Elevate Your Products with Intelligent Polymer Additives
Enhance your polymer processing and product performance with Struktol’s intelligent additive solutions. Tell us your challenge, and let’s innovate together.
Products & Services
Struktol offers a variety of state-of-the-art additive products for manufacturers in industries like rubber, plastics, automotive, and more.
Rubber Additives
Enhance your rubber processing from start to finish with Struktol’s natural and synthetic rubber additives.
- Rubber Lubricants
- Homogenizing Agents
- Mold Release Agents
Plastic Additives
- PVC Additives
- Thermoplastic Additives
- Performance Additives
Wood-Plastic Composite (WPC) Solutions
Elevate your WPC products with Struktol’s specialized additives designed to enhance scratch resistance, adhesion, and more.
- Capstocks
- Coupling Agents
- Performance Additives
Technical Services & Custom Solutions
Advance your polymer offerings with tailored additive solutions and compound formulations from Struktol.
- Comprehensive R&D Support
- Quick Turnaround on Samples
- Responsive Technical Assistance
How We Help
Struktol’s cutting-edge rubber and plastic additives help manufacturers around the world achieve superior product performance, increased efficiency, and competitive advantage.
With ISO 9001:2015 certified quality management and advanced R&D facilities, we engineer additives that help you improve products across a wide range of applications.
Viscosity Control
More stable, faster processing
Mold Release
Enhanced component quality and shorter cycle times
Improved Mixing and Filler Dispersion
Strong, uniform results and increased efficiency
Enhanced Odor Control
Less finished-part odor and better performance
Property Enhancement
Controlled material behavior for more consistent results
Discover how Struktol’s intelligent additive solutions can drive your success.
Innovation in Action
See how Struktol additives help manufacturers enhance their results.
Improved Processing
A compounder and molder of automotive parts was processing their nylon at too high a temperature causing longer cycle times due to cooling and potential issues with stability of the polymer. They replaced their incumbent lubricant system with STRUKTOL® TR 063A which allowed them to reduce the temperature of their compounding and molding processes by almost 20°C, leading to more consistent compounding and faster molding cycle times. In addition, they reduced the tendency to see discoloration in the parts due to stability issues, maximizing the performance of their heat stabilizer package.
Recycle Content Incorporation
An extruded composites manufacturer reached out to the Struktol team to find a way to effectively recycle ample amounts of PE, PP, and LLDPE scrap, including trimmings from tetra-pack juice boxes and ground-up automobile tires. By using a Struktol TR lubricant and homogenizer, our client was able to incorporate loadings of up to 70% crumb rubber into an extruded profile with good processing characteristics and physical properties.
Odor Neutralization / VOC Reduction
Struktol’s solutions for odor neutralization and VOC reduction include RP 53 and RP 17, which tackle challenging odor and emissions concerns. RP 53 is engineered to neutralize odors at their source, effectively eliminating unpleasant smells, while RP 17 masks residual odors, providing an improved sensory experience. These additives not only address environmental compliance but also enhance workplace air quality, making them ideal for applications requiring advanced odor and emissions control.
Increased Melt Flow
Struktol’s innovative VMO series enhances polymer processing by significantly increasing melt flow rates. This improvement allows for smoother, more efficient manufacturing processes, reducing energy consumption, and improving product consistency. The VMO series is ideal for applications where increased flow properties are critical to optimizing production.
Why Struktol?
Struktol Company of America, a member of the Schill + Seilacher group of companies, delivers cutting-edge polymer additive solutions for rubber, plastics, and WPC applications. We’re leaders and innovators who are always seeking the next breakthrough in rubber and plastic additives.
Leaders in Sustainability
At Struktol, we’re dedicated to environmental stewardship. Our Bronze EcoVadis rating reflects our ongoing commitment to sustainable practices. We continually innovate to develop eco-friendly polymer additive solutions, maximizing recycled content production and reducing environmental impact. When you choose Struktol, you choose a partner that prioritizes both performance and planet.
Innovating Through R&D
Our three state-of-the-art R&D facilities keep our expert team of chemists at the forefront of additive innovation. We invest heavily in research and advanced testing capabilities to develop multifunctional additives, sustainable solutions, and custom formulations, all backed by ISO 9001:2015 certification. We take a proactive approach to regulatory compliance to ensure that our solutions meet global standards and help you lead the way in your industry.
Redefine polymer performance with Struktol.
Request a quote, get a sample, or start a conversation to learn more about how we can help you improve your products.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are quick answers to some of the questions we get the most.
How do Struktol additives improve polymer processing?
Struktol additives enhance processability by reducing viscosity, improving filler dispersion, promoting mold or die release, lowering friction, stabilizing melt flow, and decreasing cycle and mixing times. Many also improve surface finish, increase throughput, and enhance mechanical properties.
Are Struktol additives compatible with my polymer system?
Yes. Struktol formulates products for compatibility across a range of polymers, including polyolefins (PP, PE), PVC, thermoplastics, and elastomers. Product performance and compatibility will vary by formulation.
Can Struktol additives help reduce VOCs and odors in plastic parts?
Yes. Products like STRUKTOL® SA 1259 are designed for odor neutralization and volatile organic compound (VOC) control, allowing manufacturers (especially those in the automotive interior sector) to reduce VOC levels by 30% or more.