Why Optical Brightener Masterbatch Is a Game Changer in Plastics

Anamika
2 min readJan 31, 2024

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Fluorescent whitening agents. Recognized as optical brighteners, play a pivotal role in the industry. These additives are key in enhancing whiteness and brightness in plastic-based products. With KANDUI leading the way in maximizing the potential of this material.

Versatile Compounds

Compounds, whether in solid pellets, or liquid solutions. Or occasional solids, constructed from plastic compound CaCO3 (or similar fillers in powder form), plastic color. And additional additives. Through a meticulous process of melting, cooling, and granulating, these compounds formed. Reducing the reliance on primary plastics. Providing color to plastic products, and imparting functional properties. This diverse functionality categorizes these materials into three major types:

  • Calcium Carbonate Filler
  • Color
  • Additive

Optical Brighteners: Illuminating Excellence

  • Fluorescent Mechanism in Action

KANDUI’s Optical Brighteners take center stage in enhancing brightness, cleanliness. And whiteness in products. Operating on a fluorescent mechanism, these optical brighteners absorb light in the violet. And ultraviolet spectrums (340–370 nm) and re-emit it in the blue region (420–470 nm). Resulting in a bluish appearance that masks the effects of the color yellow.

  • Precision in Dosages

To achieve these properties, specific brightener chemicals like diphenol vinyl-dibenzoxazol (C22H12N2O2) added to the base resin in small amounts, usually less than 5%. Recommended dosages, including OB1 (1%), OB2 (0.5%), and OB3 (0.25%), ensure optimal performance. These optical brighteners typically appear in the form of yellowish pellets.

Advantages of Optical Brighteners

  • Outshining Alternatives

While manufacturers can achieve a bright. White look through alternative methods such as white or other plastic colors. The optical brightener stands out by ensuring visibility in both dark and light-deficient environments.

  • KANDUI’s Superiority

Optical brighteners from KANDUI offer advanced properties, including:

  • A distinctive blue-purple tint
  • Enhanced radiance of colored articles
  • High concentrations of brighteners
  • Improved optical properties
  • Increased appeal of finished products
  • Glossy and smooth surfaces for films
  • Improved processability of plastic materials
  • Whiter recycled polymers

Applications and Specializations

  • Wide-ranging Uses

Optical brighteners find high recommendations in various applications. Such as agricultural uses (film, cast, sheets, and raffia), plastic fibers, and thermoplastic molded parts. And manufacturing processes like extrusion molding for flexible packaging.

  • Custom Solutions by KANDUI

KANDUI specializes in optical brighteners for PE plastic. But equipped to create custom solutions for other plastics like LD, LLDPE, PP, PS, PET, ABS, PVC, Nylon, and more.

Choosing Excellence: Why KANDUI?

  • Industry Leadership

Choosing KANDUI for Optical Brighteners is a strategic decision. As one of the leading manufacturers and exporters in India. KANDUI is dedicated to providing high-quality products and services.

  • State-of-the-Art Manufacturing

Located in Bahadurgarh, near Delhi, the manufacturing plant utilizes modern technology. Boasts a flexible production system, accommodating small orders and special requests.

  • Rigorous Quality Control

With an equipped laboratory ensuring quality control. KANDUI produces approximately 2500 tons dedicated to additives.

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Anamika
Anamika

Written by Anamika

Anamika is a successful leader in the plastic industry, with a wealth of knowledge and experience to her role championing practices in the industry.

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