The successful coloring of plastic parts, beginning with the formulation of the color preparation and ending with the manufacture of the final product, is the result of the interaction of chemical, physical, and technological factors. In-depth knowledge of these factors and their interrelation and the consideration of national and international regulations are prerequisite for anyone working in this field. This book describes the various aspects of coloring plastics, such as the construction of the processing machine, the processing technology, quality assurance of the raw materials and final products, toxicology of the raw materials, and the legal aspects from the handling of all ingredients during the production of a color preparation to the processing of plastic parts. It also includes the safe use of the products made of plastics in their specific applications. It addresses these different fields because they are linked together and must be considered during the development of a color preparation.
Chapter 1 : Introduction
Chapter 2 : Methods Used to Color Plastics
Chapter 3 : Requirements for Color Preparations
Chapter 4 : Composition of Color Preparations
Chapter 5 : Colorants for Polymers
Chapter 6 : Additives for Polymers
Chapter 7 : Processing Errors and Their Elimination
Chapter 8 : Quality Assurance
Chapter 9 : Mold Construction
Chapter 10 : Legislation
Chapter 11 : List of Colorants
