Outstanding antibacterial performance from SteriTouch� Universal Masterbatch?

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    Masterbatches have been used for many years to imbue plastic products with antibacterial properties. These masterbatches were often polymer specific and frequently required modifications to processing techniques, particularly if based on volatile organic antibacterial agents. The UK based antibacterial additive specialist, SteriTouch�, has launched a masterbatch that provides excellent antibacterial performance in a number of polymers, including polyethylene, polypropylene and PVC. For companies using multiple polymers, this can mean a potentially significant reduction in masterbatch stock, as several polymer specific antibacterial masterbatches can be replaced by a single ‘universal’. Importantly, the masterbatch is suitable for injection moulding, extrusion and blow moulding. The antibacterial results achieved using the SteriTouch� universal masterbatch are not compromised by this flexibility. Independent testing to the JIS Z 2801 standard has consistently demonstrated class leading performance, with a reduction in bacterial population of up to 99.9999% within twenty four hours. The masterbatch is effective against both mould and illness causing bacteria including MRSA, E. coli and Salmonella.