As the name suggests, a desiccant masterbatch is an advanced functional masterbatch developed to solve the moisture problem. A desiccant is a substance designed to eliminate humidity
Desiccant Masterbatches (Moisture Absorbent Masterbatches) As the name suggests, a desiccant masterbatch is an advanced functional masterbatch developed to solve the moisture problem. A desiccant is a substance designed to eliminate humidity and enhance extrusion and injection processes. A desiccant masterbatch gives a complete solution to the processor so as to reduce or remove undesired moisture. Moisture can be present in raw materials such as hygroscopic polymers, fillers, and pigments. This masterbatch is used in eliminating moisture in virgin and recycled LD, LLDPE, HM, PP etc. Desiccant masterbatch is suitable for blown film extrusion, injection molding, and blow molding process. It is used directly by mixing the masterbatch and the damp plastic material uniformly. Moisture Absorber Masterbatches are provided in granular or pellet form with a high concentration of active agents and excellent dispersion into the end product. Benefits of using this product include avoiding problems during the process such as : fisheyes, holes, and grooves Why Use Desiccant Masterbatches? Desiccant masterbatches can counter problems that develop during the processing of plastics due to the presence of moisture and prevent adsorption of moisture during transportation. Moisture can be present in raw materials such as hygroscopic polymers, fillers, and pigments. Reprocess polymer can also have high moisture content. When processing polymer with high moisture content the polymer can become porous and show voids/lower tensile in the final articles or extruded/blown sheet. In film applications, the high moisture content can lead to film bubble breakage.