Masterbatch & plastic additives — sourcing guide & suppliers
Types
White masterbatch (TiO₂ 50-75%)
Black masterbatch (carbon black)
Colour masterbatch
Filler masterbatch (CaCO₃, talc)
Additive masterbatch (UV, antistatic, slip, antiblock)
Flame retardants (brominated, phosphorus, ATH, MDH)
Antioxidants & UV stabilisers (HALS)
Nucleating & clarifying agents
Processing aids, waxes & lubricants (PE wax, calcium stearate)
Blowing agents & compatibilisers (MAH-g-PP)
Key specifications to agree with your supplier
- Grade
- Form
- Virgin / recycled
- Melt flow index (MFI) (g/10 min)
- Density (g/cm³)
- Colour
- Packaging