CHARGUARD™ 2000

Fire Retardant Synergist

CHARGUARD™ 2000 is an organically modified mineral thickener most suitable for compounding in combination with fire retardants in low to intermediate polarity thermoplastic resin systems. The usage of CHARGUARD™ 2000 as a synergist at total formulation weight levels of from 3.5% to 5% may lead for improvements in fire retardant protection performance leading to cost savings, reduced environmental impact, and potentially improved material properties.

Key properties

  • Does not contain intentionally added Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).
  • Enhances the effectiveness of non-halogenated and halogenated fire retardants by delaying the combustion process and stopping the spread of molten flame drip.
  • Creates char layer oxygen barrier which is non-flammable and reduces the availability of combustible gases generated during thermal decomposition.
  • Reduces the amount of smoke produced in a fire; a significant factor in improving fire safety and survivability.

Functions

  • Rheological additives
  • Organoclay

Market segment

  • Plastics

Application

  • Automotive plastics
  • Household appliances plastics
  • Recycled plastics
  • Flame retardancy plastics

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