How SILIKE SILIMER PFAS-Free PPAs Solve Your Extrusion Problems & Help You Stay Ahead of Regulations

Are you facing common extrusion challenges like melt fracture, shark skin, or die build-up in your PE/PP film, pipe, fiber, or profile production lines? These issues are not only frustrating but can also slow down production, increase downtime, and degrade surface quality.

PFAS-free processing aids (also known as polymer processing aids or PPAs) are additives used in plastics manufacturing, particularly extrusion processes like film, pipe, fiber, and profile production. Traditional PPAs often rely on fluoropolymers (a subset of PFAS, or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, known as “forever chemicals” due to their persistence and potential health/environmental risks). Due to tightening global regulations—such as the EU’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) banning PFAS in food-contact packaging starting August 2026—many suppliers have developed effective PFAS-free alternatives. These alternatives help prevent issues like melt fracture (sharkskin effect), die build-up, and high friction during processing, while improving throughput, surface quality, and reducing downtime. They are increasingly adopted in polyolefins (e.g., PE, PP), recycled materials, and food-contact applications

In this article, we’ll explore how SILIKE SILIMER PFAS-Free PPAs can help you resolve these problems, boost productivity, and stay ahead of regulatory requirements.

Why Should You Act Now: The Pain Points You Can’t Ignore

Polymer Manufacturers across the globe face significant hurdles in extrusion processes. Here are the most common problems that affect your production lines:

• Melt Fracture: This occurs when the polymer flow rate is too high, causing the polymer to tear as it exits the die, resulting in rough surfaces that compromise quality.

• Shark Skin: A scaly surface that forms when the material moves too quickly through the die, leading to uneven flow and poor finish.

• Die Build-Up: Materials like PE and PP can stick to the die, resulting in build-up that disrupts the extrusion process, forcing frequent downtime for cleaning.

These issues increase operational costs and reduce production efficiency, leaving your business vulnerable to market competition. How can you fix these problems and stay ahead of upcoming regulations?

PFAS-Free Compliance is Just Around the Corner

Starting in August 2026, the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) will ban PFAS in food-contact packaging. This shift is forcing manufacturers to look for alternatives to harmful chemicals that can affect their production processes and safety standards.

Here’s where SILIKE’s SILIMER Series PFAS-Free Solutions comes in.

SILIKE’s SILIMER Series PFAS-Free PPAs provide a sustainable, high-performance solution that helps your extrusion production lines run smoother, faster, and more efficiently—all while keeping you fully compliant with food-contact packaging regulations.

How SILIKE PFAS-free PPA Processing Aids Solve Your Extrusion Problems

Switching to SILIKE SILIMER PFAS-Free Functional Additives offers a range of benefits that will streamline your production and address the key challenges your extrusion lines face:

√ Eliminate Melt Fracture & Shark Skin
Our Non-PFAS Process Aids improve the flow behavior of the polymer, significantly reducing melt fracture and shark skin defects. This results in smoother surfaces and a cleaner, more professional finish.

√ Reduce Die Build-Up & Cleaning Downtime
With improved die lubrication, our non pfas additives help prevent materials from sticking to the die. This reduces the frequency of die build-up, meaning less downtime for cleaning and a more efficient production process.

√ Increase Line Productivity
SILIKE PFAS and fluorine-free alternative solutions enhance polymer flow, enhancing smoother operation and higher throughput. Less downtime and fewer interruptions lead to more efficient production and faster cycle times.

√ Meet PFAS-Free & Food-Contact Compliant
SILIKE SILIMER PPAs help you meet global regulatory standards, including the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), and support that your production is safe for food-contact materials.

√ Support Your Sustainability Goals
Switching to SILIKE PFAS-free PPAs aligns with your sustainability goals by reducing environmental impact and ensuring compliance with the latest regulations.

√ No Interference with Post-Extrusion Processes
Unlike other additives, SILIKE 100% Pure PFAS-free PPA, fluorine-free PPA products, PFAS FREE, fluorine-free PPA masterbatches do not interfere with printing, laminating, or sealing, maintaining the high quality of your product without compromising downstream processes.

Real-World Results: Manufacturers Already Benefiting

Manufacturers who have already switched to SILIKE SILIMER PFAS-Free PPAs have reported:

• Higher throughput: Faster production speeds without sacrificing quality.

• Fewer interruptions: Reduced die build-up means fewer cleaning cycles and more uptime.

• Safer production: Compliance with PFAS-free regulations for safer, food-contact material production.

These manufacturers are now enjoying higher efficiency, greater regulatory compliance, and increased profitability.

Ready to Solve Your Extrusion Problems? Here’s How to Get Started

Are you ready to eliminate extrusion challenges and embrace a sustainable, compliant, and high-performing solution? 

Contact SILIKE now to learn how  SILIMER PFAS-Free PPAs can optimize your extrusion lines. We can provide you with a case study and walk you through the exact benefits our solution brings to manufacturers just like you.

Don’t wait until August 2026! Take action now to future-proof your extrusion lines and ensure you stay ahead of the latest regulatory changes.

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What is the difference between Unline(Non-Epoxy Coated) or Lining(Epoxy Coated) Metal Drum?

Unline drums with internally bare metal surface is more susceptible to corrosion and rust while Lining drums are internally coated with Phenolic Epoxy Coating to provide a non-reactive barrier between the drum surface and your product, less risk of contamination. Note: Our Unline drums are coated with an anti-rust agent after washing to reduce risk of rust.

What are Unline(Non-Epoxy Coated) and Lining(Epoxy Coated) drums compatible with?

In Singapore, Recon Unline Drums are usually more costly than Recon Lining Drums. Hence, we recommend Recon Unline Drums to fill aromatics like Thinner, Xylene, Toulene& other solvents like Hexane, BA, CA, EA, MC, White spirit, etc.

We recommend the lower-priced Recon Lining Drums to fill hydrocarbons like IPA, Methanol, Ethanoland oil-based products like diesel, petrol, lubricants, engine, hydraulic, base, transmission fluid, additives, waste oil, etc.;

What is the difference between Grade A and Grade B Metal Drum ?

Grading of used drums are usually based on physical conditions like rustiness, deformities and residual contents. Grade A drums are totally free from internal rust, serious dents and are easy to clean. Grade B drums have different degrees of rust internally and aesthetically inferior compared to Grade A drums.

What content is suitable to fill in a Recon Grade A or Grade B Drum?

Recon Grade A drum is suitable to fill more costly virgin grade products while Recon Grade B drum is more suitable for recycled or waste products.

What is the difference between Open Top and Close Top Drums and their usage?

Closed top drums are for water and other liquid products. Open Top drums can be used for liquid too but are primarily for more viscous products. The Open Top (or open head with a lid) allows you to get in and out of the drum with your product easier.

What type of content are Metal or Plastic Drums suitable for?

Metal drums offer additional protection when dealing with potentially flammable substances. They provide superior fire resistance, impact protection, and longevity for storing class 1, 2, and 3 volatile chemicals.

Plastic HDPE Drums are suitable for corrosive chemicals like acids, alkaline and also water-based products.

Will there be any contamination in the reconditioned metal, plastic drums or IBC tanks?

All our reconditioned containers (metal/plastic drums, carboys, IBC tanks) are washed thoroughly with specially formulated cleaning agent, rinsed with clean water, dried, and tested for possible leakages during the recondition process. Stringent quality inspection is being conducted 100% on every reconditioned product before they are qualified for sale & delivery.

What is the drum gauge(thickness) and weight for reconditioned metal drums?

Reconditioned metal drums gauge can be 0.9mm to 1.0mm all round. Their weight can vary from 16 to 18kg.

Do you sell New Packaging Products too?

Yes, we are also a distributor for new pallets, metal drums, plastic drums, carboys, IBCs and stainless-steel tanks.

What additional services do you provide apart from selling reconditioned and new containers.?

We are an NEA licensed toxic industrial waste collector, who can collect and dispose of used toxic waste containers in Singapore.

Do you offer labelling and silkscreen on the containers ?

We can provide labelling and silk-screening on the containers.

Are you able to ship overseas ?

Yes, we can arrange export our products to any country in the world.

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