Polymers shape the modern world -from packaging and pipes to coatings and composites. Behind every high-performance polymer is a chemistry that makes it possible. Evonik equips manufacturers across the polymer value chain with advanced additives, silanes, initiators, and intermediates that enhance processability and stability. Whether you're producing polyethylene, polypropylene, PVC, or thermoplastic articles, our solutions support polymerization control, foam control, dispersion and surface modification.
Why Choose Evonik for Polymer Production?
- Proven Chemistry: Trusted brands like Catylen®, Dynasylan®, and TEGO® deliver consistent performance in polymerization, dispersion, and stabilization.
- Foam Control Portfolio: More than twenty TEGO® Antifoam grades based on organo-modified siloxanes, polyethers, vegetable oil, paraffinic or mineral oil — including APEO-free and silicone-free options.
- Tailored Innovation: From packaging to drinking water applications, our products are designed to meet your unique polymer production requirements.
Solutions by Application
Polymerization & Initiation
- Catylen®, Butene-1, 4-Hydroxy TEMPO – Catylen® S 101, S 102 and S 103 are solid magnesium ethanolate based catalyst support precursors. 1-Butene is used as co-monomer for polyethylene and for ethylene/propylene copolymers. 4-Hydroxy TEMPO is a stable free radical.
- VESTANAT® - Isocyanate-based hardeners deliver mechanical properties and chemical resistance for various applications. Products like VESTANAT® IPDI help control polymerization speed and process reliability.
- SiYPro® A420 and A551 – Inhibit free-radical polymerization in hydrocarbon processing.
Surface Modification & Dispersion
- Dynasylan®, SURFYNOL®, TEGOMER® – Silanes and surfactants that improve pigment dispersion, adhesion, and compatibility in polymer dispersions and coatings. Dynasylan® MEMO is a methacrylfunctional silane used as adhesion promoter, surface modifier, co-monomer for polymer synthesis and crosslinker. Dynasylan® VTMO and VTEO are vinylfunctional organosilanes. TEGOMER® DA 640 is an anionic modified polyether for dispersing fillers and pigments in water-based systems.
Foam Control
- TEGO® Antifoam – Antifoam emulsions and concentrates for polymer production, based on organo-modified siloxanes, polyethers, vegetable oil, paraffinic or mineral oil. TEGO® Antifoam KS 95 is used in E-PVC production. TEGO® Antifoam 2291 is APEO- and silicone-free and complies with EU Regulation 10/2011.
- TEGO® Coagulant 4720 – Works by heat sensitization of natural and synthetic latex.
Emulsifiers & Wetting Agents
- REWOPOL® – Nonionic and anionic surfactants for stable emulsions and efficient wetting in polymer dispersions and processed articles. → REWOPOL® B 1003 is a disodium tallow sulfosuccinamate used as emulsifier for the production of emulsion polymers; REWOPOL® V 10033 is an emulsifier for the production of polymer dispersions.
- TEGOMER® D 3403 – Reactive emulsifier for the production of PU dispersions.
Specialty Additives
- DEGACRYL® – Methacrylic acid copolymers used as emulsifiers and as thickeners in medium and high viscosity for water-based applications.
Your Evonik Advantage
- Reliable Supply: Global production and logistics ensure consistent availability and quality.
- Technical Expertise: Our specialists work with you to optimize formulations and processes.
- Innovation-Driven: Evonik develops and sells solutions that evolve with your market requirements.
Ready to Advance Your Polymer Strategy?
Discover how Evonik’s chemistry can help you control polymerization, foam, dispersion and surface properties in your process.
Explore our solutions or contact us today to discuss product selection for your polymer system.