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Industries seek fire-safe alternatives as antimony prices spike and availability declines: Tolsa responds with an ATO-free and halogen-free alternative
ADINS® not only replaces ATO but also improves flame retardancy properties ensuring compatibility across multiple polymer matrices. As a European supplier, Tolsa guarantees stable production, shorter lead times, alignment with sustainability goals and a much more competitive price. ADINS® Flame Retardancy products are already being validated by major international producers such as RDC Group, which has successfully integrated ADINS® technology in its Veaflame formulation.
Madrid, [Date] – With antimony trioxide (ATO) prices skyrocketing by over 800% in the last year, manufacturers are under growing pressure to rethink their flame retardant formulations, not only to control rising costs but also to address increasing regulatory and safety concerns. ATO, classified as a hazardous substance and listed as an SVHC (Substance of Very High Concern) by ECHA, is driving the industry to find safer, more
sustainable alternatives. Tolsa’s ADINS® Flame Retardancy solutions emerge as a reliable, cost-effective and European-made alternative, completely ATO-free and halogen-free, helping manufacturers maintain performance while improving fire safety and sustainability profile. “ADINS® stands out because it delivers
real ATO-free formulations improving fire performance due to its synergy effect enhancing the char formation. ADINS® is more than ATO Replacement, it reduces the smoke and heat release while improving the anti-dripping effect, considering a complete very competitive cost-efficiency solution nowadays in matrices such as PVC, PA, PP, Rubber and Fire-Protective Coatings” says Marta Sacristán, Functional Additives Technical Manager at Tolsa. ADINS® not only replaces ATO but
also improves flame retardant and fireproof properties across multiple axes – including smoke suppression, anti-dripping, and heat release reduction. This comprehensive 360º fire enhancement enables customers to not just substitute but actually upgrade the fire performance of their material in a sustainable way.
ADINS® Flame Retardancy products are
already being validated by major international compounders and producers. One these success stories comes from the Italian company RDC, which has successfully integrated Tolsa’s ADINS® technology
into its Veaflame masterbatch. This solution not only eliminates the need for ATO in final products but also enhances overall fire performance and sustainability, aligning with the growing regulatory and environmental demands in the plastic and rubber industries. The new system has already demonstrated excellent results in many rubber applications. In halogen-free flame-retardant (HFFR) compounds for cable manufacturing, designed to meet the stringent CPR standards, ADINS® has significantly reduced peak heat release and smoke production while improving the char structure. Similarly, in safety shoe soles made of rubber, the new ATO-free formulation enhances fire resistance through the formation of denser and more compact char, offering a smarter and safer alternative to traditional flame retardants.
A solution made in Europe As a European supplier, Tolsa guarantees stable production, shorter lead times, and alignment with sustainability goals. “This is more than a technical shift; it’s a strategic opportunity to reduce risk, cut costs, and align with the future of fire safety,” add Antonio Esteban, Chieff Research and Technological Innovation Officer at Tolsa. ADINS® Flame Retardancy is commercially
available across the United States through a trusted network of regional distributors: EM Sullivan, Dar-Tech, and Dorsett & Jackson. This partnership ensures broad accessibility and expert local support, helping customers find the right ATO-free flame retardant synergist solution based on their location and application needs.
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