Plastics additives

particles added to a matrix material, usually to improve its properties or reduce cost

Anti-fog agents, also known as anti-fogging agents and treatments, are chemicals that prevent the condensation of water in the form of small droplets on a surface which resemble fog. They are one of many additives used in the production of plastics.

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substance which is capable of producing a cellular structure via a foaming process

chemical stabilizer added to polymeric materials