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SI Group Showcases Sustainable Innovations at K 2025

The upcoming K 2025 trade fair, taking place from October 8 to 15 in Düsseldorf, Germany, will see the SI Group, a global leader in high-performance additives and solutions, unveil its latest portfolio of innovative additive technologies. With a keen focus on sustainability and performance, SI Group is set to deliver significant advancements for various applications in the plastics and rubber industries.

Visitors can engage with the SI Group at Hall 6, Stand B08, where daily technical presentations will highlight the company's commitment to enhancing the performance and sustainability of numerous plastic applications. Experts will be on hand to discuss the latest developments, including solutions for recycled polypropylene, PFAS-free additives, and alternatives to Arvin for automotive, packaging, and consumer applications. Interested attendees can sign up for these expert-led sessions through Eventbrite.

Key Product Showcase

The array of products showcased at the SI Group stand emphasizes the company's dedication to forward-thinking solutions that promote sustainable practices within the industry. The featured innovations include:

• - WESTON™ 705: A next-generation liquid phosphite antioxidant free from nonylphenol, approved for food contact in over 50 countries. It stands out as a premier stabilizer for polyethylene blown films.
• - LOWINOX™ 1790: This high-performance, hindered phenolic antioxidant outperforms traditional mixtures like HN-150 and LOWINOX GP45 in preventing oxidation and degradation of Spandex. Notably, it boasts an improved safety and environmental profile, generating no NDMA or other known carcinogens.
• - LOWINOX™ TBM6: A refined hindered thiophenol antioxidant, specifically purified for high-voltage cable insulation.
• - NAUGARD BIO-XL™: An accelerator containing over 95% biocarbon, designed for sulfur crosslinking in both natural and synthetic rubbers. It avoids releasing harmful nitrosamines listed in TRGS552 standards.
• - NAUGATAC™ 1068-ULM: The latest tackifier from SI Group that offers a reduced SVHC content and enhances tackiness across various elastomers, including tire compounds and other rubber products.

These innovative products will be displayed in an interactive booth designed to demonstrate their technical benefits and applications effectively.

Commitment to Sustainability

Robert Kaiser, VP of Polymer Solutions and Managing Director at SI Group, stated, “Sustainability and performance are at the core of our operations. Our presence at K 2025 underscores our commitment to advancing circular and responsible solutions. We continue to prioritize compliance with regulations while ensuring our additive platforms like EVERCYCLE™ and NAUGARD BIO-XL deliver the reliable, high-performing results our customers expect.”

To explore the complete range of performance additives and solutions offered by SI Group for the plastics and rubber industries, visit their website at www.siigroup.com.

About SI Group

SI Group is a leading global innovator in performance additives, process solutions, active pharmaceutical ingredients, and chemical intermediates. Their solutions are vital for enhancing the quality and performance of countless industrial and consumer goods across various sectors, including plastics, rubber, adhesives, fuels, lubricants, oilfields, and pharmaceuticals. With a global manufacturing presence spanning 19 facilities across three continents, SI Group supports customers in 80 countries with a dedicated workforce of approximately 1,600 employees. In 2025, the company received a bronze medal from EcoVadis for corporate social responsibility and ranks in the top 35% of over 150,000 businesses worldwide. SI Group passionately drives innovation and change to create value through its commitment to safety, chemistry, sustainability, and remarkable results.

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