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For years, manufacturers in a range of industries have been using antimony oxide and antimony trioxide (ATO) to enhance the effectiveness of a halogenated flame retardant. As the United States no longer mines antimony since the closure of the Sunshine Mine in Idaho i[…]
Unexpected events can cause spikes in prices and demand for additives, impacting supplies and production costs. For instance, the price of antimony trioxide (ATO) recently increased. This additive is used to boost the effectiveness of halogenated flame retardants in […]
Stop and look around you. Chances are that at least one of the things you see that is made from thermosets and thermoplastics is treated with a brominated flame retardant (BFR). This includes ordinary items like electronic equipment, appliances, extension cords and u[…]
BrightSun™ antimony oxide is widely used in applications as a fire retardant. It’s found in many items used daily, from electrical components and textiles to adhesives and coatings. By itself, antimony oxide has no flame retardant properties. However, when you combin[…]
