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authorized by the Biocidal Product Regulation (BPR) for use throughout Europe. The additives produce cable and wire jacketing that resists attack by animals and insects. EU regulation 528/2012 states that cable manufacturers in Europe can use only masterbatch additives that are authorized by BPR. No material supplier or cable manufacturer can compete in the European marketplace without this official authorization. Historically, toxic chemicals such as rodenticides were utilized in cable jacketing materials, but raised concerns for human safety. OnCap Aversive uses only low-concern biocidal chemicals officially authorized by the European Union, leaving cable manufacturers with no doubts about EU compliance.

Throughout Europe, rats and termites routinely inflict serious damage to wires and cables, causing service breakdowns and requiring either repairs or replacements, sometimes with no easy access. OnCap Aversive masterbatch added to the external cable jacket provides longer-lasting protection to help avoid breakdowns and the associated high replacement costs. Outside EU countries, PolyOne can help manufacturers uncover their local biocidal regulations to determine whether OnCap Aversive masterbatch additive meets local requirements.

S S OnCap™ Aversive masterbatch additives produce cable and wire jacketing that resists attack by animals and insects

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