Imerys showcased smart mineral innovations for plastics and rubber at K show 2025
Last update on Sep 29, 2025
Imerys showcased the power of smart mineral innovations for plastics and rubber at K show 2025 in Düsseldorf, October 8-15 Hall 8A - Booth F40. Imerys is recognized for its commitment to excellence and its ability to deliver innovative, market-driven solutions to its customers all over the world - wherever they are.
As a trusted partner to the Polymers industry, Imerys works in tandem with its clients to develop innovative solutions that help address global trends as well as the sector’s evolving challenges.
Addressing global trends and industry challenges
As global megatrends - such as the energy transition, sustainable construction, and consumer demand for more natural products - gain momentum worldwide, the Plastics and Rubber sector is under increasing pressure to offer competitive solutions. Also, stricter environmental regulations and increasing demand for low-impact materials are driving the need for rapid innovation.
Imerys is committed to supporting its customers through this journey, with smart, innovative and game-changing solutions, by harnessing the potential of its extensive worldwide mineral portfolio.
“Imerys occupies a unique leadership position in the market by offering polymer compounders the most extensive range of innovative mineral-based solutions. Drawing on decades of expertise, we continually invest in research and innovation to create groundbreaking engineered solutions and technologies that can lead our customers to be one step ahead of their competition. And with a strong local presence across key regions, we’re able to be their partner of choice wherever they are - helping them respond to today’s challenges with agility, while delivering long-term value.”, said Armando Villasmil, vice president Polymers, Adhesives, Rubber, Paints, Paper & Packaging - Performance Minerals EMEA & APAC.
Featuring smarter innovations
Smart, sustainable solutions took center stage on the Imerys booth at K, where the company presented its most recent developments for the EMEA market - including several new releases.
Automotive
New Polwhite™ LOOP - circular kaolin for tires: The first ISCC PLUS certified circular kaolin for inner liner applications, providing optimum barrier performance.
- HAR ® talcs: Imerys' High Aspect Ratio Talcs set the industry standard for ultimate mechanical performance.
Consumer Goods
- New FilmLink ® 410 for breathable hygiene films: FilmLink® 410 delivers unique controlled breathability, fewer film defects, and higher productivity.
Construction & Cable
- New Polarite™ 503E for medium and high voltage cables: New mineral solution allowing the highest insulation performance for medium and high voltage cables. Tested and proven under wet conditions and extreme temperatures.
Conductive Polymers
- Extra conductive ENSACO® 320G: Novel, high-purity conductive carbon black additive that delivers extra conductivity for the production of high-quality electrically conductive polymer components. From 2026 onwards, all of the ENSACO® carbon black grades will have a reduced CO₂ footprint by 66%.
Thermally conductive polymers and adhesives
- TIMREX ® Graphites and C-THERM® Expanded Graphites: High-purity additives used in Thermal Interface Materials to boost thermal conductivity while reducing the amount of ceramic fillers needed. Imerys has the widest worldwide portfolio of mineral solutions for polymers, which includes other sustainable and certified recycled innovations.