Current Status of Environmentally Friendly Flame Retardants in the Plastics Industry
Release Date:
2019-03-30 14:51
The rapid development of the plastics industry has brought about a series of social issues, such as white pollution, where non-degradable plastic waste directly impacts our living environment. However, another problem demands our attention: plastics are also highly flammable, making them prone to causing fire incidents. To ensure everyone's safety, an increasing number of manufacturers are opting for flame-retardant modification of plastics to enhance their fire resistance. Below, Daoer's editor will discuss the current status of eco-friendly flame retardants in the plastics industry.
To delay or prevent plastic combustion, flame retardants have become essential processing aids. They significantly enhance a plastic's flame resistance, smoke suppression, and self-extinguishing properties. Incorporating flame retardants into plastics requires adherence to the following principles and methods: First, the type of flame retardant must be selected based on the plastic's intended application. Generally, thermoplastics use additive flame retardants, while thermosets typically employ reactive flame retardants. Second, the flame retardant must be non-toxic, and the flame-retardant process should minimize the generation of irritating gases. Third, ensure that the flame retardant does not react with the plastic material, thereby preventing any adverse effects on the plastic's normal properties, such as surface smoothness and gloss.
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Current Status of Environmentally Friendly Flame Retardants in the Plastics Industry
The rapid development of the plastics industry has brought about a series of social issues, such as white pollution, where non-degradable plastic waste directly impacts our living environment.