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Elastomers and plastomers in our custom poly blends are usually the reason! Today we\u2019re diving into what they are and how they\u2019re used to create packaging with the properties you need.\u00a0What are Elastomers?Elastomers are a type of polymer \u2013 essentially a string of large molecules bonded together in an interconnected chain of smaller chemical units. Elastomers\u2019 chemical units include a combination of carbon, hydrogen, oxygen and silicon. When force is applied, the molecules straighten up in the direction they\u2019re pulled. When force is released, elastomers go back to their original shape after being stretched.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Elastomer PropertiesThe specific properties of an elastomer depend on their number of cross-links, but all are rubber-like, with elasticity, viscosity and insolubility. They also have high failure\/yield stress, meaning they can withstand a lot of force without taking permanent damage.\u00a0What are Plastomers?Plastomers are another type of polymer that combines the qualities of elastomers and plastics. They\u2019re ideal for boosting toughness, clarity and sealing ability in flexible plastic packaging.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Plastomer PropertiesPlastomers have the rubber-like properties of elastomers and the processing ability of plastic. They offer good impact performance, enhanced flexibility and can maintain their strength despite being lightweight.How We Use Elastomers and Plastomers at Versa PakAt Versa Pak, we use elastomers and plastomers extensively in food and pharmaceutical packaging applications. They discreetly bolster performance for custom poly blends and are ideal for packaging applications where caulkability is a key concern.\u00a0Elastomers and plastomers offer several benefits for our customers:High performance packaging integrity improvementPuncture resistanceStrong sealing integrity\u00a0Water repellency\u00a0TintableAre they Safe?Both elastomers and plastomers are inert, meaning they\u2019re not chemically reactive. Versa Pak uses food-grade elastomers and plastomers to comply with food and pharma packaging standards.\u00a0Custom Poly Blends\u00a0At Versa Pak, we can engineer a poly blend with the properties and colors you need. We have a full-service research and quality lab on site to ensure your packaging leaves our warehouse exactly as you ordered.\u00a0Learn more about how we\u2019re driving the latest in packaging innovation.\u00a0"},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Blog","item":"https:\/\/www.versa-pak.com\/blog\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Elastomers and Plastomers in Packaging","item":"https:\/\/www.versa-pak.com\/blog\/elastomers-and-plastomers-in-packaging\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]