Compounding World Expo North America 2024

GENIOPLAST^® Pellet 345 is a silicone copolymer containing over 90% siloxane. When applied to the blown film process, it can produce or enhance a wide variety of products, ranging from simple monolayer films for bags to very complex multilayer structures used in food packaging. Multilayer film structures can be made by blown film coextrusion which is a process in which two or more polymers are extruded and joined together in a feedblock or die to form a single structure with multiple layers.

FDA-Approved Attributes

GENIOPLAST^® Pellet 345 has an unique structure and is a flexible and durable material which contains neither plasticizers nor reinforcing fillers. It can be processed using standard thermoplastic processing techniques. The high siloxane content prevents impairment of the elastomeric properties at low temperatures. Pellet 345 is a silicone copolymer delivering numerous flow and processing benefits, as well as improvements to the mechanical properties of the polypropylene based films, such as bi-oriented polypropylene (BOPP) films. Pellet 345 increases flexibility and elongation of films enabling films producers to further downgauge films. With the FDA approval, films producers can leverage GENIOPLAST^® Pellet 345 can gain more performance with less material in food packaging.

WACKER’s advanced thermoplastic engineered materials offer a strong alternative to PFAS for blown films. This innovation greatly improves the food packaging industry and creates new opportunities in the compounding and masterbatch sectors. The company's dedication to delivering customized solutions addresses the unique needs of its customers while promoting sustainability and competitive growth.

To assist customers in identifying their unique formulaic needs in real-time at the tradeshow, WACKER is offering a simple, easy to use interactive decision-tree at booth #C918. This will serve as a one-stop shop that will allow customers to view the full depth of WACKER’s portfolio of GENIOPLAST^® and GENIOSIL^® products which are FDA-approved additives used for processing and film applications., and flame retardants. The presentation will focus on different properties, such as scratch and mar resistance, elongation, filler treatment and the option of creating flexible polymers.

"WACKER is dedicated to innovation and customer engagement. Our investment in R&D and creative marketing approaches enhance our products and customer interactions," said Dr. John Young, Technical Service Manager for Functional Additives at Wacker Chemical Corporation. "The interactive decision tree helps customers drill deeper into their needs and increases their understanding of our capabilities which lead to more productive discussions about client needs in real-time.”

Visit WACKER in Cleveland, Ohio, at Compounding World Expo North America, booth C918. Click here to learn more about GENIOPLAST^® Pellet 345 and to download a product sheet.