Industry technology upgrade: halogen-free and high efficiency become the core direction
Tosaf leads the innovation of halogen-free flame retardant technology
The latest halogen-free flame retardant FR8719PP launched by Israeli chemical company Tosaf is specially designed for polypropylene (PP) injection molding and extrusion applications. This product can meet the UL94 V-0/V-2 flame retardant standard at an addition amount as low as 3%-10%, which is much lower than the dosage requirement of more than 20% of traditional halogen-free flame retardants. Its advantages include:
Zero long-term migration: avoid active ingredient precipitation and extend product life;
Enhanced UV resistance: suitable for outdoor buildings, automotive parts and other scenes;
Optimized dispersion: reduce the risk of dye accumulation and improve processing efficiency.
High-end antimony industry chain: Huayuan Company’s 3,000-ton flame retardant masterbatch project is put into production
The annual production capacity of 3,000 tons of flame retardant masterbatch production line of Guangxi Huayuan Company, a subsidiary of China Huaxi Nonferrous Metals, was successfully trial-produced on July 21, 2025, and the performance of the first batch of PE80 and PVC80 products met the standards. The project focuses on the deep processing of antimony trioxide, and its products cover PP, PE, EVA, etc. It has high efficiency, low toxicity and environmental protection characteristics, filling the gap in domestic high-end antimony deep processing. After it goes into production, it will significantly enhance the competitiveness of the Asia-Pacific market.
Regulations drive: Global environmental protection policies tighten and reshape the market pattern
In January 2025, Georgia, the United States passed HB 9 “Safer States Act”, restricting the use of 12 types of flame retardants (including antimony trioxide, chlorinated paraffin, etc.) in consumer products. From January 2026, bedding, carpets, children’s products, etc. must meet the limit requirement of ≤1000ppm3. The bill will promote the penetration rate of halogen-free flame retardants in the American market, especially affecting the PP material supply chain in the construction and home furnishing fields.
Technological innovation: patented process solves industry pain points
Breakthrough in the preparation of functional masterbatches
Foshan Laicai Pigment Masterbatch Technology’s patented flame retardant and antioxidant masterbatch technology, through layered double hydroxide modification and supercritical CO₂ mixing process, simultaneously improves flame retardancy and antioxidant properties, suitable for high-demand scenarios such as automotive electronics.
Production equipment upgrade
Henan Dingsu develops anti-adhesion mixer to solve the cross-contamination problem caused by masterbatch sticking to the wall6;
Shijiazhuang Yuying launches a mixer with a dual filtering-dust collection system, which can screen out raw material impurities and dust and improve the purity of the finished product.
High-efficiency demand: terminal applications force technology iteration
The June 2025 flame retardant masterbatch procurement bidding requirements in Suzhou Tengling, China are strict: when the addition amount is ≤3%, the PP flat wire flame must be extinguished within 3 seconds8. This indicator reflects the market’s urgent demand for ultra-low addition and instantaneous flame retardant performance, and promotes companies to develop highly active formulas.
Market prospects: Environmentally friendly products dominate growth
According to the latest industry report, the global PP flame retardant market will see a significant increase in its compound annual growth rate from 2024 to 2031, and the share of environmentally friendly flame retardants will continue to expand. China, the United States and Europe are the main markets, among which:
The Asia-Pacific region (led by China) leads the growth rate due to the expansion of the automotive and electronics industries;
The American market is driven by policies to accelerate halogen-free substitution5.
The main competitors include Suzhou Dongtuo, Doer Chemical, Hebrew, etc., and technology integration and capacity expansion have become the focus of competition.
The flame-retardant PP masterbatch industry is undergoing a triple upgrade of “halogen-free, high-efficiency, and customization”. With the production capacity of companies such as Huayuan and the technology iteration of international giants such as Tosaf, coupled with the dividends of global environmental protection policies, cross-border e-commerce companies can focus on the export opportunities of high-performance halogen-free masterbatches and matching special equipment, and layout high-growth tracks such as construction, new energy vehicles, and high-end packaging.
The future of flame retardants lies at the intersection of green chemistry and precision engineering. Every time a flame is extinguished, it is a silent promise of technology to safety.