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Advancements in plastic additive science are crucial for developing more durable, sustainable, and versatile plastic products across various industries.

Plastic Additive Science: Understanding The Mechanisms Behind Plastic Additives

July 21, 2026

Plastic additive science represents a fascinating and critical aspect of polymer chemistry, delving into the intricate mechanisms that underpin the functionality and versatility of plastic materials. Additives play a pivotal role in modifying and enhancing the properties of plastics, contributing to their stability, durability, processing characteristics, and aesthetic appeal. In this blog post, we explore

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Degradable Additives vs. Traditional Plastics: What You Need to Know

July 16, 2026

Plastic is one of the most widely used materials in the world, but non-biodegradable plastic can take centuries to decompose. To address this, some plastic manufacturers have introduced biodegradable plastic additives that make plastic more eco-friendly by accelerating its breakdown.  Here’s what you need to know about degradable additives with traditional plastics, how they work,

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The right additive chemistry is where regulatory compliance for plastics starts - before the mold, before the line, before the market

Regulatory Compliance for Plastics: Everything You Need to Know

July 10, 2026

Regulatory compliance in plastics is no longer just a back-office responsibility. It directly affects material selection, product design, supply chains, and global market access. Modern regulations extend well beyond basic product safety. Today’s frameworks address chemical composition, processing behavior, environmental impact, and end-of-life disposal. For manufacturers, this means navigating multiple regulatory systems across different regions

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What are Process Aids and UV Stabilizers?

June 25, 2026

Plastics are made by polymerization. This chemical process creates long chains of repeating molecules made primarily of carbon, oxygen, and hydrogen. The physical and chemical properties of the plastic are dictated by the structure of those molecules. Process aids, UV stabilizers, and other additives are added to plastics to change their properties. Here’s how process

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How Plastic Additives Are Used In Injection Molding

June 18, 2026

Injection molding is one of the more popular processes commonly used in manufacturing. Because of its popularity, this process is popular when mass-producing your product. This process of molding has also become popular thanks to its sustainability in manufacturing, especially in the plastic industry. With injection molding and the proper plastic additives, it is possible

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Plastic items without UV stabilizers in plastic additives look destroyed after sun exposure.

How UV Stabilizers in Plastic Additives Protect Products from Sun Damage

June 12, 2026

Plastic products face a relentless enemy: the sun. Whether it’s outdoor furniture, automotive components, or agricultural films, prolonged exposure to ultraviolet radiation causes fading, cracking, and structural breakdown. This is where UV stabilizers in plastic additives become essential, offering crucial protection that extends product lifespan and maintains performance. Understanding Sun Damage in Plastics When plastic

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qtmi.com

714-575-5000

Contact: Kevin Para
kevin@qtmi.com or
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540 S Melrose St.,
Placentia, CA 92870

Founded in 1999, QTM, Inc. was established to better serve thermoplastic processors, OEMs, and end users. Unlike the larger distribution companies that dominate today’s plastics distribution world, we are a smaller yet aggressive plastics distribution and manufacturing partner. Our mission is to provide personalized, efficient, and high-quality service to meet the unique needs of our clients.

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