Polymer additives are substances added to base polymers to enhance their physical, chemical, mechanical, or processing properties. These additives can improve the performance of the polymer, extend the product’s lifespan, or introduce new features.
Pigments are fine, solid powdery substances that are used in a suspended form within a carrier material (such as paint or plastic) to impart color. Pigments work by absorbing certain wavelengths of light and reflecting others, which produces a specific color visible to the human eye.
Pigments are divided into two main categories: organic and inorganic.
1. Organic Pigments: These are made from organic chemical compounds deposited on a mineral base, such as aluminum hydroxide. Organic pigments typically have bright and transparent colors and are commonly used in the printing, paint, and plastic industries.
2. Inorganic Pigments: Made from mineral and inorganic materials, inorganic pigments are generally more durable and stable than organic pigments. They are used in applications requiring resistance to light, heat, and chemicals. Inorganic pigments range from the brightest whites, like titanium dioxide, to the darkest blacks, like carbon black.
Titanium dioxide, often referred to as “titan,” is a white, highly stable pigment known for its excellent light-reflecting properties. It is one of the most widely used white pigments in the world.
▪ Paint Industry
▪ Paper and Cardboard Industry
▪ Cosmetics Industry
▪ Plastics Industry
▪ Food Industry
Carbon black, also known as industrial soot, is an amorphous form of carbon used as a filler and colorant in various industries, particularly in the production of rubber and plastics. It is primarily produced by the incomplete combustion of petroleum products like crude oil or natural gas. Carbon black is valued for its high surface area, mechanical and chemical resistance, and strong coloring ability, making it a key material in many industries.
▪ Rubber and Plastics Industry
▪ Cosmetics Industry
▪ Paint Industry
▪ Battery Industry