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Processing Aids

Based on 1776 products - Last update on the Jun 26, 2025

Processing aids are additives used in plastics manufacturing to enhance the efficiency and quality of the production process. These aids typically have a smooth, often translucent appearance and function by improving the flow properties of molten plastic, reducing friction, and preventing defects such as melt fracture. Key features include better mold release, increased stability, and improved surface finish. Processing aids are suitable for applications in food and beverage industry.

Alternatives to processing aids include lubricants and stabilizers. Current trend is the growing use of sustainable and eco-friendly processing aids that aim to reduce environmental impact. Sub-types include fluoropolymer-based and silicone-based additives.

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Plumbing (Pipes, Fittings...274 products

Packaging185 products

Wiring & Cables158 products

Claims / benefits

Dispersion, Good268 products

Lubrication / Slip, Good255 products

Flow, Good207 products

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PALMOWAX Oleyl Palmitamide (OPA)

by KLK OLEO

PALMOWAX Oleyl Palmitamide (OPA) by KLK OLEO acts as a slip agent, dispersant, external lubricant, flow improver, internal lubricant, matting agent, processing aid, surface finish improver and anti-blocking agent. It offers excellent surface migration and dispersion properties, while its addition to asphalt enhances viscoelasticity and raises the softening point which is ideal for road construction. It also enhances thermal stability and processing efficiency in complex systems. It has several polymer applications including ABS (acrylonitrile butadiene styrene), acetal, nylon/polyamide, PBT (polybutylene terephthalate), PC (polycarbonate), PE (polyethylene), PET (polyethylene terephthalate), PMMA (polymethyl methacrylate), PU (polyurethane), PVC (polyvinyl chloride), rubber, SBC (styrene block copolymer), thermoplastic polyester, wood plastic composite (WPC).

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PALMESTER 810TM

by KLK OLEO

PALMESTER 810TM by KLK OLEO is an external and internal lubricant for PVC. It also acts as anti-blocking agent, flow improver, surface finish improver, processing aid and mold release agent.

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DOWSIL™ 5-1050 Polymer Processing Aid

by Dow

DOWSIL™ 5-1050 Polymer Processing Aid by Dow is a polymer processing aid. It is a polyethylene masterbatch for use in variety of extrusion applications. It reduces melt fracture, haze and die pressure while improving clarity in films.<br> <ul style="padding-left: 40px;"><li> It is free from antiblock and slip additives. </li> <li>Offers smoother surface and better film optics for visual appeal.</li> <li> Provides enhanced extrusion efficiency, less downtime and scrap.</li> <li> Recommended for industrial and consumer packaging films.</li> <li> It can also be used in blown film for polyethylene packaging.</li> <li> The suggested use level for DOWSIL™ 5-1050 Polymer Processing Aid is 1-3%.</li> <li> Complies with U.S. FDA 21 CFR174.5 and Europe Commission Regulation (EU) No 10/2011.</li></ul>

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IncroMax™ PS

by Cargill

IncroMax™ PS by Cargill acts as a processing aid and anti-scratch agent for styrenics. It provides mold release, scuff- and scratch resistance and surface quality enhancement. It migrates to the surface of the polymer where it forms a thin lubricating layer, which reduces the coefficient of friction between surfaces and reduces unwanted adhesion. <br> <ul style="padding-left: 40px;"><li>It offers improved de-nesting and packing of preforms.</li> <li>It has a vegetable origin and can be dispersed evenly through the polymer in melt phase.</li> <li>It is easy to process and produces fewer rejected parts and less waste.</li> <li> It improves output rate, reduces temperature and extruder speeds in processing.</li> <li>IncroMax™ PS is suitable for use in PMMA and clear/opaque HIPS and GPPS.</li> <li>It is non-toxic and has no adverse effects on the physical properties of the polymer and reduces manufacturing noise.</li> <li>It is recommended for automotive-, houseware- and furniture plastics, cosmetics jars and bottles, food containers, trays, film production, and injection molding applications.</li> <li>It has a shelf life of 365 days.</li></ul>

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IncroMax™ 100

by Cargill

IncroMax™ 100 by Cargill acts as an internal lubricant, processing aid and friction modifier for polyethylene terephthalate (PET). It improves flow during processing and reduces energy consumption & coefficient of friction (high slip). It offers increased output rate, packing & de-nesting, scratch resistance, reduced scuff as well as 60% reduction in mold release force. <br> <ul style="padding-left: 40px;"> <li> It provides medium slip, torque release and composite lubrication, while having no impact on optical clarity. </li> <li> It can be dispersed evenly through the polymer in the melt phase that migrates to the surface of the polymer, where it forms a thin lubrication layer reducing unwanted adhesion. </li> <li> It can be used to improve product quality and process efficiency in film & sheet extrusion and injection molding. </li> <li> It is suitable for automotive, wood polymer composites, composites, and biopolymers. </li> <li> Recommended dosage level is 0.1-0.5%. </li> <li> It is used in PETg, PC, PBT, PLA & its blends and other bioplastics applications. </li> <li> It has a shelf life of 1 year. </li></ul>

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IncroMax™ 300

by Cargill

IncroMax™ 300 by Cargill acts as an internal lubricant, processing aid and friction modifier designed specifically for polycarbonate (PC). It offers increased output rate, slip performance, scratch resistance, reduced processing temperature and improved mold release. <br> <ul style="padding-left: 40px;"> <li> It can be used to improve product quality and process efficiency in PC sheet, glazing and injection molding applications. </li> <li> It provides improved flow during processing and reduced coefficient of friction with no impact on optical clarity. </li> <li> IncroMax™ 300 is used in automotive plastics. </li> <li> Recommended dosage level is 0.1-0.5%. </li> <li> It has a shelf life of 1 year. </li></ul>