CapaT Significantly Enhances Biodegradability & Bioplastic Performance
Perstorp, world leader in specialty chemicals, will be launching its proven technology CapaT Thermoplastic products for bioplastics at K Fair, 2013. Considerable investments have been made in caprolactones to ensure we deliver new CapaT products that address key issues related to plastic materials, such as sustainability, biodegradability and product safety.
Bioplastics are receiving enthusiastic attention today because they save on resources and offer the unique potential of carbon neutrality. With a projected growth in bioplastics of 500% between 2011-2016* this is a very exciting growth area. Perstorp, the world leader in caprolactones, a biodegradable polyester, has made substantial investments in the development of CapaT for bioplastics.
Bioplastics that are biodegradable, such as PLA (PolyLactic Acid) and TPS (ThermoPlastic Starch), are becoming increasingly attractive to both consumers and producers, as they offer new ways of recovery and recycling. Perstorp's caprolactones enhance the properties of bioplastics allowing them to be used for new market opportunities and applications. CapaT provides superior biodegradation, easier processing and compatibility.
CapaT - the perfect polyester for bioplastic blends
CapaT is the perfect polyester for bioplastics blends, improving several mechanical properties as well as accelerating biodegradation of the biopolymers. Bioplastics with CapaT biodegrade quickly in the right conditions - you can use domestic composting, rather than industrial requiring a higher temperature. CapaT also offers excellent tear properties by adding mechanical strength, and making the bioplastic more flexible, so that it elongates and stretches rather than tears. The excellent low temperature performance allows bioplastic products to be used in cold environments.
With CapaT you achieve a more durable product for a longer life with better compostability at end of life. The low melting point reduces energy consumption when processing to a minimum. This all adds up to a very sustainable and practical solution for bioplastic producers.
CapaT facilitates new opportunities for other bioplastics
The synergy effects of adding CapaT to biopolymers mean greatly increased opportunities. For example, by adding CapaT, PLA can be used in film applications. CapaT can be easily blended with PLA and starch based polymers to attain customized and desirable properties that really broaden their appeal.
Wherever you can use biopolymers you can use CapaT that is ideal for both renewable and disposable polyesters. In disposables - for plastic bags, compost bags, coated paper and one-time plastic cutlery, and in renewables - for cutlery, trays and items that need to last a year or two. Bioplastics are now broadening out into electronic equipment, such as mobile handsets and casings, and making inroads into automotive parts too. CapaT is an essential part of this journey into these new market segments.
Get the inside track on CapaTM for bioplastics at K Fair at stand B15, hall 07.2
Perstorp will also be showcasing new products for carbon source for intumescent flame-retardants, non-phthalate plasticizers for sensitive applications and new high heat resistant transparent thermoplastic co-polyesters for plastic packaging and durable applications. Please go to www.perstorp.com for more details on Perstorp's presence at K Fair 2013.
For more information, please contact:
Linda Nilsson
Project Manager Innovation
linda.nilsson@perstorp.com
+46-435-382-91
Jesper Fahlén
Product Manager
jesper.fahlen@perstorp.com
+46-435-382-53
Kevin Noels
EMG
knoels@emg-pr.com
+31-164-317-011
*Source: European Bioplastics
Cecilia Nilsson
Communications Director
Perstorp Holding AB
SE-284 80 Perstorp
Phone +46-435-372-50
Fax +46-435-348-33
Mobile +46-70-630-82-93
e-mail: cecilia.nilsson@perstorp.com
www.perstorp.com
