Imerys introduces ImerShield™ solutions. ImerShield™ performance minerals are mineral-based synergists developed for flame retardant (FR) applications in polymers. Due to their engineered morphology and chemistry, ImerShield™ products enable manufacturers to synergistically enhance the efficacy and reduce loading levels of flame retardant(s) to meet desired FR classifications.

“ImerShield™ products act as synergists to help meet and exceed existing FR classifications (e.g. to achieve UL94-V0 rating at 0.4 mm thickness) and reduce the loading of FR additive, resin, and/or glass fiber,” Douglas A. Smith, Vice President, Polymers and Coatings, Performance Minerals Americas. “Depending on the product selection, they can help to improve the reinforcement of plastics, reduce equipment corrosion or improve rheology and melt flow. In addition, ImerShield™ products are sustainable mineral based solutions. Their use as a flame-retardant synergist could significantly reduce the carbon footprint of the formulation.”

Intumescent FR Engineering Thermoplastics (ETP) are increasingly used in electrical and electronic (E&E) applications for a broad range of products from cellular phones, computers, and electric vehicles to appliances and other electronics. Imerys Performance Minerals has developed a range of ImerShield™ FR synergists for use in these FR systems. Several studies conducted by Imerys in intumescent polyamide 6 and 6/6 formulations have confirmed that ImerShield products can be used to improve FR classification and reduce flame retardant loading.

Imerys Performance Minerals is continuously evolving and expanding as we transform minerals into solutions, designed to meet the specific needs of our customers and their end-use applications. ImerShield™ is designed to provide extensive benefits for electronic manufacturers. We look forward to further cultivating valued customer relationships through innovative product development.

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