Evaluating 6PPD alternatives: the case for holistic support

Evaluating 6PPD alternatives: the case for holistic support

Sustainability and environmental stewardship continue to drive innovation in polymer and industrial chemical development for a wide variety of end-use applications. 

Whether the goal is improving material performance to support evolving application requirements, or simply to find more sustainable or environmentally ‘kind’ materials - material scientists are now challenged to review the full product life cycle before making final product decisions. 6PPD is a good example of this.

Challenges with 6PPD

6PPD is an anti-degradant used in tires and general rubber products (such as transmission belts, hoses, automotive mounts and bushes). It is effective in protecting rubber products from environmental and oxidative attack from heat, UV, and ozone – and extending product lifespan. However, the environmental transformation product of 6PPD, 6PPD-quinone (6PPD-Q), has been shown in studies to be toxic to aquatic organisms, raising environmental concerns and prompting regulatory and industry scrutiny.

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Q&A: Evaluating Alternative Materials for Tires: The Future Beyond 6PPD

Holistic support

As global material regulations rapidly evolve and sustainability reporting requirements become more robust, manufacturers require end-to-end solutions for the development process. In this article, we discuss the need for holistic, expert support with rubber product development.

Read the article to find out more.

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