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Additives in plastics Additives are added for many reasons some of the additives and its purpose we are going to discuss here. Additives are also called as Agents Before that we get know about the term Polymers why because in this blog the term polymers only used so it’s essential to know what is polymers Polymers: Synthetic Large molecules are made by joining together thousands of small molecular units know as monomers. The process of joining the molecules is called polymerization and the number of units in the long molecule is known as degree of polymerization. The name of many polymers consists of the name of the monomers with the suffix poly. Now your clear about the term polymers, ok now again we come back to the Additives / Agents, types of agents are listed below according to the requirement the additives are used. Antistatic Agents : Most polymers are poor conductors of current build up a charge of static electricity. Antistatic agent attracts moisture from ...

Types of plastics Bio-based plastics: These polymers are synthesized by living organisms, essentially in the form in which they are finally used. Examples of naturally produced bio-based polymers include; • cellulose / starch • proteins • bacterial polyhydroxyalkanoates after extraction and purification, direct industrial exploitation is possible. Mainly Used in automotive interior and exterior, consumer electronics and furniture. Biodegradable plastics: Biodegradable plastics are plastics that are capable of being decomposed by bacteria or other living organisms. Two basic classes: Plastics made from petrochemicals with biodegradable additives which enhance biodegradation Bio plastics, whose components are derived from renewable raw materials, Thermoplastics: A thermoplastic is a type of plastic made from polymer resins that becomes a homogenized liquid when heated and hard when cooled. When frozen, however, a thermoplastic becomes glass-like and subjec...