elastilisers
Elastisers (also spelled elasticisers) are additives used to increase the elasticity and flexibility of materials, most commonly polymers and elastomers. They work by reducing intermolecular forces and increasing the mobility of polymer chains, often by inserting flexible segments or disrupting crystallinity, thereby lowering the glass transition temperature and enabling deformation under smaller forces.
They come in several forms. Low-molecular-weight liquid plasticizers such as phthalates, adipates, and citrates are widely
Applications span many industries. In plastics and coatings, elastisers enable flexible films, cords, and seals. In
Safety and regulation address health concerns associated with certain plasticizers, notably some phthalates, which have led