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Flame Retardant Polyolefin Formulations

Maxxam™ FR Flame Retardant Formulations and Maxxam™ NHFR Non-Halogen Flame Retardant Formulations

Proven & Sustainable

Maxxam™ FR flame retardant polyolefin formulations are engineered to meet stringent flammability performance requirements. Standard formulations conforming to UL 94 V-2, V-0 and 5VA performance ratings are available, with many in the portfolio offering elevated Relative Thermal Index (RTI) ratings.

Jacketing and cross-web formulations meeting UL 444 for wire & cable and plenum applications are also available. As an industry standard with proven performance for nearly 20 years, Maxxam FR is an ideal choice for a variety of industries, including consumer, electrical and electronic, and wire and cable. It continues to evolve to meet the changing needs of the marketplace, including sustainability. Custom products can be formulated with recycled PP and PE for improved recyclability, plus the portfolio includes halogen and non-halogen products.

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Impact

  • UL 94 V-2, V-0, 5VA ratings and elevated RTI ratings
  • UL 444 & Yellow Card ratings
  • Can be injection molded or extruded
  • Non-halogen grades available with low toxicity
  • Colorable
  • Low dielectric performance with select formulations
  • Alternative to FEP

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Case Study: Category Cables

An alternative solution meets FR goals, saves cost, and improves processing ease.

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Non-Halogen Polyamid: Bergamid™ FR

Eco-conscious fire retardant performance and the application flexibility of nylon.

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FireCon™ CPE Formulations

Ideal insulation jacketing choice for low-voltage power-and-cable control cables.

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Product Series Applications Description
Maxxam™ NHFR Formulations Electrical & Electronic, household appliances Non-halogen, UL94 V-2, and V-0 rated formulations
Maxxam™ FR Formulations for Wire & Cable Category cable insulation and cross-webs Non-halogenated and halogenated alternatives that meet demanding flame performance for UL 444 & Plenum Yellow Card ratings
 
Avient Wire & Cable Industry Bulletin Industry Overview Overview of how Avient serves wire & cable customers, highlighting both power and data cables technologies
Battery Pack and Cover for Vacuum Cleaner Case Study (Snapshot) Maxxam™ FR Flame Retardant Formulations provided certified material and added durability to vacuum battery pack and cover
Category Cable Case Study (Snapshot) Maxxam™ FR formulations met stringent UL 444 standards and saved costs for a major wire & cable producer
Category Cables - Case Study Case Study Maxxam™ FR Polypropylene Solutions provide cost savings and improve data processing capabilities
Engineered Materials for EV Batteries Infographic Discover engineered polymers to advance battery design and performance
Engineered Polymer Materials for EV Batteries Video Learn more about advanced polymer technologies that enhance EV battery design and performance to enable benefits such as extended vehicle range, lightweighting and sustainability.
Kitchen Extractor Hoods Case Study (Snapshot) Maxxam™ NHFR formulation provides non-halogen flame retardant performance for extractor fan 
Maxxam™ FR Flame Retardant Polyolefin Formulations Product/Service Overview Overview of key characteristics, markets, applications and formulations
Maxxam™ FR Injection Molding Processing & Design Guides Injection molding parameters and guidelines for Maxxam FR polyolefin formulations
Power Tool Battery Pack Case Study (Snapshot) Maxxam™ FR Formulation provided flame retardent and HDPE based solution for power tool battery pack
Refrigerator Base Case Study (Snapshot) Maxxam™ FR Flame Retardant Formulations provided a flame retardant solution and excellent processability for refrigerator base
SEM Flame Retardant Solutions Video Discover Avient's portfolio of flame retardant engineered materials available in a range of polymers
Wire and Cable - Product Selection Guide (Chinese) Product Selection Guide Explore product offerings for wire and cable applications (Chinese language version)
Wire and Cable - Product Selection Guide (English) Product Selection Guide Explore product offerings for wire and cable applications (English language version)
Wire and Cable - Product Selection Guide (Spanish) Product Selection Guide Explore product offerings for wire and cable applications (Spanish language version)

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