Oxea introduces new stabilised plasticiser

OBERHAUSEN, GERMANY–Oxea introduces stabilised TOTM (trioctyl trimellitate or tri-2-ethylhexyl trimellitate) under the brand name Oxsoft TOTM ST into its comprehensive range of phthalate-free plasticisers. The new addresses specific performance requirements in applications where extreme low volatility is required.

Oxsoft TOTM ST is stabilised with Lowinox CA22, a high performance specialty antioxidant from Addivant’s specialty antioxidant portfolio. Compared to conventional antioxidants being used in the plasticiser industry, Lowinox CA22 enables more efficient stabilisation, provides superior colour stability and has better compatibility with the PVC compound.

With the addition of the stabilizer, Oxsoft TOTM ST provides even more robust extraction resistance, sustains color quality throughout a longer lifecycle, and enables additional thermal stability during the manufacturing process. The suggested application areas for Oxsoft TOTM ST are cables, wires and -----coated fabrics manufacturing. Oxsoft TOTM ST is already available in commercial quantities and shipping to customers has commenced.