Product overview
POLYGOLD® AOX is an additive compound designed to prevent oxidative degradation of plastics during processing and throughout their service life. Oxidation can occur due to heat, mechanical stress, or exposure to oxygen, leading to polymer chain breakdown, discoloration, brittleness, loss of mechanical strength, and reduced durability. AO masterbatches incorporate proprietary antioxidant additives into a polymer carrier, protecting the material and ensuring long-term stability, mechanical performance, and aesthetic quality.
Key Features & Benefits
- Prevents Thermal Degradation: Protects polymers during high-temperature processing like extrusion, injection, or blow molding.
- Maintains Mechanical Properties: Preserves tensile strength, elongation, and impact resistance over time.
- Enhances Color Stability: Prevents discoloration or yellowing caused by oxidation.
- Improves Processability: Reduces viscosity changes, gelling, or surface defects during manufacturing.
- Extends Product Life: Ensures long-term durability of pipes, films, sheets, and molded products.
- Compatibility: Can be used with a variety of fillers, pigments, UV stabilizers, and other functional masterbatches.
Why Use AO Compounds?
Antioxidant compounds are essential for maintaining polymer integrity during both processing and the product lifecycle. They prevent thermal and oxidative damage, ensuring mechanical strength, color stability, and long-term reliability, which is critical in packaging, construction, automotive, and consumer applications.