Chemicals for Plastics & Polymers in Malaysia
ChemTrade supplies 211 products into plastics & polymers in Malaysia. Each listing carries typical specifications, packing and availability.
| Product | Used for |
|---|---|
| 1,4-Butanediol | Monomer and chain extender for polyurethane elastomers and systems, and a principal feedstock for polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) engineering resin and tetrahydrofuran (THF). |
| 1,6-Hexanediol | Used as a diol feedstock in polyester and polycarbonate polyols, saturated and unsaturated polyester resins, and related polymer production. |
| 2-Ethylhexanoic Acid | Intermediate for plasticiser ester manufacture and selected stabiliser routes. This page covers the acid intermediate, not finished plasticisers such as DOP or DEHP. |
| 2-Ethylhexanol | The dominant use is plasticiser alcohol, esterified to DOP, DOTP and related esters for flexible PVC. This page covers the alcohol feedstock, not the finished plasticiser. |
| 2-Ethylhexyl Acrylate | Comonomer in acrylic and styrene acrylic copolymers, and an internal plasticising monomer that lowers glass transition temperature so a film stays soft and extensible without added plasticiser. |
| 2-Hydroxyethyl Acrylate | Comonomer that builds pendant hydroxyl groups into acrylic emulsion and solution polymers, giving a site for later crosslinking with isocyanate, melamine or amino resins. |
| 2-Hydroxyethyl Methacrylate | Comonomer that raises hardness and glass transition in acrylic copolymers while leaving hydroxyl groups on the chain, and the monomer behind poly(HEMA) hydrogels used in swelling and absorbent polymer work. |
| Acetone | Solvent or processing aid in selected resin and polymer operations where acetone compatibility is established by the manufacturer. |
| Acetylacetone | Feedstock for chelate catalysts and stabilisers in polymerisation and curing systems, including resin and adhesive formulations that call for a diketone ligand. |
| Acrylic Acid | Raw material for acrylic acid polymers and copolymers used in plastics, polymer processing and specialised acrylic resin intermediate manufacture. |
| Acrylonitrile | Comonomer for ABS and SAN resins and for nitrile barrier resins, where the acrylonitrile fraction sets rigidity, chemical resistance and gas-barrier behaviour in the finished polymer. |
| Adipic Acid | Diacid monomer for nylon 6,6 and other polyamides, and a building block for polyester polyols used in polyurethane elastomers, adhesives and flexible systems. |
| Aliphatic Polyisocyanate | Reactive component in selected elastomer, cast polyurethane and resin systems where the formulator specifies an aliphatic type. |
| Aluminium Stearate | Lubricant, release aid and acid scavenger in compounding, and a dispersing aid that helps pigment and filler wet into the polymer during mixing. |
| Aluminium Trihydrate | Halogen-free flame-retardant filler in polyethylene, polypropylene, EVA and other polymer compounds, including wire and cable sheathing where ATH loading and particle size are specified. |
| Ammonium Laureth Sulphate | Used for surfactant duty in emulsion polymerisation where an ammonium-counter-ion ethoxylated anionic surfactant is specified. |
| Ammonium Lauryl Sulphate | Anionic surfactant for emulsion polymerisation systems where a lauryl sulphate is specified. |
| Ammonium Persulfate | Water-soluble initiator for emulsion polymerisation of acrylic, styrene-acrylic, vinyl acetate, PVC and SBR latices, used thermally or in a redox pair with a reducing agent. |
| Ammonium Polyphosphate | Halogen-free flame-retardant additive in polyolefins, engineering plastics and other polymer compounds where high-polymerisation or coated APP powder is specified. |
| Antimony Trioxide | Flame-retardant synergist used with halogenated retardant systems in PVC, polyolefins and engineering plastics, where it works with the halogen source rather than replacing it, so loading is set as a ratio. |
| Antioxidant 1010 | Primary antioxidant for PE, PP, styrenics, engineering thermoplastics and masterbatch systems requiring processing and long-term thermal stabilisation. |
| Antioxidant 168 | Processing stabiliser for polypropylene, polyethylene, polystyrene and engineering-plastic resin and compound formulations. |
| Azelaic Acid | Monomer or intermediate in selected polyamide, polyester and related resin chemistry where a C9 dicarboxylic acid is named on the process specification. |
| Azodicarbonamide | Chemical blowing agent for PVC foam, foamed profiles, EVA products, polyolefin foam, artificial leather and cable compounds. |
| Ball Clay | Functional filler in polymer and rubber compounds where fine particle size and low cost matter more than whiteness. |
| Barium Sulphate | Functional filler in thermoplastic and thermoset compounds where density, dimensional stability and surface finish are formulation priorities. |
| Base Oil | Internal lubricant, mould release and process oil component in polymer compounding where a paraffinic base stock is specified. |
| Benzene | Serves as an upstream intermediate for styrene, phenol and resin production rather than as a general-purpose processing solvent. |
| Benzoic Acid | Intermediate for selected plasticiser and polymer-related manufacture where benzoic acid or its derivatives enter the process chemistry. |
| Benzophenone-4 | Used in selected plastics applications where benzophenone-4 is specified for UV absorption. |
| Benzoyl Peroxide | Free-radical initiator for selected vinyl, acrylic and other polymerisation processes where industrial BPO is specified. |
| Benzyl Alcohol | Reactive diluent and processing aid in epoxy resin systems for compounding, flooring and structural formulations. |
| Bisphenol A | Intermediate for polycarbonate resin and selected engineering plastics such as polysulfone and polyetherimide systems, where purity and colour are specified by the polymer grade. |
| Brominated Flame Retardant | Used in HIPS, ABS, PBT, PA, PP and PE compounding where a compatible brominated chemistry is specified for the polymer and processing temperature. |
| Butyl Acetate | Resin solvent and processing aid in selected polymer, adhesive and sealant operations where ester solvent compatibility is established. |
| Butyl Acrylate | Soft comonomer in acrylic emulsion and solution polymers, styrene acrylic copolymers and specialty copolymers, where the butyl ester lowers the glass transition temperature and gives the film its flexibility. |
| Butyl Cellosolve | Resin solvent and processing aid in selected polymer, adhesive and sealant work where glycol-ether compatibility is established. |
| Butyl Glycol Acetate | Solvent for selected resin, lacquer and sealant chemistry in polymer converting, where glycol ether ester compatibility is already established. |
| Butyl Stearate | Internal lubricant, secondary plasticiser and mould release additive in PVC compounds, calendered film and moulded parts, where it improves melt flow and lowers processing torque. |
| Butylated Hydroxytoluene | Stabiliser in selected plastics, resins and polymer systems that need oxidation control in manufacture or finished goods. |
| Butylene Glycol | Raw material for selected polyester and plasticiser synthesis routes. |
| Calcium Carbonate | Filler in thermoplastic compounds, masterbatch and related polymer systems; coated grades are often selected when higher loading or better dispersion in the resin is required. |
| Calcium Stearate | Internal lubricant, acid scavenger and co-stabiliser in PVC pipe, profile, fitting and cable compounds, and a processing aid or acid neutraliser in polyolefin resins and masterbatch. |
| Calcium Sulphate | Filler use in selected polymer compounds where calcium sulphate powder is named for cost, density or process performance. |
| Camphor | Process aid and intermediate in selected cellulose and plastics processing applications where solid camphor is part of the formulation chemistry. |
| Caprolactam | Monomer feedstock for polyamide 6 resin used in engineering plastics, compounding, packaging film and monofilament. Caprolactam is polymerised on site, so the grade follows the polymerisation route rather than the finished resin specification. |
| Caprylic Capric Acid | Used in the manufacture of processing aids and ester-based additives for plastics formulations. |
| Carbon Black | Deep black colour in masterbatch and moulded parts, with the UV absorption that keeps a polymer from chalking and cracking outdoors. |
| Carbon Disulfide | Used in regenerated cellulose film and cellophane manufacture, and as a solvent in selected polymer and resin processing routes. |
| Castor Oil | A bio-based polyol for polyurethane foams, elastomers and cast resins, used where a renewable content figure has to be met. |
| Cellulose Acetate Propionate | Cellulose ester resin for selected speciality plastics, films and compatible polymer formulations. |
| Chlorinated Paraffin | Secondary plasticiser and flame-retardant additive in flexible PVC compounds, cable compounds and related polymer systems. Grade and chlorine content are matched to the formulation and processing method. |
| Chlorinated Polyethylene | CPE resin is used as an impact modifier in rigid PVC pipe, fittings, window and door profiles, and sheet compounds. |
| Chloroform | Process solvent and intermediate medium in selected polymer and specialty chemical routes where a dense chlorinated solvent is required. |
| Chrome Yellow Pigment | Used to colour compatible plastics and masterbatch formulations, subject to the processing conditions and performance requirements provided by the buyer. |
| Chromic Acid | Etching of ABS and other platable plastics ahead of metallising, so the deposited layer keys to the moulded surface. |
| Chromium Oxide Green | Colouring pigment for plastics and compatible polymer formulations requiring a durable inorganic green. |
| Cresylic Acid | Feedstock for phenolic resin and polymer intermediates used in technical plastics, composites and related thermoset applications. |
| Cyclohexane | Upstream raw material for the polyamide chain through oxidation to the ketone and on to adipic acid and caprolactam, and a polymerisation diluent in selected resin systems. |
| Cyclohexanone | Solvent and swelling agent for PVC, vinyl copolymers and selected resins in cement, film and sheet work, and a feed into nylon intermediate chemistry. |
| Denatonium Benzoate | Cable compounds, plastics and protective coatings intended to deter chewing by animals or rodents. |
| Di-Tert-Butyl Peroxide | High-temperature free-radical initiator for LDPE, styrenic and acrylic polymerisation, and for selected polymer crosslinking or controlled-degradation processes. |
| Diatomaceous Earth | Anti-block additive in blown and cast polyolefin film, keeping layers separable, and a functional filler in compounds needing a porous mineral. |
| Dibasic Ester | Processing and cleaning solvent in polyurethane and foam operations, including flushing of mixing heads, lines and tooling between runs. |
| Dibutyl Phthalate | Plasticiser for nitrocellulose, cellulose acetate and selected polymer compounds where dibutyl phthalate is specified for flexibility and processability. |
| Dicumyl Peroxide | Crosslinker for polyethylene, EVA foam and related polymer compounds, and a free-radical initiator in selected polymerisation processes where DCP is specified. |
| Diethyl Phthalate | Plasticiser and processing aid in cellulose plastics, films and related compounded systems where a lighter phthalate ester is preferred to longer chain grades. |
| Diethylene Glycol | Glycol component and intermediate in unsaturated polyester resins and related polyester systems that specify diethylene glycol rather than MEG or TEG. |
| Diethylhydroxylamine | Reducing-agent use in polymerisation short-stopping and monomer-stabilisation processes where diethylhydroxylamine is specified. |
| Diisobutyl Ketone | Solvent and processing aid in selected polymer, film and coating operations where the resin supplier has confirmed ketone compatibility. |
| Diisodecyl Phthalate | Plasticises flexible PVC used in wire and cable insulation, flooring, wall coverings, hoses and profiles where low volatility is a key selection factor. |
| Diisononyl Phthalate | Primary plasticiser in flexible PVC compounding for sheeting, film, hose, tubing and extruded profiles, giving softness that stays in the compound through service. |
| Dimethyl Sulfoxide | Solvent for selected acrylic, polysulfone and other polar polymer systems in fibre, membrane and plastics processing. |
| Dimethylethanolamine | Tertiary amine catalyst in flexible slabstock, moulded and rigid polyurethane foam, where it drives the blow reaction and is often blended with other amines to set cream, gel and rise profile. |
| Dimethylformamide | Solvent and processing aid in selected polymer, resin and plastics manufacturing steps where strong solvency for polar organics is required. |
| Dioctyl Adipate | Used as an adipate plasticiser in flexible PVC film, cable and wire compounds, synthetic leather and coated fabrics, particularly where low-temperature flexibility is required. |
| Dioctyl Phthalate | The primary plasticiser in flexible PVC: cable insulation and sheathing, sheet flooring, hose and tubing, artificial leather, and calendered film. |
| Dioctyl Terephthalate | Primary plasticiser for flexible PVC used in cable insulation and sheathing, flooring sheet, hose and tubing, artificial leather, calendered film and coated fabrics. |
| Dipropylene Glycol | Component in plasticiser systems and polyester resin work where a glycol co-reactant or solvent is specified. |
| Dipropylene Glycol Dibenzoate | Considered for PVC compounds, plastisols, vinyl flooring and wall coverings as a fast-fusing benzoate plasticiser. |
| Distilled Monoglyceride | Used as an antistatic and lubricating additive in selected PVC and polyolefin processing applications. |
| Dodecanedioic Acid | Intermediate for specialty polyamides, polyesters and engineering polymer chemistry. |
| Dolomite | Mineral filler in thermoplastic and thermoset compounds for cost control, stiffness and dimensional stability when the compound accepts a carbonate filler. |
| Epoxidised Soya Bean Oil | Secondary plasticiser and co-stabiliser in flexible PVC compounds, taking up hydrogen chloride released during processing and service while contributing plasticising effect. Used in film, calendered sheet, plastisols and non-phthalate compound designs. |
| Epoxy Resin | Matrix resin for composites, FRP and related polymer systems. Liquid bisphenol A grades are common starting points; novolac or modified types are selected when higher performance or chemical resistance is specified. |
| Ethyl Acetate | Dissolving medium for cellulosics, acrylics and rubber-based adhesive resins used in laminating adhesives, pressure-sensitive tapes and film coating lines. |
| Ethyl Acrylate | Comonomer in acrylic emulsion and solution copolymers. The ethyl ester sits between the hard methacrylates and the long-chain soft esters, so formulators reach for it to trim film hardness without giving up flexibility. |
| Ethylene Acrylic Acid Copolymer | Considered in PVC processing, colour concentrates and polymer modification where acid functionality and compatibility with polar substrates are useful. |
| Ethylhexyl Palmitate | Used in selected technical formulations as an ester plasticiser. |
| Fatty Acid Methyl Ester | Used in plasticiser manufacture and as a processing aid in PVC applications. |
| Fatty Alcohol Ethoxylate | Used as a non-ionic surfactant in selected emulsion polymerisation processes. |
| Fly Ash | Mineral filler in selected polymer compounds where a fine coal-combustion ash powder is accepted for bulk and cost-driven filler duty. |
| Formalin | Resin feedstock for thermosetting formaldehyde resin systems used in moulding compounds, laminates and related polymer manufacture. |
| Fumaric Acid | Comonomer feedstock for unsaturated polyester and related polymer systems used in composites, coatings and industrial mouldings. |
| Fumed Silica | Thixotropy and anti-settling in unsaturated polyester and epoxy systems, gelcoats, casting resins and composite laminating work, plus reinforcement in selected polymer compounds. |
| Furfuryl Alcohol | Building block for thermosetting furan resins and a reactive diluent in selected resin systems, including bio-based composite and binder chemistry. |
| Gamma Butyrolactone | Process solvent for polymers and resins where a water-miscible lactone solvent is preferred for dissolving or formulating duty. |
| Glycerol Monooleate | Internal lubricant, antifog and antistatic additive for selected PVC and polyolefin formulations. |
| Glycerol Monostearate | Internal lubricant, mould-release aid and antistatic agent in selected polymer processing and masterbatch work. |
| Glycidoxypropyltrimethoxysilane | Used as a coupling agent in glass-fibre and mineral-filled resin and composite formulations. |
| Graphite | Conductive and antistatic polymer compounds that disperse graphite powder as a carbon filler rather than amorphous carbon black pigment grades. |
| Hexamine | Hardener and cross-linking agent for phenolic novolac resins. On heating, hexamine releases formaldehyde and ammonia in situ, curing the resin in moulding compounds, foundry binders and related thermoset systems. |
| Hydrazine Hydrate | Intermediate for selected polymer and blowing-agent related synthesis routes that start from hydrazine hydrate rather than anhydrous hydrazine or a hydrazine salt. |
| Hydrocarbon Resin | Used as a modifier in selected polymer compounds where the specified resin grade is compatible with the base polymer. |
| Hydroquinone | Polymerisation inhibitor and stabiliser for acrylic acid, acrylate monomers, styrene and vinyl acetate monomer systems during storage and handling. |
| Hypophosphorous Acid | Process chemical for selected polymer and resin routes that use hypophosphorous acid as a reducing agent or intermediate. |
| Iron Oxide Pigment | Colourant for thermoplastic and thermoset compounds and masterbatch where heat-stable iron oxide shades are specified. |
| Isobutanol | Process and formulation solvent in adhesive, resin and polymer work, and feedstock for isobutyl ester plasticisers. |
| Isophorone | Solvent for vinyl copolymers, PVC organosols and plastisols, and for cellulose ester and acrylic resins used in plastic coating and film work. |
| Isopropyl Acetate | Resin and polymer solvent in adhesive, sealant and film applications, taken up where an ester carrier suits the binder system in use. |
| Itaconic Acid | Building block for superabsorbent polymers, dispersant polymers and bio-based or unsaturated polyester resin synthesis. |
| Kaolin | Functional filler in thermoplastic and thermoset compounds for stiffness, dimensional stability and surface finish without strong colour contribution. |
| Lead Nitrate | Component of heat stabiliser systems for nylon and polyester processing, where a lead salt is named in an established stabiliser package. |
| Lithopone | Whitening and opacity in polyolefin and PVC compounds, masterbatch and moulded parts, chosen where the shade target is a soft white rather than a maximum-brightness white. |
| Magnesium Acetate | Catalyst and processing additive duties in polyester and related polymer systems that specify a magnesium acetate feed. |
| Magnesium Hydroxide | Mineral flame retardant and smoke suppressant in wire and cable compounds, polyolefin compounds and moulded parts, where a halogen-free package is specified and the compound is processed at higher temperatures. |
| Magnesium Stearate | Internal lubricant, release aid and acid scavenger in polyolefin and other polymer compounds, often chosen where a magnesium soap suits the additive package better than a zinc or calcium one. |
| Maleic Anhydride | Reactive acid component in unsaturated polyester resin for fibreglass laminates, tanks, panels and gelcoats, and the monomer behind styrene-maleic anhydride copolymers and maleated polyolefin coupling agents. |
| Matting Agent | Used in polymer coatings and plastic-film applications where a controlled matt surface or texture is required. |
| Melamine | Raw material for melamine-formaldehyde and melamine-urea-formaldehyde resins used in moulding compounds, electrical components and durable moulded goods. Finished tableware is made from the resin or moulding compound, not from loose melamine powder. |
| Methacrylic Acid | Functional comonomer in acrylic and methacrylic copolymers, and the acid monomer charged in ion-exchange resin and specialty resin manufacture. |
| Methanol | Chemical intermediate and process solvent in selected polymer and resin value chains that use methanol as a feedstock or reaction medium. |
| Methyl Acetate | Solvent for cellulose derivatives, resins and selected polymer solutions handled in coating, film and adhesive production. |
| Methyl Amyl Ketone | Solvent for cellulose acetate butyrate, acrylic and vinyl resins in plastic coating, film casting and cement formulations. |
| Methyl Diethanolamine | Catalyst and process amine in selected polyurethane foam and related polymer systems where methyl diethanolamine is named on the formulation. |
| Methyl Ethyl Ketone | Solvent welding and cementing of selected ABS, acrylic and PVC parts, and a process solvent in compatible plastics film or sheet operations. |
| Methyl Ethyl Ketone Peroxide | Curing initiator for unsaturated polyester resin systems used in fibreglass-reinforced plastics and composite manufacture. |
| Methyl Isobutyl Ketone | Solvent or processing aid in selected resin and polymer operations where MIBK compatibility is confirmed by the manufacturer. |
| Methyl Methacrylate | Reactive vinyl monomer for PMMA acrylic sheet, rod and moulding compounds, and for impact modifiers and processing aids used with PVC. This page covers the liquid monomer, not finished PMMA polymer. |
| Methyl Palmitate | Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of selected plasticiser and polymer-additive materials. |
| Methylene Chloride | Blowing agent and process solvent in selected foam production for upholstery, bedding, insulation and related polymer work. |
| Monoethylene Glycol | Raw material for polyethylene terephthalate and other polyester production, including resin systems that use monoethylene glycol as a glycol component. |
| Myristic Acid | Lubricant and additive feedstock in polymer compounding, and a route to the metal soaps used for slip and release. |
| N-Butanol | Resin and polymer processing solvent, and feedstock duty in plasticiser and acrylate production where solvency and evaporation rate matter. |
| N-Heptane | Used as a polyolefin polymerisation diluent and for process-equipment cleaning where a non-polar solvent is required. |
| N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone | Process solvent and polymer processing aid for selected resins, plastics and fibre or film manufacturing steps that specify N-methyl-2-pyrrolidone. |
| Naphthalene | Starting material for phthalic anhydride and selected synthetic resin routes. Buyers should state the downstream process and any purity or form preference. |
| Naphthenic Oil | Extender, process aid or carrier oil in polymer and elastomer systems where a naphthenic cut is preferred over a paraffinic solvent-neutral grade. |
| Neopentyl Glycol | Charge polyol in unsaturated polyester and gel-coat resins for reinforced plastics, and a raw material for polyester plasticisers used in polymer compounding. |
| Nitromethane | Dissolving and processing aid for cellulose esters, acrylates and related polymer systems that a hydrocarbon solvent cannot handle. |
| Nonylphenol | Used as a raw material in phenolic and epoxy resin production and related polymer processing formulations. |
| Normal Paraffin | Used as a process or derivative feedstock in plasticiser and related polymer-industry manufacturing routes. |
| Optical Brightener | Water-insoluble benzoxazole and bis-benzoxazolyl types are used in plastics, polyester fibre and masterbatch applications. |
| Organoclay | Used as an organophilic mineral filler in selected polymer and nanocomposite compounding systems. |
| Ortho-Dichlorobenzene | Used as a process solvent for selected polymer dissolution and manufacturing applications. |
| P-Toluenesulphonic Acid | Catalyst and process acid in selected polymer and resin manufacture, including curing systems that call for solid or solution PTSA rather than a mineral acid. |
| Palmitic Acid | Internal and external lubricant in polymer processing, and feedstock for the metallic soaps used as heat stabilisers and slip additives. |
| Para Dichlorobenzene | Chemical intermediate for polyphenylene sulfide (PPS) and related resin synthesis routes that specify the 1,4-dichlorobenzene isomer. |
| Paraffinic Oil | Process aid, carrier and softening oil in polymer compounding and thermoplastic elastomer work, including masterbatch and dust suppression on filler blends. |
| Paraformaldehyde | Solid formaldehyde source for phenolic, urea and melamine resin manufacture and related polymer systems where controlled release from powder or prills is preferred to aqueous formalin. |
| Perchloroethylene | Process solvent and chemical intermediate in selected chlorinated and polymer-related synthesis routes that specify tetrachloroethylene. |
| Phenol | Intermediate for bisphenol A and phenolic resin systems used in plastics, composites and related polymer manufacture. |
| Phenol Sulphonic Acid | Used as an intermediate or catalyst component in selected resin-manufacturing processes. |
| Phosphorus Oxychloride | Chlorinating feedstock for triaryl and trialkyl phosphate esters used as plasticisers and phosphorus flame retardants in polymer compounds. |
| Phthalic Anhydride | Principal raw material for unsaturated polyester resins used in FRP, gelcoats and moulded composites, and for polyester polyols feeding rigid polyurethane foam systems. |
| Polyamide Resin | Ink and coating binders for corona treated polyolefin and polyester film, where adhesion to a low energy surface is the difficult part of the job. |
| Polybutene | Cable filling and wire-compound additive where a hydrophobic liquid polybutene grade is specified for dielectric filling, moisture barrier or processing behaviour. |
| Polyether Polyol | Flexible and rigid polyurethane foam for furniture, bedding, insulation panels and other polymer applications. |
| Polyethylene Glycol | Plasticiser and processing aid, where it adds flexibility without the migration behaviour of a phthalate. |
| Polyethylene Wax | Internal and external lubricant in PVC and polyolefin processing, and a dispersion aid in masterbatch and colour concentrate where pigment wetting and output rate matter. |
| Polyisobutylene | Cling and stretch film modification and cable or wire compound additive, where a solid or semi-solid isobutylene polymer improves cling, tack or moisture barrier. |
| Polymer | Polymeric materials and synthetic resins selected for moulding, extrusion and compounding duties where the buyer specifies the polymer type and grade. |
| Polymeric MDI | Reactive isocyanate component with polyols for rigid polyurethane foam, flexible and moulded foam systems, and other polyurethane polymer formulations used in insulation, cushioning and structural foam parts. |
| Polypropylene Glycol | Polyol building block for flexible and rigid polyurethane foam and for polyurethane elastomers. Buyers normally specify molecular weight, functionality and hydroxyl number for the foam or elastomer system. |
| Polyvinyl Alcohol | Protective colloid in emulsion polymerisation of vinyl acetate and related systems, and a binder in selected polymer and specialty compound formulations that call for water-soluble polyvinyl alcohol rather than a vinyl acetate resin. |
| Potassium Persulfate | Initiator for emulsion and solution polymerisation of acrylic, styrene-acrylic, vinyl acetate, PVC and SBR systems, used thermally or in a redox pair with a reducing agent. |
| Precipitated Calcium Carbonate | Functional filler for polymer and masterbatch systems selected by particle profile and surface treatment. |
| Precipitated Silica | Functional filler and processing aid in selected polymer compounds and masterbatches that need a fine amorphous silica rather than a crystalline mineral extender. |
| Propyl Gallate | Process and storage antioxidant in selected polymer, wax and masterbatch systems that need a phenolic stabiliser compatible with the base resin. |
| PVC Processing Aid | Fusion, melt-strength and surface-quality adjustment in rigid and flexible PVC compounding for extrusion, calendering, injection and blow moulding. |
| Sebacic Acid | Diacid monomer for nylon 6,10 and speciality polyamides, and for long-chain polyester segments that need flexibility and hydrolysis resistance from the C10 spacing. |
| Silica Flour | Filler in plastics, resin casting, polymer flooring and artificial stone formulations. |
| Silicone Emulsion | Mould release and die lubrication in moulding and profile extrusion, and internal component of water-based release sprays. |
| Silicone Oil | Mould release in injection moulding and thermoforming, and internal lubricant that stops mouldings binding without staining the part. |
| Slack Wax | Used in selected PVC formulations that specify an oil-bearing petroleum wax. |
| Sodium 2-Ethylhexyl Sulfate | Used as a co-surfactant and stabilising component in acrylic, vinyl-acrylic and styrene-acrylic emulsion polymerisation systems. |
| Sodium Dodecylbenzene Sulphonate | Anionic emulsifier for emulsion polymerisation systems. |
| Sodium Formaldehyde Sulfoxylate | SFS is used in redox-initiated emulsion polymerisation for acrylic, styrene-butadiene and vinyl acetate polymer systems. |
| Sodium Persulfate | Water-soluble free-radical initiator for emulsion polymerisation of acrylics, styrene, vinyl acetate and SBR latex, run thermally or paired with a reducing agent for lower-temperature starts. |
| Sodium Thiocyanate | Polymer processing duties linked to polyacrylonitrile and related acrylic systems where NaSCN is part of the process chemistry. |
| Sorbitol | Polyol feedstock for selected polyurethanes, surfactants, plasticisers and related industrial synthesis routes. |
| Stearic Acid | Internal or external lubricant and release aid in polymer processing, and a feedstock for calcium, zinc and other metallic stearates. |
| Styrene Monomer | Liquid aromatic monomer for general-purpose and expandable polystyrene, ABS and SAN resin manufacture, and related styrene polymerisation where the monomer rather than a finished polymer is required. |
| Succinic Acid | Intermediate and co-monomer chemistry for unsaturated polyester resins, polyurethane systems and selected biodegradable polymer routes that use succinic acid rather than other C4 dicarboxylic acids. |
| Succinic Anhydride | Resin intermediate and crosslinking co-reactant for polyester and related polymer systems used in industrial coatings, composites and moulded parts. |
| Talc | Functional filler and nucleating or anti-block aid in thermoplastic and thermoset compounds, used to improve stiffness, dimensional stability and surface finish without strong colour contribution. |
| Tall Oil Fatty Acid | Feedstock for dimer acids and polyamide resin production. |
| Tallow Amine Ethoxylate | Used in selected antistatic and surface-treatment additive formulations for polymer processing. |
| Tert-Butyl Peroxybenzoate | Free-radical initiator for selected polymerisation processes and elevated-temperature curing systems. |
| Tetrahydrofuran | Process solvent for polymer and PTFE-related work, including dissolution, cementing and intermediate steps that specify tetrahydrofuran rather than a general ketone or ester solvent. |
| Thioglycolic Acid | Intermediate for organotin and other thioglycolate chemistry used in PVC heat-stabiliser systems, where free thioglycolic acid is the starting acid. |
| Titanium Dioxide | White pigment and opacity agent in thermoplastic and thermoset compounds and masterbatch; grade and surface treatment are matched to the polymer system and processing conditions. |
| Toluene | Solvent and processing aid in selected polymer, resin and adhesive operations where aromatic hydrocarbon compatibility is required. |
| Triacetin | Plasticiser for cellulose acetate and related polymers, the single largest industrial use of triacetin, including cellulose acetate filter-tow bonding. |
| Tribasic Lead Sulphate | Used as a lead-based heat stabiliser in rigid PVC compounding for pipe, profile and sheet formulations where this stabiliser chemistry is specified. |
| Tributoxyethyl Phosphate | Used as a plasticiser in selected cellulose and vinyl systems, subject to the formulation's required purity, colour and compatibility. |
| Tributyl Phosphate | Plasticiser for cellulose acetate and related cellulosic compounds, where it lowers processing viscosity and improves flexibility of the finished film or sheet. |
| Triclosan | Antimicrobial additive for selected polymer compounds and plastic articles when the buyer specifies triclosan for the polymer system. |
| Triethylamine | Catalyst in polyurethane foam systems and a process additive in selected resin and polymer manufacture. |
| Triethylene Glycol | Plasticiser for vinyl polymers and polyester films, where it keeps the finished sheet flexible. |
| Trimethyl Pentanediol Monoisobutyrate | Used as a plasticising or slow-solvent component in selected specialty polymer formulations. |
| Trimethylolpropane Triacrylate | UV-curable resin and specialty composite formulations requiring trifunctional crosslinking. |
| Triphenyl Phosphite | Used as a phosphite antioxidant and processing stabiliser in PVC, polyurethane, polyester, polyamide and engineering-plastics formulations. |
| Ultramarine Blue | Blue colourant in masterbatch and compounded polymers, and a whitening tint in otherwise off-white compounds; state the resin, the processing temperature and the target shade so the grade can be matched. |
| Urea | Feedstock for urea formaldehyde and melamine urea formaldehyde resins used in particleboard, plywood and decorative laminate. |
| Vinyl Acetate Monomer | Raw material for polyvinyl acetate, ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymers and other vinyl acetate copolymers used in polymer processing and formulation. |
| White Oil | Process oil, internal lubricant and plasticising aid in selected polymer and thermoplastic elastomer formulations. |
| Xylene | Solvent and processing aid in selected polymer, adhesive and sealant operations where aromatic solvent compatibility is established. |
| Zinc Borate | Used as a flame-retardant synergist and smoke suppressant in PVC compounds, wire and cable insulation, polyolefins, nylon and engineering plastics. |
| Zinc Oxide | Functional filler or additive in selected polymer compounds where ZnO is specified for processing or end-use performance. |
| Zinc Stearate | Internal and external lubricant, release agent and plate-out control additive in PVC compounds, polyolefin resins and masterbatch, and a co-additive in mixed metal soap stabiliser systems. |
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