Styrenic block copolymersStyrenic block copolymers

New lines of functionalized, hydrogenated styrenic block copolymers are announced by the co. Used as tie layers for barrier packaging including standup and clear retort pouches, the copolymers are said to significantly improve clarity and puncture-resistance of film structures and enhance heat-resistance when compared with conventional tie-layer material, also enabling bonding of dissimilar materials together.

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