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With a strategy centered on people and sustainability, Braskem is engaged in contributing to the value chain to strengthen the Circular Economy. Braskem’s almost 9,000 team members dedicate themselves every day to improving people's lives through sustainable solutions in chemicals and plastics. With its corporate DNA rooted in innovation, Braskem offers a comprehensive portfolio of plastic resins and chemical products for diverse industries, such as food packaging, construction, manufacturing, automotive, agribusiness, health and hygiene, and more. With 40 industrial units in Brazil, the United States, Mexico, and Germany, Braskem exports its products to clients in over 70 countries. Braskem America is an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of Braskem S.A. headquartered in Philadelphia. The company is the leading producer of polypropylene in the United States, with six production plants located in Texas, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia, an Innovation and Technology Center in Pittsburgh, and a New Renewable Innovation Center in Boston focused on leveraging groundbreaking developments in biotechnology and advanced materials. For more information, visit www.braskem.com/usa.

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UTEC® is Braskem America’s premier line of Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE) resins, known for their extraordinary strength and versatility. With molecular weights more than 10 times higher than standard High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) resins, products produced using UTEC® resins offer unparalleled performance across a wide range of demanding applications. Key Features of UTEC®:<li>Exceptional Strength: UTEC®’s ultra-high molecular weight gives products remarkable durability, making it an ideal material</li><li>Lightweight Advantage: Products using UTEC® resin are approximately eight times lighter than steel, providing significant advantages in weight-sensitive applications.</li><li>Outstanding Wear Resistance: Products made of UTEC® resin exhibit high abrasion resistance, ensuring that parts last longer, even in environments with constant friction and wear.</li><li>High Impact Resistance: Materials made with UTEC® resin can absorb heavy impacts, making them suitable for tough, heavy-duty environments.</li><li>Self-Lubricating: With a very low coefficient of friction, UTEC® naturally reduces wear and tear, minimizing the need for additional lubrication.</li> Versatile Applications Across Industries:UTEC® resins are designed to meet the needs of a diverse array of industries,including:<li>Construction</li><li>Agriculture</li><li>Material Handling</li><li>Transportation</li><li>Textile</li><li>Pulp and Paper</li><li>Food and Beverage</li><li>Mining</li><li>Marine</li><li>Porous Plastics</li><li>Oil and Gas</li><li>High-Performance Fibers</li><li>Battery Separators</li><li>Wastewater Treatment</li> Product Range:UTEC® resins are available in powder form, with products covering a broad spectrum of molecular weights and particle sizes. The molecular weight ranges from 3 million g/mol in the lower range, extending to an impressive 10 million g/mol in the higher range, ensuring there is a UTEC® solution for every need.

UTEC

I’m Green Bio-based Polyethylene is the portfolio of products that represents a revolution in the way plastic resins are produced. It is the result of our continuous commitment and investment in innovation and research to find the best solutions to benefit the planet and society.The products under the I’m green™ bio-based brand are produced using sugarcane and capture CO2 from the atmosphere, helping to fight climate change.Combining innovation and sustainable development for a better impact on the planet and society is the ultimate goal.

I’m Green Bio-based Polyethylene

The Unilene line are aromatic hydrocarbon resins, produced by the polymerization of unsaturated hydrocarbons. Due to their excellent tack and adhesion characteristics, they are the ideal materials for high-performance adhesives, in addition to presenting good compatibility with a diverse range of polymeric materials.It is compatible with a wide range of polymeric materials, such as: Applications:Series A: Rubbers, plastics (such as EVA films and PVC parts), asphalt components, and adhesives;Series B: Paints and varnishes, adhesives, asphalt components, and concrete curing;Series BS: Paints and varnishes, asphalt components, and adhesives.

Braskem Unilene

Wenew is Braskem's circular economy ecosystem that connects products, education initiatives, technologies and circular design in a more robust and complete system. It involves everything from industry to society (engaging people in the understanding that everyone holds some responsibility in this mission). Braskem has circular solutions available in all the regions where it operates. A diversified portfolio that is constantly growing, the result of research and development to meet the needs of a changing world and to collaborate with the sustainability goals of our customers and brand owners.

Wenew

PE Wax I’m Green Bio-Based is a product with a negative carbon footprint, derived from sugarcane. It’s a sustainable solution that complements Braskem's portfolio in multiple markets. Applications:Hot Melt Adhesives;Cosmetics;Masterbatches;Paints &amp; Coatings.

I’m Green PE Wax Bio Based

Braskem PIB (polisobutelyne) is an ideal component for synthetic lubricating oils, greases, and additives, as well as isoparaffins with different distillation ranges, allowing for odorless and colorless solvents to be obtained. Braskem PIB is non-toxic, meets the requirements for cosmetics and food applications, and is NSF certified. A highly versatile product, present in various applications such as lubricants, stretch film, adhesives, sealants, among others, and providing important technical properties. Applications:Lubricating oils;Packaging (such as stretch film);Adhesives;Sealants;Cosmetics, among others.

Braskem PIB

Prisma range of polypropylene copolymers and especially designed for injection molding applications. This product range exhibits exceptional transparency, very good stiffness / impact strength balance and excellent processability suitable for rigid packaging applications and beyond.

Braskem Prisma

Sensitis

INSPIRE Polymers are propylene based resins built on molecular architecture, that takes performance and processing ability beyond conventional polypropylene resins. INSPIRE polypropylene deliver products with high output rates and significantly improved bubble stability and drawdown capabilities. These products are well-suited for air-quench blown film process.

Braskem Inspire

Braskem America Cumene is a liquid hydrocarbon intermediate used in chemical manufacturing processes. It belongs to the aromatics and hydrocarbons chemical family. This versatile product serves as an intermediate in chemicals production and finds application in producing acetone and phenol. It exists in a liquid form.For more information regarding REACH, please visit Braskem&#39;s <a href="https://www.braskem.com/reach-en">REACH</a> site

Braskem Cumene

Discover the superior performance of Braskem America&rsquo;s UTEC5540, a leading Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE) resin. UTEC5540&#39;s advanced molecular structure can provide unmatched properties, including superior abrasion resistance, outstanding impact strength, and a low coefficient of friction, making it an ideal self-lubricating material for various industrial applications.

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Key Features of Products Produced with UTEC5540 Resin:

<ul>
	<li>Ultra High Molecular Weight: With a molecular weight of 6 &times; 106 g/mol, products produced from UTEC5540 resin are incredibly strong and durable.</li>
	<li>High Abrasion Resistance: Products using UTEC5540 resin are built to last in tough environments, resisting wear and tear exceptionally well. This resin provides superior abrasion resistance vs. lower molecular weight resins.</li>
	<li>Excellent Impact Strength: Products made of UTEC5540 resin can absorb and withstand heavy impacts, making them perfect for demanding applications, especially in low-temperature settings.</li>
	<li>Low Coefficient of Friction: This self-lubricating material reduces friction in products, enabling smoother operation with less maintenance.</li>
	<li>Chemical Resistance: UTEC5540 stands up to a wide range of chemicals, ensuring long-term product performance.</li>
	<li>Lightweight and Strong: Products using UTEC5540 resin combine lightweight convenience with high strength.</li>
</ul>

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Applications: 

UTEC5540 resin is ideal for products spanning a variety of industrial applications, including:

<ul>
	<li>Material Handling: Excellent for liners, chutes, and other wear-prone surfaces, such as conveyor belts and guide rails.</li>
	<li>Agriculture: Ideal for equipment, machinery, and silos that demand high impact, abrasion resistance, and a low coefficient of friction.</li>
	<li>Food Processing: Safe for use in food-contact applications.</li>
	<li>Chemical Processing: Suitable for parts exposed to harsh chemicals.</li>
	<li>Industrial and Heavy Equipment: Suitable for parts exposed to harsh conditions and heavy use.</li>
	<li>Wear Parts: Ideal for high-wear components like liners and wear strips.</li>
	<li>Recreation and Winter &amp; Water Sports: Great for products that benefit from its self-lubricating properties.</li>
	<li>Automotive and Transportation: Ideal for components that require high impact, wear resistance, or noise reduction.</li>
	<li>Oil and Gas: Perfect for applications needing chemical resistance and durability.</li>
</ul>

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UTEC® 5540

Discover the superior performance of Braskem America&rsquo;s UTEC4041, a leading Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE) resin. UTEC4041&#39;s advanced molecular structure can provide unmatched properties, including superior abrasion resistance, outstanding impact strength, and a low coefficient of friction, making it an ideal self-lubricating material for various industrial applications.

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Key Features of Products Produced with UTEC4041 Resin:

<ul>
	<li>Ultra High Molecular Weight: With a molecular weight of 4 &times; 106 g/mol, products produced from UTEC4041 resin are incredibly strong and durable.</li>
	<li>Excellent Impact Strength: Products made of UTEC4041 resin can absorb and withstand heavy impacts, making them perfect for demanding applications, especially in low-temperature settings. This resin provides superior impact strength vs. higher molecular weight resins.</li>
	<li>High Abrasion Resistance: Products using UTEC4041 resin are built to last in tough environments, resisting wear and tear exceptionally well.</li>
	<li>Low Coefficient of Friction: This self-lubricating material reduces friction in products, enabling smoother operation with less maintenance.</li>
	<li>Chemical Resistance: UTEC4041 stands up to a wide range of chemicals, ensuring long-term product performance.</li>
	<li>Lightweight and Strong: Products using UTEC4041 resin combine lightweight convenience with high strength.</li>
</ul>

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Applications:

UTEC4041 resin is ideal for products spanning a variety of industrial applications, including:

<ul>
	<li>Material Handling: Excellent for liners, chutes, and other wear-prone surfaces, such as conveyor belts and guide rails.</li>
	<li>Agriculture: Ideal for equipment, machinery, and silos that demand high impact, abrasion resistance, and a low coefficient of friction.</li>
	<li>Food Processing: Safe for use in food-contact applications.</li>
	<li>Chemical Processing: Suitable for parts exposed to harsh chemicals.</li>
	<li>Industrial and Heavy Equipment: Suitable for parts exposed to harsh conditions and heavy use.</li>
	<li>Wear Parts: Ideal for high-wear components like liners and wear strips.</li>
	<li>Recreation and Winter &amp; Water Sports: Great for products that benefit from its self-lubricating properties.</li>
	<li>Automotive and Transportation: Ideal for components that require high impact, wear resistance, or noise reduction.</li>
	<li>Oil and Gas: Perfect for applications needing chemical resistance and durability.</li>
</ul>

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UTEC® 4041

Discover the robust performance of Braskem America&rsquo;s UTEC7542F, an Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE) resin that excels with its high molecular weight, significantly higher than standard High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) resins. Offering a smaller average particle size, UTEC7542F is specifically designed for the battery separator market but is versatile enough for various other applications.

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Key Features of UTEC7542F:

<ul>
	<li>Ultra High Molecular Weight: With a molecular weight of 9.5 &times; 106 g/mol, products produced from UTEC7542F resin are incredibly strong and durable.</li>
	<li>Excellent Mechanical Properties: Products using UTEC7542F resin offer high tensile strength and elongation, ensuring performance under stress.</li>
	<li>Optimized Particle Size: The product features a finely tuned particle size distribution, with an average particle size of 125 microns, making it ideal for applications, such as battery separators and porous membranes.</li>
	<li>Chemical Resistance: UTEC7542F stands up to a wide range of chemicals, ensuring long-term product performance.</li>
	<li>High Abrasion Resistance: Products using UTEC7542F resin are built to last in tough environments, resisting wear and tear exceptionally well.</li>
</ul>

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Applications: 

UTEC7542F resin is ideal for products spanning a variety of applications, including:

<ul>
	<li>Battery Separators: Perfect for lead-acid battery separators, providing reliable performance and longevity.</li>
	<li>Synthetic Paper: Suitable for producing high-quality synthetic paper with excellent durability.</li>
	<li>Porous Plastics: Ideal for applications requiring controlled porosity and a finely tuned particle distribution.</li>
	<li>Material Handling: Excellent for liners, chutes, and other wear-prone surfaces, such as conveyor belts and guide rails.</li>
	<li>Chemical Processing: Suitable for parts exposed to harsh chemicals.</li>
	<li>Industrial and Heavy Equipment: Suitable for parts exposed to harsh conditions and heavy use.</li>
	<li>Wear Parts: Ideal for high-wear components like liners and wear strips.</li>
</ul>

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UTEC® 7542F

RPP133 NL0

Discover the superior performance of Braskem America&rsquo;s UTEC6540, a leading Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE) resin. UTEC6540&#39;s advanced molecular structure can provide unmatched properties, including superior abrasion resistance, outstanding impact strength, and a low coefficient of friction, making it an ideal self-lubricating material for various industrial applications.

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Key Features of Products Produced with UTEC6540 Resin:

Ultra High Molecular Weight: With a molecular weight of 8 &times; 106 g/mol, products produced from UTEC6540 resin are incredibly strong and durable.

High Abrasion Resistance: Products using UTEC6540 resin are built to last in tough environments, resisting wear and tear exceptionally well. This resin provides superior abrasion resistance vs. lower molecular weight resins.

Excellent Impact Strength: Products made of UTEC6540 resin can absorb and withstand heavy impacts, making them perfect for demanding applications, especially in low-temperature settings.

Low Coefficient of Friction: This self-lubricating material reduces friction in products, enabling smoother operation with less maintenance.

Chemical Resistance: UTEC6540 stands up to a wide range of chemicals, ensuring long-term product performance.

Lightweight and Strong: Products using UTEC6540 resin combine lightweight convenience with high strength.

&nbsp;

Applications:

UTEC6540 resin is ideal for products spanning a variety of

industrial applications, including:

Material Handling: Excellent for liners, chutes, and other wear-prone surfaces, such as conveyor belts and guide rails.

Agriculture: Ideal for equipment, machinery, and silos that demand high impact, abrasion resistance, and a low coefficient of friction.

Food Processing: Safe for use in food-contact applications.

Chemical Processing: Suitable for parts exposed to harsh chemicals.

Industrial and Heavy Equipment: Suitable for parts exposed to harsh conditions and heavy use.

Wear Parts: Ideal for high-wear components like liners and wear strips.

Recreation and Winter &amp; Water Sports: Great for products that benefit from its self-lubricating properties.

Automotive and Transportation: Ideal for components that require high impact, wear resistance, or noise reduction.

Oil and Gas: Perfect for applications needing chemical resistance and durability.

UTEC® 6540

Braskem America PIB 122 is a non-toxic polymer obtained through the polymerization of an isobutene-rich stream with specific catalysts. It mainly consists of aliphatic mono-olefins, offering a clear and bright product free from sediments or suspended matter. PIB 122 holds NSF certification, making it suitable for use in lubricants and synthetic oils, including those for food-grade and pharmaceutical-grade applications.For more information regarding REACH, please visit Braskem&#39;s <a href="https://www.braskem.com/reach-en">REACH</a> site

Braskem PIB 122

Braskem D036W6 is a general purpose polypropylene homopolymer (HPP) for injection molding. If offers low water carryover.All Braskem America production facilities are certified to produce bio, bio-circular, and circular polypropylene under the ISCC PLUS certification via the mass balance approach. 

For more information regarding REACH, please visit Braskem&#39;s <a href="https://www.braskem.com/reach-en">REACH</a> site

Braskem D036W6

Braskem America PIB 8 is a non-toxic polymer obtained through the polymerization of an isobutene-rich stream with specific catalysts. It mainly consists of aliphatic mono-olefins, offering a clear and bright product free from sediments or suspended matter. PIB 8 holds NSF certification, making it suitable for use in lubricants and synthetic oils, including those for food-grade and pharmaceutical-grade applications. Additionally, it serves as an emollient agent in cosmetics and a plasticizer for thermoplastic resins like PE, PP, PVC, and others.For more information regarding REACH, please visit Braskem&#39;s <a href="https://www.braskem.com/reach-en">REACH</a> site

Braskem PIB 8

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