Advance Polymer Flexibility with Evonik’s ELATUR® and VESTINOL® Additives
Flexibility, durability, and chemical resistance—these are the hallmarks of high-performance polymer systems. In industries where hoses, tubes, and polyether-based materials must withstand demanding environments, Evonik delivers the chemistry that makes it possible. Our plasticizer technologies enable manufacturers to fine-tune mechanical properties, improve processing, and meet evolving sustainability standards.
Evonik develops and sells additive solutions that enhance polymer flexibility, reduce migration, and support long-term performance in automotive, industrial, and consumer applications.
Why Choose Evonik for Polymers & Polymerization?
Evonik brings unmatched innovation to polymer chemistry:
Proven Performance: Polymer flexibility and longevity powered by ELATUR® and VESTINOL® plasticizers for highly reliable formulation performance.
Sustainability at the Core: Low‑migration, low‑VOC plasticizers and highly efficient catalysts help reduce environmental footprints and support modern regulatory compliance.
Tailored Solutions: Whether you are polymerizing olefins, modifying polyethers, or fine‑tuning PVC performance, our portfolio adapts to your exact process and material demands.
Solutions by Application
Flexible Polymer Systems & Specialty PVC
For hoses, tubes, cables, flooring, and consumer applications requiring softness, durability, and migration resistance.
VESTINOL® – High‑molecular‑weight general pupose plasticizers for flexible PVC and other polymers, offering very good aging resistance and a good resistance to cold and low volatility
ELATUR® – Plasticizer of the last generation designed for low migration, improved softness, and enhanced sustainability.
Polymerization Initiation & Radical Chemistry
For emulsion and solution polymerization of acrylics, VCM, SBR, neoprene, styrenics, and latex systems.
Ammonium Persulfate – High‑purity radical initiator used across polymer chemistry, latex production, and synthetic rubber manufacturing.
Potassium Persulfate – Key initiator for acrylic, vinyl, neoprene, and styrene‑butadiene polymerization.
Sodium Persulfate – Strong oxidant and polymerization initiator used for PVC, latex, and resin systems.
Catalysts for Polymer Synthesis & Modification
Supporting transesterification, ring‑opening polymerization, anionic polymerization, polyether synthesis, and depolymerization chemistry.
Alkoxides – Strong Bases for Precision Polymer Chemistry:
Sodium Methylate Solutions (21–30%) – Catalysts for polyether synthesis, PET depolymerization, methylation steps, and biodiesel‑type transesterifications.
Potassium Methylate (Powder & 32% Solution) – Highly reactive bases for transesterification, ring‑opening, and anionic polymerization processes.
Sodium Ethylate & Potassium Ethylate – Strong bases for organic and polymer synthesis workflows.
Potassium iso‑Propylate, Potassium n‑Butylate, Potassium tert‑Amylate, Sodium tert‑Amylate – Specialty alkoxides enabling controlled polymer reactions, fine‑chemistry steps, and advanced polymer modifications.
Olefin Polymerization & Advanced Catalyst Systems
For polypropylene and polyethylene production, precise molecular control and high catalyst productivity.
Catylen® – Ziegler‑Natta catalyst supports (S‑series) and donors (D‑series) enabling precise polymer architecture, strength, and processing performance.
Noblyst® – Precious‑metal hydrogenation catalysts used in polymer precursor synthesis and fine‑chemical steps essential to polymer production pathways.
The Evonik Advantage
Reliable Chemistry: Each product is engineered for consistency, purity, and predictable reactivity to help maximize your production reliability.
Eco‑Conscious Innovation: High‑efficiency initiators and low‑impact plasticizers support CO₂ reduction goals and circular material strategies.
Expert Collaboration: Our global teams work closely with manufacturers to streamline processes, optimize formulations, and expand what's possible in polymer engineering.
Ready to Elevate Your Polymer Systems?
Discover how Evonik’s polymerization initiators, plasticizers, alkoxides, and catalyst technologies can help you achieve cleaner reactions, stronger performance, and more sustainable materials.
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