IFF's Nutrition & Biosciences Solutions for Plastic Compounds

IFF's Nutrition & Biosciences, established through the 2021 merger of DuPont Nutrition & Biosciences with International Flavors & Fragrances Inc., headquartered in New York City, United States, supplies food-grade additives for polymers, including antistatics/antifogs (GRINDSTED® series, e.g., PS 426 polyglycerol ester; DIMODAN® series, e.g., HS K-A distilled monoglycerides) and dispersants (METHOCEL™ hydroxypropyl methylcellulose). These products provide mold release, anti-static control, anti-fogging, and improved processability in polyolefins like PP and PE films, with approvals for food-contact applications. They ensure optical clarity, heat stability, and effective particle dispersion in PVC and other plastics, emphasizing sustainable, plant-derived solutions.

GRINDSTED® SOFT-N-SAFE™

GRINDSTED® SOFT-N-SAFE™ by IFF's Nutrition & Biosciences acts as a plasticizer for polyvinylchloride (PVC). It is an acetic acid ester of monoglycerides made from fully hydrogenated castor oil. It is used as an alternative to conventional phthalate plasticizers in applications where their use is restricted. GRINDSTED® SOFT-N-SAFE™ shows similar performance to DINP.

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GRINDSTED® PS 432

GRINDSTED® PS 432 by IFF's Nutrition & Biosciences is an internal antistatic agent used in various types of plastics. It is a blend of polyglycerol ester made from edible, refined vegetable fatty acids and acetic acid ester of monoglycerides made from fully hydrogenated castor oil. GRINDSTED® PS 432 also acts as a lubricant for plastic and food extrusion, and for surface modification of fillers and pigments.

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GRINDSTED® PS 426

GRINDSTED® PS 426 by IFF's Nutrition & Biosciences acts as an antistatic additive in random copolymer polypropylene. It is an emulsifier blend manufactured from edible, fully hydrogenated vegetable fatty acids. GRINDSTED® PS 426 provides outstanding performance without blooming problems in comparison to conventional GMS materials.