The latest special effect pigments offer an enhanced sensory experience as well improving handling and sustainability. Pigments that provide sparkle and shimmer, together with those that allow tailoring of gloss or matte surface effects, are sought after for a wide range of plastics applications.

In addition to improving the effects that can be obtained, pigment suppliers are working hard on carriers that provide better compatibility, are developing dust-free pellet forms, and are exploring ways to reduce carbon footprint, the latter ranging from shortened supply chains to the use of recycled or bio-based carriers.

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