From cell phone cases to sports shoes: Caprinoguanamine – Innovative Solutions for Versatile Applications, Now Also Melamine-Free
Caprinoguanamine from Alzchem, an indispensable product for numerous applications and a proven long-term favorite in the portfolio – now also in a new, sustainable guise as a melamine-free variant, with consistent performance. This underscores sustainability as a central component of the company's strategy and responds to the stricter classification of melamine.
Application Diversity of Caprinoguanamine:
EPS (Expandable Polystyrene):
- Lightweight, foam-like plastic known for its superior insulation properties and versatility.
- Low weight and high compressive strength – ideal for use in packaging materials (white packing chips), the construction industry, disposable products, or even in arts & crafts and model making.
TPU (Thermoplastic Polyurethane):
- Plastic with high flexibility and resistance to mechanical stress for durable, everyday applications.
- Flexible and resilient properties ideal for use in everyday items: phone cases, sports equipment & shoes, medical devices, etc.
Elastic Fibers:
- Enables extremely thin, lightweight, and transparent fibers for textile and packaging solutions.
- Offers flexibility and versatility for innovative applications.
Sustainable Top Quality Without Melamine: The new melamine-free variant offers a more environmentally friendly composition without compromising performance and meets increasing legal requirements and regulations.
Advantages with Caprinoguanamine from Alzchem:
- Over 50 years of experience in production and handling.
- Flexible packaging options (25 kg fiber drum or 70 kg steel barrel).
- Free product samples / worldwide logistics.
- Excellent customer service tailored to individual needs.
With the introduction of the melamine-free quality, Alzchem's pioneering role in specialty chemicals is emphasized. Customers benefit from an optimal combination of sustainability, quality, and performance. Further information and free samples are available at www.alzchem.com
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About Alzchem
Alzchem is a leading international specialty chemicals company that provides sustainable solutions to global challenges such as climate change, population growth, defense, and increasing life expectancy. With its comprehensive product range, the company is often the market leader in profitable niche markets in diversified industries. It serves sectors such as human and animal nutrition and agriculture, helping to efficiently meet the growing demand for food. Its own pharmaceutical raw materials and creatine products also support healthy aging. Alzchem is also involved in renewable energies and fine chemicals, produces important raw materials for the defense industry, and guarantees a high level of independence and supply security through its “Made in Germany” production.
With around 1,700 employees at four locations in Germany, a plant in Sweden, and three sales companies in the US, China, and England, Alzchem generated sales of €554.2 million and EBITDA of €105.3 million in 2024.