Plastic can be highly flammable; this is why it ought to be made to retard the combustion process. PCPPL, a flame retardant masterbatch manufacturer provides flame retardant MB that extinguishes the spread of toxic gases, flame and smoke in plastic articles. These masterbatches are specifically formulated to work effectively against ignition and quenching while maintaining the mechanical properties of the thermoplastic. It is the perfect material solution for polymers to enhance the resistant properties of the end product. The masterbatch comprises flame retardants incorporated into the polymers to reduce flame propagation, improve resistance to combustion, suppress smoke generation and avoid dripping. As a leading flame retardant masterbatch supplier, we offer custom-formulated flame retardants to align with the base resin’s molecular structure and melt viscosity.
Types of Flame Retardant Masterbatches Compounds
- Halogen Flame Retardants:
These masterbatches are known as Bromine-Flame Retardants (BRFs). These compounds are incorporated into plastic, releasing hydrogen gas as the material burns. This helps to extinguish the fire by diluting the existing oxygen. It is used in various applications like construction and building materials, electronic equipment, textiles, medical devices and other products.
- Non-Halogenated Flame Retardants
It has gained immense popularity as it relies on intumescent systems, fire barriers and flame-retardant chemicals to prevent and suppress the spread of fire. These are phosphorus-based flame retardants involving organic and non-organic compounds like phosphates, phosphate esters, halogenated phosphorus, and inorganic phosphorus. These flame retardants become quite popular in electrical equipment, textiles, building materials, etc.