This updated, expanded volume has long been established as the "bible" for all those involved in the chemistry and technology of polymer additives.
Contents: Antioxidants. Metal Deactivators. Light Stabilizers. PVC Stabilizers. Plasticizers. Lubricants and Related Additives. High-Polymeric Processing Aids for PVC. High-Polymeric Additives for Improving Impact Strength. Fillers and Reinforcements. Fiber Reinforcements. Colorants. Flame Retardants. Antistatic Agents. Fluorescent Whitening Agents. Biostabilizers. Chemical Blowing Agents. Organic Peroxides as Cross-linking Agents. Nucleating Agents for Partly Crystalline Polymers. Aspects of Plastics Additives Relative to Industrial Hygiene, the Environment and Articles in Contact with Food. Analysis of Additives. Symbols. Index of Trade Names. Index.
Review: "... an extensive and balanced treatment."
—Plastics News
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Reinhard Gächter