What are the Grades of Color Masterbatch

So much of our modern world is colored plastic, and even though that's the case, very few people know about the intricate process of color masterbatch. With masterbatch, a concentrated mixture of pigments or additives are encapsulated during a heat process. Branding is one of the most essential things to create a business people know and love. One of the most crucial aspects of branding is color, which is possible through the magic of color masterbatch. When this plastic coloring is combined with specialty compounding, colorful plastic takes on specialized characteristics, like glow-in-the-dark properties or UV protection.

What are the different types of color masterbatch?

1. White Masterbatch - This specific type of masterbatch is equipped to provide both brightness and opacity. You can most commonly find this type of masterbatch in the production of:
   • Films
   • Bottles
   • Consumer products
   • Construction material
   • Containers
2. Black Masterbatch - This different type of coloring adds black pigments to the carrier resin. Often, the core pigment is carbon black. Besides the color, it enhances the plastics' UV stability and electrical conductivity. Some of the most common products include:
   • Agricultural films
   • Packaging
   • Electric equipment
   • Automotive components
3. Standard Color Masterbatch - This type of work pulls from an existing broad palette of colored masterbatch. Pigments are already encapsulated in the carrier resin. Of all the options available, this is often the most cost-effective (without cutting corners). Many options are available off-the-shelf, meaning that there is a wide selection of colored resin that is ready to ship. Of course, custom color matching options are available through the best color masterbatch suppliers.

For more information on colored plastic options and how our team can help your next job, you should not hesitate to contact our expert and talented team. We know the ins and outs of color masterbatch and specialty compounding, so we'd make a great team.

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