SIBUR has introduced a new linear low-density polyethylene (LLDPE) grade specifically engineered for blown film applications, aiming to expand its reach in the Turkish flexible packaging market.
Blown film technology involves inflating molten polyethylene into a thin film bubble, which is subsequently cooled and rolled. This method is widely used in food packaging and agricultural applications due to its ability to produce films with diverse thicknesses and mechanical properties, such as strength and flexibility.
The newly developed LLDPE grade incorporates slip and antiblock additives. These components help minimize inter-layer adhesion in film rolls and lower surface friction, facilitating high-speed packaging processes and improving the manageability of film reels during storage and transit.
According to the company, this formulation eliminates the need for processors to add separate modifiers or masterbatches, streamlining production processes and potentially reducing operational costs for film manufacturers.
SIBUR has completed approval testing of the material with major Turkish film producers. With these trials concluded, the company is prepared to begin full-scale supply. In addition to direct exports, Russian processing partners using SIBUR’s feedstock may also provide finished film products to the Turkish market.
Turkey is a significant consumer of blown polyethylene films, and the move represents SIBUR’s broader strategy to strengthen its presence in international packaging markets. The company is the largest manufacturer of polymers and synthetic rubbers in Russia and continues to develop material solutions for various downstream sectors.
The release of the LLDPE grade follows ongoing efforts to align SIBUR’s product offerings with demand trends in overseas markets. By addressing specific application requirements through product adaptation, the firm aims to support competitive packaging production and supply chain efficiency in target regions such as Turkey.