Through the development of brilliant technology, SmartPlastic additives are bringing a new generation of eco-friendly plastics to life. By exploiting decades of experience in virtually every aspect of the production of plastic, we produce additives proven to have a profoundly positive effect on the behavior of plastic products. Designed to protect the health of Mankind and his planet, our additives are transforming the plastics industry.
Portfolio of Performance Additives
SPTek ECLIPSE™ – BIO-ASSIMILATION ADDITIVE
Causes plastic to biodegrade naturally
- Traditional plastic does not rapidly degrade, contributing to litter
- Uniquely formulated to provide controlled useful-life prior to rapid 100% natural biodegradation
- Contains no heavy metals
- 100% Recyclable
- No plastic filament residue in soil
- Simple 1% inclusion in finished film production process
- Extensive independent testing proven reliability
- Not designed for use in PET
- Made in USA
- FDA Approved
- Resin Carrier
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SPTek GARD™ – ANTI-MICROBIAL ADDITIVE
Controls pathogens like E. Coli and Salmonella
- Antimicrobial proven highly effective against MRSA, Salmonella, Listeria, E. coli and dozens of common, dangerous organisms
- New silver ion based technology
- PE, PP, PS, PET, ETC. compatible
- Simple minimal inclusion in finished film production process
- Independent testing proven reliability
- Made in USA
- FDA Approved
- Resin carrier
SPTek SERVO™ – ANTI-FUNGAL ADDITIVE
Controls bacteria and fungi with particular focus on M. Piriformis and P. Roqueforti
- Allows reduction of preservatives
- Proven to extend shelf life of foods such as baked goods and cheese
- Simple minimal inclusion to finished film production process
- Numerous applications in plastics including packaging, agriculture, medical, etc.
- Independent laboratory testing proven
- Made in USA
- FDA Approved
- Resin Carrier
SPTek REDUCER ADDITIVE™
Reduces raw materials
- The reducer additive is based on the principle of the inclusion of specific process-aiding components to an existing polyethylene substrate
- This provides enhanced mechanical properties, namely improved dart impact resistance and tear initiation properties
- This allows for the reduction of the crosssection thickness to permit maintenance of original mechanical specifications while using appreciably less raw material
- Made in the USA
- FDA Approved
- Resin carrier
SPTek KONSERV™ – OXYGEN SCAVENGER
Increases product shelf life
- Formulated to remove oxygen, protecting food from oxygen deterioration
- Extends shelf life of fruit, meat, dairy, and baked goods
- PE, PP, PS, PET, ETC. compatible
- Replaces other oxygen-scavenging devices in packaging
- Made in USA
- FDA Approved
- Resin carrier
SPTek LIQUID GARD™ – Liquid Antimicrobial
Providing long lasting protection on surfaces in restaurants and public dining areas.
- Rapid application and immediate drying
- Even distribution – less than 1 mil. depth
- Long lasting protection
- FIFRA (The Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act) approved.
- EPA approved. Can be used for applications related to non-food contact, food contact, and drinking water applications. Such as, polymer incorporated applications, artificial counter top, drinking water filter, and ice machine applications, etc.
- Listed under NSF (National Sanitation Foundation) approved substance under NSF Standard 51
- FDA Approved
SPTek X-EL™ – Odor Eliminator
Don’t disguise or mask odors – eliminate them.
- Rotten vegetables, eggs, animal feces, dirty clothing, fermented cheese, rotten fish, diapers, ammonia, etc.
- Inorganic material – not silver
- Excellent heat resistance
- Can be compounded into most resins
- Will steadily reduce odors in high humidity environments
- FDA Approved
- Resin carrier
Oysterlean™
Low Impact on Carbon Footprint and Economy
- Contains C14 (Carbon 14 – “new carbon”) and reduces energy usage in the manufacturing process
- Can replace fossil fuel based resins in plastics packaging up to 50% and lower the Carbon Footprint and Economy
- Sourced from Oyster shells becoming waste at the oyster farms during harvesting
- Lowers the Carbon Footprint (CO2) by 80-90% in comparison to polythene (PE) and can reduce the climate impact in polythene shopper bags up to 40%
SPTek TRACER™ – ANTI-COUNTERFEIT
Protects products from counterfeiting
- Advanced technology system provides plastic with a unique traceable property
- Simple minimal inclusion in finished film production process
- Applicable in majority of plastics
- Extensive independent testing proven reliability
- Made in USA
- FDA Approved