What is a Clarifying Masterbatch?
A clarifying masterbatch is a polymeric additive that is used to enhance the clarity and gloss of the plastic products and to eliminate surface haziness. This material is made from a polypropylene and polyethylene base polymer and various organic or inorganic materials, such as derived sorbitol and specific zeolites, are used to add crystallization and clarifying properties. This material increases the light transmission of the product by reducing the size of the crystalline particles in the core, ultimately resulting in transparency.
Advantages of clarifying masterbatch
The clarifying masterbatch not only makes the product shiny but also has several other benefits that we will discuss below:
Improved product appearance
By using a clarifying masterbatch, plastic products achieve a cleaner, brighter, and more professional look. This feature is particularly important in the home appliance and luxury packaging industries.
Improved mechanical properties
In addition to enhancing transparency, these masterbatches can help strengthen the mechanical properties of products. For example, increased tensile strength and impact resistance are results of using a clarifying masterbatch.
Cost savings
The clarifying masterbatch allows for the use of recycled materials while maintaining final quality. This advantage not only helps reduce production costs but also aids in environmental sustainability.
Application at lower temperatures
Many clarifying agents help reduce the production process’s temperature, leading to energy savings and increased efficiency in production lines.
Improved recyclability
By adding a clarifying masterbatch to recycled materials, the quality and appearance of these materials are enhanced, allowing them to be reintroduced into the production cycle.
Applications of clarifying masterbatch
Considering the capabilities of this material, there are many industries that utilize it, which we will discuss below:
Packaging industry: In the production of transparent films and containers for food and beverages.
Home appliances: For producing transparent parts in items such as plastic containers or transparent internal parts.
Medical products: Used in the production of syringes, bottles, and pharmaceutical containers that require high transparency.
Purchasing and pricing of Clarifying Masterbatch
The table below shows the various specifications of this product. You can choose based on your product needs and the provided information. Upon customer request, we can supply and produce the product in different grades and percentages. Please contact us through this link for assistance.
| Property | Value/Description |
|---|---|
| Composition | Nucleating agents + Carrier resin |
| Carrier Resin | PP |
| Active Content | 5-15% |
| Melt Flow Index (MFI) | 3-15 g/10min (190°C, 2.16 kg) |
| Density | 0.9 - 1.0 g/cm³ |
| Application | Transparent PP products |
| Benefits | Increased clarity, improved stiffness |
If you need advice in selecting or ordering your desired product, our team at SupraPol is ready to assist you throughout this process.
zahra –
How is the optimal percentage of clarifying masterbatch consumption determined in production formulations?
Zahra hedayati –
The optimal percentage of clarifying masterbatch is typically between 0.1% to 1%, depending on the polymer type and desired properties such as clarity and final product appearance.
Mia J. –
What is the difference between conventional clarifying masterbatches and new generation Nucleating Agents?
robert –
Does the clarifying masterbatch have any effect on the color fastness and printability of the final product?