches

OnColor™ Frost PET Effect delivered customized color and anti-UV combination for hair care bottle Omnicolor™ Multipurpose Colorants delivered short lead time and cost effective solution for small cable reel Mevopur™ Special Effects for Healthcare Devices and Pharmaceutical Packaging - Application Bulletin

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To support the transition to molded-in-color (MIC) parts, PolyOne provided metallic-effect Smartbatch™ FX masterbatch colorants for two PC/ABS side panels on the center console of a compact SUV now entering commercial production. PolyOne’s metallic-effect masterbatches can be incorporated into pre-colored compounds or dosed at a molding machine. Caption: Easily transition from paint to metallic-effect with Smartbatch™ FX masterbatch

OnColor™ Colorants Shades of Nature Collection includes ten new special effects colorants inspired by nature. Available in masterbatch form, the colorants have been created to include materials such as almond shells, glitter flakes, fibers and other special effects. Shades of Nature colors are also a cost-effective replacement option for marble, granite, and other expensive, organic materials currently popular in consumer product designs.

These formulations feature nylon 6 and 6/6 with delayed moisture absorption, which prolongs the effectiveness of their structural performance in moisture-rich environments. This significantly prolongs the effectiveness of a part’s structural capabilities in humid environments or during short-term water immersion, but at a more economical price point.” In effect, they serve as a material solution to combat warp distortion from uneven cooling.

Working with Reiter-HG Geiger, a sophisticated injection molding processor specializing in demanding applications, the OEM team began their search for a sustainable material to replace lead, one that would effectively shield X-rays up to 140 keV while offering additional manufacturing benefits.  In addition, the company reduced the health and environmental impact of its equipment by using an RoHS-compliant, eco-conscious and equally effective alternative to lead. Finally, the material gave the OEM's designers greater geometric flexibility so that they could shield areas more effectively than with machined parts.