OXO Biodegradable Masterbatch
Our oxo-biodegradable masterbatch is a performance-driven additive formulation designed to impart controlled oxidative biodegradability in conventional polyolefins such as PE (LDPE, LLDPE, HDPE) and PP (homopolymer and copolymer), without compromising mechanical integrity during use-phase.
Optimized for film extrusion, injection molding, and blow molding applications, this masterbatch enables transition to environmentally responsible plastics while retaining the processability and cost-efficiency of traditional polymers.
Built-In Degradability
Formulated with metal salt-based pro-oxidants (typically manganese or iron stearates), this masterbatch initiates a two-phase degradation process
Abiotic Oxidative Degradation: Triggered by UV radiation, heat, and mechanical stress, it breaks the polymer backbone into low-molecular-weight oxidized oligomers through free-radical chain scission.
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Biotic Assimilation : The oxidized fragments are rendered hydrophilic and bioavailable to microbial colonies, enabling complete mineralization to CO₂, H₂O, and biomass under appropriate environmental conditions (e.g., soil burial, compost piles).
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Intelligent Degradation for Everyday Plastics
Time-Controlled Biodegradability
Onset of degradation can be engineered based on application lifecycle.
Minimal Impact on Mechanical Properties
Maintains tensile strength, elongation, and dart impact performance until activation.
Printable & Sealable
No adverse effects on corona treatment, printing adhesion, or heat-sealing integrity.
Process-Compatible
No modification to existing extrusion, molding, or converting lines.
Non-toxic & Heavy Metal-Compliant
Compliant with global environmental directives, including RoHS and REACH.
Accelerate Sustainability
End Use Applications
Agricultural Films
Mulch films, greenhouse films with programmed end-of-life degradation.
Retail & Garbage Bags
Bags for markets demanding landfill and litter-degradable alternatives.
E-commerce & Courier Packaging
Films and mailer bags with a reduced environmental footprint.
Disposable Foodware
Single-use items like cutlery, trays, and containers.
