Avient simplifies BOPP film formulations with combined slip and antistatic solution
Last update on Apr 10, 2026
Avient Corporation launched Hiformer™ Slip + Antistatic for BOPP Films, a new additive for biaxially oriented polypropylene (BOPP) films in Latin America, that addresses industry challenges of balancing multiple film properties while maintaining production efficiency.
The new, super-concentrated liquid additive combines migratory slip and antistatic agents in a single formulation. This consolidation reduces production complexity while delivering consistent performance across key film properties.
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Solving critical BOPP film production challenges
Traditional approaches to BOPP film production require separate additives for slip and antistatic properties, creating inventory management challenges, potential dosing errors, and inconsistent film quality.
Hiformer Slip + Antistatic for BOPP Films addresses these pain points through:
Simplified production: One additive replaces two separate products, reducing handling and potential formulation errors
Precise performance control: Maintains coefficient of friction (CoF) between 0.20 and 0.35 with consistent static control
Improved optical properties: Delivers enhanced gloss and transparency compared to conventional multi-additive systems
Exceptional efficiency: Requires only 0.30 to 0.50% dosage—significantly lower than traditional additive combinations
Cleaner operations and more predictable processing: The liquid formulation is dosed directly into the extrusion feed zone using a high-precision dosing unit, compared to solid masterbatch alternatives.
Approved for food contact applications: Useful for transparent, matte, pearl, and white BOPP films across various thicknesses, addressing the full spectrum of flexible packaging needs.
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Equipment available at no additional cost
Recognizing that equipment investment can be a barrier to adopting new technologies, Avient provides the precision dosing equipment on loan at no additional cost to customers.
“Latin American BOPP film manufacturers face increasing pressure to improve efficiency while maintaining the highest quality standards,” said Adriano Muzzi, general manager, Latin America at Avient Corporation. “Hiformer Slip + Antistatic delivers on both fronts—our customers can simplify their operations, reduce material handling, and achieve excellent film properties. We're not just providing a product; we're offering comprehensive technical collaboration, including on-site support, pilot and production trials, and ongoing training throughout the entire project lifecycle.”
Hiformer Slip + Antistatic for BOPP Films is now commercially available in the Latin American market.