Effective anti-fog for polypropylene

Atmer 7373 is a unique anti-fog concentrate designed especially to deliver outstanding anti-fog performance in both hot and cold food packaging. Scientifically formulated for clear polypropylene films and containers, Atmer 7373 prevents droplet formation on plastic surfaces, keeping food looking fresher for longer.

AtmerTM 7373

For food with fresh appeal

Food contact approved

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At the heart of better plastics

Reasons to buy

No observable effect on hazeExcellent results in hot and

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Atmer 7373 is a unique anti-fog concentrate designed to give excellent performance in polypropylene food packaging applications.

Polypropylene is extensively used in food packaging due to its excellent clarity and low temperature processing. In a crowded and ever competitive retail environment, food must look appealing to stand out from the competition. The unique formulation of Atmer 7373 effectively disperses water droplets on plastic surfaces, making food packaging clearer and giving food a fresh appeal.

Key benefits l Excellent hot and cold anti-fog performancel Food contact approvedl No observable effect on hazel Supplied as concentrate for easy dosing

Anti-fogging performanceAtmer 7373 gives outstanding results in both hot and cold fog applications. As a scientifically formulated 40% active concentrate, Atmer 7373 is recommended at addition levels of 2-5% to achieve optimum results.

Hot fog

Atmer 7373 has exceptional performance in hot fog applications. The data below clearly highlights that there is a dramatic improvement in anti-fog performance with the inclusion of Atmer 7373 when compared to blank polypropylene.

Cold fog

Atmer 7373 exhibits excellent performance in cold fog applications. The data below highlights that there is a significant improvement in anti-fog performance with the inclusion of Atmer 7373 when compared to blank polypropylene.

No observable difference in haze

Atmer 7373 showed no observable effect on the haze of the end product when compared to blank polypropylene.

Hot and cold fogging performancePolypropylene anti-fog additive

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Figure 1: Comparative anti-fog performance of Atmer 7373 - hot fog test PP homopolymer film (50µm) 3.75% concentrate

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Figure 2: Hot fog test - 50µm film tested at 60°C, time on test 10 minutes

Figure 4: Cold fog test - 50µm film tested at 4°C, time on test 10 minutes

Control Atmer 7373

Recommended applicationsl Salad and fruit display packaging

l Ready meal packaging

l Sandwich display packs

l Hot deli food packaging

Figure 3: Comparative anti-fog performance of Atmer 7373 - cold fog test PP homopolymer film (50µm) 3.75% concentrate

Control Atmer 7373

No Additive

No Additive

3.75% Atmer 7373

3.75% Atmer 7373

* Anti-fog rating scale

1-3 No anti-fogging performance

4-6 Moderate anti-fogging performance

7-9 Good anti-fogging performance