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With a strategy centered on people and sustainability, Braskem is engaged in contributing to the value chain to strengthen the Circular Economy. Braskem’s almost 9,000 team members dedicate themselves every day to improving people's lives through sustainable solutions in chemicals and plastics. With its corporate DNA rooted in innovation, Braskem offers a comprehensive portfolio of plastic resins and chemical products for diverse industries, such as food packaging, construction, manufacturing, automotive, agribusiness, health and hygiene, and more. With 40 industrial units in Brazil, the United States, Mexico, and Germany, Braskem exports its products to clients in over 70 countries.

Braskem America is an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of Braskem S.A. headquartered in Philadelphia. The company is the leading producer of polypropylene in the United States, with six production plants located in Texas, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia, an Innovation and Technology Center in Pittsburgh, and a New Renewable Innovation Center in Boston focused on leveraging groundbreaking developments in biotechnology and advanced materials. For more information, visit www.braskem.com/usa.

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Braskem AmericaBraskem America LDF0034

Polymer Name:Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE)
Processing Methods:Film Extrusion, Blown Film Extrusion, Extrusion
Melt Flow Index::0.34 - 0.34 g/10 min

Braskem LDF0034 is a low density polyethylene (LDPE) of high molecular weight that provides high mechanical strength. It is used in extrusion of tubular films with excellent mechanical properties and heat shrinkage.

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Braskem AmericaBraskem Inspire 6025N

Polymer Name:Polypropylene Homopolymer (HPP)
Processing Methods:Thermoforming, Stretch Films Extrusion, Extrusion, Compounding, Film Extrusion
Additives Included:Nucleating Agent
Melt Flow Index:2.5 - 2.5 g/10 min

Braskem INSPIRE 6025N Polypropylene Homopolymer (HPP) high performance resin is a high crystalline nucleated homopolymer with exceptional stiffness and good optical properties.

All Braskem America production facilities are certified to produce bio, bio-circular, and circular polypropylene under the ISCC PLUS certification via the mass balance approach.

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Braskem AmericaBraskem America R7021-50RNA

Polymer Name:Polypropylene Random Copolymer (RCP)
Processing Methods:Thin Wall Injection Molding, Twin-wall Injection Molding, Injection Molding
Additives Included:Nucleating Agent
Melt Flow Index::50.0 - 50.0 g/10 min

Braskem R7021-50RNA polypropylene random copolymer (RCP) provides good impact properties, excellent optics, and fast cycle times. It contains clarifier and antistat additives.

All Braskem America production facilities are certified to produce bio, bio-circular, and circular polypropylene under the ISCC PLUS certification via the mass balance approach.

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Braskem AmericaBraskem America HDI2061

Polymer Name:High Density Polyethylene (HDPE)
Processing Methods:Injection Molding
Melt Flow Index::20.0 - 20.0 g/10 min

Braskem HDI2061 is a high density polyethylene (HDPE) for injection molding segment. By having good fluidity HDI20612 provides easy processability and high productivity combined with high rigidity and hardness. The narrow molecular weight distribution gives low tendency to deformation.

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Braskem AmericaUTEC® 5540

Average Molecular Weight:6000000.0 - 6000000.0 g/mol
Average Particle Size:225.0 - 225.0 microns
Processing Methods:Compression Molding, Ram Extrusion, Extrusion
Polymer Name:Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE)

Braskem America UTEC® 5540 is an Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE) with a molecular weight about 10 times higher than High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) resins. This extremely high molecular weight yields several unique properties to this polymer such as high abrasion resistance, impact strength, and low coefficient of friction that makes it a self-lubricating material.

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Braskem AmericaRPR 3A1 NL Recycled Polyethylene

Polymer Name:High Density Polyethylene (HDPE)
Labeling Claims:Bisphenol A-free, Sustainable, Low Carbon Footprint (PCF), Recycled, Food Contact Acceptable, Contains PCR Resin
Processing Methods:Blow Molding, Extrusion
Density::955.0 - 955.0 kg/m³

Braskem Recycled RPR 3A1 NL is a high-density polyethylene (HDPE) with eco-friendly attributes. Labeled as bisphenol A-free, containing PCR resin, and boasting a low carbon footprint (PCF), this polymer emphasizes sustainability. With excellent environmental stress crack resistance (ESCR), it caters to the consumer goods, printing, and packaging markets. Ideal for containers, small bottles, and blow molding of up to 20 L for chemicals, domestic use, and oils. Available in a natural color.

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Braskem AmericaRPR 5A1 WE Recycled Polyethylene

Polymer Name:High Density Polyethylene (HDPE)
Labeling Claims:Sustainable, Low Carbon Footprint (PCF), Recycled, Food Contact Acceptable, Contains PCR Resin
Processing Methods:Extrusion, Blow Molding
Density::955.0 - 955.0 kg/m³

Braskem Recycled PRP 5A1 WE recycled polyethylene is a high-density polyethylene (HDPE) embodying eco-conscious attributes. With labeling claims containing PCR resin, and having a low carbon footprint (PCF), this polymer emphasizes sustainability. Its notable feature includes excellent environmental stress crack resistance (ESCR). Tailored for containers, small bottles, and blow molding of up to 20 L for chemicals, domestic use, and oils Available in a natural color.

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Braskem AmericaBraskem America CG350HN

Polymer Name:Polypropylene Impact Copolymer (ICP)
Processing Methods:Injection Molding, Compounding, Thin Wall Injection Molding
Melt Flow Index::35.0 - 35.0 g/10 min

Braskem INSPIRE CG350HN is a polypropylene impact copolymer (ICP) that has a good balance of stiffness and impact strength, as well as excellent long term heat aging properties.

All Braskem America production facilities are certified to produce bio, bio-circular, and circular polypropylene under the ISCC PLUS certification via the mass balance approach.

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Braskem AmericaBraskem America TI4900M

Polymer Name:Polypropylene Impact Copolymer (ICP)
Processing Methods:Injection Molding, Compounding
Melt Flow Index::115.0 - 115.0 g/10 min

Braskem TI4900M Polypropylene Impact Copolymer (ICP) provides very high flexural modulus and high melt flow. Applications and suggested uses include compounding, automotive interior trim, intricately designed parts and thin-walled parts.

All Braskem America production facilities are certified to produce bio, bio-circular, and circular polypropylene under the ISCC PLUS certification via the mass balance approach.

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Braskem AmericaWenew

Applications:Industrial & Transport Packaging, Other Packaging Materials, Packaging, Food & Beverage Packaging, Non-Food Consumer Packaging, Housewares, Pipes & Plumbing, Building Materials, Cooling & Climate, Interior, Exterior & Body, Chassis & Brake, Equipment & Parts, Automotive, Chemical & Industrial Manufacturing, Consumer Electronics, Appliances & Electronics, Devices & Assemblies, Sports & Recreation, Footwear
Product Families:Recycled Polymers, Polyolefins, Basic Thermoplastics, Cosmetic Packaging, Non-Food Consumer Packaging, Industrial & Transport Packaging, Food & Beverage Packaging, Housewares, Building & Construction, Pipes & Hoses, Other Film Extrusion, Automotive, Appliances & Electronics, Vinyl Polymers, Other Compounding Applications, Sports & Recreation, Footwear, Blown Films
Chemical Family:Polyolefins, Polyethylenes, Polypropylenes (PP), Vinyls, Vinylics & Vinyl Derivatives
Polymer Name:Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE), High Density Polyethylene (HDPE), Polypropylene Copolymer, Polypropylene Homopolymer (HPP), Polypropylene (unspecified), Ethylene Vinyl Acetate Copolymer (EVA), Linear Low Density Polyethylene (LLDPE)
End Uses:Bags, Film, Sacks, Flexible Packaging, Cosmetic Packaging, Industrial Containers, Containers, Blown Containers, Corrugated Pipe, Cups, Trigger Closure, Threaded Closures, Snap Closure, Housewares, Closures, Caps, Sheets, Mascara Tubes, Compacts, Brush Handles, Pumps, Lids, Drink Lids, Thermoforming Applications, Profiles, Shields, Casing, Liners, Shrouds, Automotive Brackets, Industrial Applications, Raffia Packs, Appliances, Foams, Toys, Footwear, Form Fill Seal (FFS), Heavy Duty Sacks, Coils, Tubular Film, Stretch Films

Wenew is Braskem's circular economy ecosystem that connects products, education initiatives, technologies and circular design in a more robust and complete system. It involves everything from industry to society (engaging people in the understanding that everyone holds some responsibility in this mission).

Braskem has circular solutions available in all the regions where it operates. A diversified portfolio that is constantly growing, the result of research and development to meet the needs of a changing world and to collaborate with the sustainability goals of our customers and brand owners.

Braskem AmericaUTEC

Applications:Pipes & Plumbing, Automotive Electronics, Pipes & Hoses, Fuel Systems, Agricultural Films, Automotive, Building Materials, Devices & Assemblies, Equipment & Parts, Chemical & Industrial Manufacturing, Pulping & Processing, Batteries, Parts & Components, Paper & Pulp
Product Families:Polyolefins, Building & Construction, Pipes & Hoses, Agricultural, Basic Thermoplastics, Food Handling, Material Handling, Finishing Additives & Treatments, Membranes & Seperators, Battery Separators, Battery & Electronic Materials, Paper & Pulp Chemicals
Chemical Family:Polyolefins, Polyethylenes
Polymer Name:Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE)
End Uses:Sheets, Pipes, Filters, Rods, Profiles, Lead-Acid, Battery Separator, Battery Separators, Synthetic Paper Film

UTEC® is an Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE) product line manufactured exclusively by Braskem. UTEC’s molecular weight is about 10 times greater than High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) resins and its density makes finished parts approximately eight times lighter than steel. This extremely high molecular weight provides UTEC with several outstanding properties, such as: high abrasion wear resistance, high impact resistance, and very low coefficient of friction that makes the material self-lubricating. UTEC can be used for a vast array of applications in the following industries: construction, agriculture, material handling, transportation, textile, pulp and paper, food and beverage, mining, marine, porous plastics, oil and gas, high performance fibers, battery separators and waste water treatment. UTEC is sold in powder form with products spanning a range of molecular weights and particle sizes. The molecular weight begins in the low range (3 million g/mol) and extends to a high range (7 to 10 million g/mol).

Braskem AmericaI'm green bio-based

Applications:Cosmetic Packaging, Packaging & Accessories, Food & Beverage Packaging, Packaging, Non-Food Consumer Packaging, Sports & Recreation, Housewares, Jacketing & Insulation, Wire & Cable, Footwear, Resin Manufacturing, Skin Care, Beauty & Care, Chemical & Industrial Manufacturing, Other Beauty & Care
Product Families:Food & Beverage Packaging, Polyolefins, Masterbatches & Color Compounds, Basic Thermoplastics, Blown Films, Industrial & Transport Packaging, Cosmetic Packaging, Cast Films, Other Packaging Applications, Non-Food Consumer Packaging, Automotive, Sports & Recreation, Housewares, Pipes & Hoses, Vinyl Polymers, Footwear, Surface Modifiers, Additives, Hydrocarbons & Waxes, Fats, Butters & Waxes, Intermediates, Functionals
Chemical Family:Polyolefins, Polyethylenes, Vinyls, Vinylics & Vinyl Derivatives, Waxes, Polyethylene Waxes
Polymer Name:Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE), Bimodal HDPE, High Density Polyethylene (HDPE), High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) Compound, Linear Low Density Polyethylene (LLDPE), Ethylene Vinyl Acetate Copolymer (EVA), Polyethylene (unspecified)
End Uses:Wine Corks, Tubes, Carton Packaging, Flexible Packaging, Cartons, Masterbatches, Film, Shrink Film, Liquid Packaging, Industrial Liners, Food Tubes, Blown Films, Rigid Packaging, Industrial Sacks, Agricultural Film, Heat Shrink Film, Co-extruded Film, Food Packaging, Cosmetic Packaging, Cast Films, Tube Packaging, Sqeeze Packaging, Diaper Films, Form Fill Seal (FFS), Lamination Film, Automatic Packaging, Beverage Bottle Caps, Bottles, Bottle Caps, Caps, Jugs, Beverage Bottles, Cosmetics Bottles, Tissue Packaging, Hygiene Packaging, Fluid Tanks, Windshield Tank, Chemical Canister, Detergent Bottle, Chemical Containers, Flasks, Tanks, Containers, Air Ducts, Closures, Toys, Retail Bags, Promotional Bags, Produce Bags, Geodesic Films, Roll Film, Pails, Diapers, Feminine Hygiene Application, Bowl, Bucket, Nonwovens, Lids, Fibers, Fabrics, Thin-walled Parts, Housewares, Fish Crates, Vegetable Crates, Bottle Crates, Toilet Seats, Safety Helmets, Industrial Containers, Pallets, Crates, Flip‐Top Caps, Boxes, Bags, Cereal Bags, Strings, Shade Net, Raschel, Rope, Sheets, Stand up Pouches, Tubing, Piping, Irrigation Pipes, Stretch Films, Sacks, Pipes, Cables, Wires, Cable Insulation, Tubular Film, Liners, Electrical Insulation, Pet Food Bag Lamination, Packaging Films, Stadium Cups, Snap Closure, Tile Backing, Laminates, Flexible Bottles, Tablecloth Film, Curtain Film, Profiles, Automotive Components, Shoe Sole, Unisole, Plates, Midsole, Sporting Goods, Foams, Hot Melt Adhesive, Pigment, Masterbach Base Resin

I’m green™ bio-based is the portfolio of products that represents a revolution in the way plastic resins are produced. It is the result of our continuous commitment and investment in innovation and research to find the best solutions to benefit the planet and society.The products under the I’m green™ bio-based brand are produced using sugarcane and capture CO2 from the atmosphere, helping to fight climate change.Combining innovation and sustainable development for a better impact on the planet and society is the ultimate goal.

Braskem AmericaBraskem Inspire

Applications:Wallcoverings & Decorative Laminates, Food & Beverage Packaging, Pipes & Plumbing, Wallcovering & Decorative Laminates, Interior, Pipes & Hoses, Exterior & Body, Food Films & Packaging, Agricultural Films, Automotive, Building Materials, Decorative Materials & Finishes, Flooring & Surfaces, Packaging, Flexible Packaging, Cosmetic Packaging, Industrial & Transport Packaging, Non-Food Consumer Packaging, Other Packaging Materials, Housewares, Packaging & Accessories, Other Automotive Applications
Product Families:Polyolefins, Building & Construction, Automotive, Pipes & Hoses, Agricultural, Food & Beverage Packaging, Other Film Extrusion, Pipe Compounds, Basic Thermoplastics, Cosmetic Packaging, Non-Food Consumer Packaging, Industrial & Transport Packaging, Housewares, Other Compounding Applications
Chemical Family:Polypropylenes (PP), Polyolefins
Polymer Name:Polypropylene Impact Copolymer (ICP), Polypropylene Homopolymer (HPP), Polypropylene Random Copolymer (RCP)
End Uses:Food Packaging, Thermoforming Applications, Sheets, Profiles, Corrugated Pipe, Blown Containers, Pipes, Laminates, Film, Industrial Packaging, Closures, Caps, Rigid Films, Cosmetic Packaging, Lids, Cups, Containers, Rigid Packaging, Housewares, Automotive Applications, Food Containers, Disposable Packaging

INSPIRE Polymers are propylene based resins built on molecular architecture, that takes performance and processing ability beyond conventional polypropylene resins. INSPIRE polypropylene deliver products with high output rates and significantly improved bubble stability and drawdown capabilities. These products are well-suited for air-quench blown film process.

Braskem AmericaBraskem Prisma

Applications:Cosmetic Packaging, Food & Beverage Packaging, Non-Food Consumer Packaging, Other Packaging Materials, Packaging & Accessories, Packaging, Industrial & Transport Packaging, Housewares
Product Families:Polyolefins, Cosmetic Packaging, Non-Food Consumer Packaging, Food & Beverage Packaging, Basic Thermoplastics, Industrial & Transport Packaging, Housewares
Chemical Family:Polypropylenes (PP), Polyolefins
Polymer Name:Polypropylene Impact Copolymer (ICP)
End Uses:Food Packaging, Rigid Films, Thin Walled Containers, Cosmetic Packaging, Rigid Packaging, Thermoforming Applications, Industrial Packaging, Housewares, Cups, Containers

Prisma range of polypropylene copolymers and especially designed for injection molding applications. This product range exhibits exceptional transparency, very good stiffness / impact strength balance and excellent processability suitable for rigid packaging applications and beyond.

Braskem AmericaSensitis

Applications:Water Treatment, Fluids & Lubricants, Surface Care, Industrial Cleaning, Chemical & Industrial Manufacturing, Power, Water & Utilities, Home Care, Institutional & Industrial Care
Product Families:Water Treatment Additives, Other Additives, Hydrocarbons, Solvents & Carriers, Functional Additives, Additives, Solvents, Functionals, Water Treatment Chemicals
Chemical Family:Hydrocarbons, Aliphatics
End Uses:Release Agents, Degreasers, Lubrication Oils, Graphic Ink, Corrosion Inhibitor, Cutting Oils, Industrial Cleaners

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