Slip Agents

Slip agents are specialty additives designed to reduce surface friction in plastic films and packaging, improving handling, processing, and end-use performance. They migrate to the surface of the polymer, creating a lubricating layer that facilitates smooth handling, stacking, and transport of plastic products.

Common Slip Agents:

• Erucamide – Highly effective in polyolefins for low friction and excellent migration characteristics

• Oleamide – Widely used in polyethylene and polypropylene films for consistent surface slip

• Stearamide – Provides good slip performance and improved anti-blocking

• Behenamide – Offers low friction and enhanced processing stability

Key Benefits:

• Reduces surface friction for easier processing and handling

• Improves anti-blocking and stacking properties in films

• Enhances coating, printing, and lamination performance

• Compatible with a wide range of polyolefins and thermoplastics

Typical Applications:

• Polyethylene (PE) and polypropylene (PP) films

• Food packaging, industrial wraps, and shrink films

• Laminated or coated films requiring low-friction surfaces

• Flexible packaging and stretch films