What is Anti-static Masterbatch?

At first glance, static electricity may not seem like a dangerous or threatening phenomenon, but it should be noted that in the field of industrial product manufacturing, especially plastic materials, static electricity poses a silent threat that, if not addressed, can lead to numerous challenges and even disasters.

Some of the challenges that arise include the possibility of excessive dust being attracted to the surface of plastic due to electrical charges, which can create issues both in the final product delivery and during production stages.

The most common challenge is small sparks that occur, and since plastic is flammable, this can lead to fires in products and even in storage areas. At this stage, manufacturers use antistatic Masterbatch to prevent these incidents.

How Does Anti-static Masterbatch Work?

Now that you are familiar with the importance of antistatic masterbatch, it is time to go through its functions. When this material is added to the product, it actually creates conditions on the surface that prevent the accumulation of electrical charges, dispersing and neutralizing them on the surface.

What Are the Advantages of Using Antistatic Masterbatch?

Considering the applications of antistatic masterbatch, its use certainly brings many benefits and optimizes the production process. Below we’ve mentioned three main advantages and features of this material:

Quality Improvement: The first advantage of antistatic masterbatch is maintaining and improving product quality. Adding this material, in addition to its antistatic properties, enhances the quality and consistency of our product. It is worth noting that static electricity can, in itself, weaken plastic, so this material is very helpful in this regard.

Cost Reduction: Similar to UV-resistant masterbatch, this masterbatch can also lead to economic savings by reducing wear and tear and damage to products in the long run.

Increased Safety: Due to the electric sparks we initially mentioned and our awareness of their dangerous nature, we can also add this point to the benefits of this material as it prevents fire and superficial damage to products.

Applications of Anti-Static Masterbatch

Packaging: It is used in packaging because it prevents the accumulation of dust and contamination on products, especially food and hygiene products.

Electronic Products: There is always the risk of short circuits and electric theft in electronic boards and kits. Therefore, anti-static masterbatch is used in the manufacture of some of these products.

Pipes and Fittings: In fuel transport systems, pipes and similar materials are used, and we all know that a small spark can cause explosions and devastating incidents in such situations. Hence, the use of this material in these circumstances is very logical and vital.

Purchasing and Pricing of Anti-Static Masterbatch

In the table below, we have discussed various specifications of kaolin masterbatch. You can select the appropriate grade based on your product needs. If requested by the customer, we can also prepare and produce the product in different grades and concentrations; simply contact us through this link.

Property	Typical Value	Test Method
Active Ingredient	Conductive Additives	Internal Specification
Carrier Resin	PE / PP / PET / PVC	Internal Specification
Density	1.0–1.2 g/cm³	ASTM D792
Melt Flow Index (MFI)	5–15 g/10 min (230°C)	ASTM D1238
Moisture Content	<0.2%	ASTM D6869
Surface Resistivity	<10⁹ Ohm	ASTM D257

If you need advice in selecting the desired product or placing an order, our colleagues at Suprapol are ready to guide you on this path.