Plastics
Bjørn Thorsen provides a comprehensive portfolio of high-performance plastic raw materials designed to meet the evolving demands of modern manufacturing. The distribution range covers specialty solutions, enabling customers to optimize performance, efficiency, and sustainability across diverse industries.
From durable engineering plastics for technical applications to versatile polyolefins for high-volume production, our materials support a wide spectrum of processing and end-use requirements. We also offer innovative biopolymers for more sustainable product development, alongside specialized additives and modifiers that enhance material properties such as strength, flexibility, and resistance.
To ensure seamless processing and operational efficiency, our portfolio is complemented by high-quality purging and release agents, helping maintain equipment performance and reduce downtime.
With a strong focus on quality, consistency, and technical support, Bjørn Thorsen is a reliable partner in sourcing and distributing advanced plastic materials tailored to customers’ specific needs.
Engineering Polymers
Engineering plastics are a group of plastic materials that have higher mechanical and thermal properties than the more widely used commodity plastics (such as polystyrene, PVC, polypropylene and polyethylene). These polymers have gradually replaced traditional engineering materials such as wood or metal in many applications, being much easier to manufacture, especially in complicated shapes.
Bjørn Thorsen distributes various types of specialty engineering polymers for leading manufacturers like: Lubrizol, Nurel, Geba or Xianglong, available in different countries around Europe
High-Performance Specialty Polyamides Chanlon™ from Xianglong
The Chanlon™ product families of high-performance specialty polyamides from Shandong Xianglong New Materials Co. Ltd. (Xianglong) includes transparent nylon (incl. a high temperature grade), barrier nylon, and long chain PA (PA1010, PA1012). Some of the characteristics of these nylon 12 materials are: permanent transparency and high light transmission; high dimensional stability and easy processing; excellent abrasion and scratch resistance, and many more. These materials can be used in a wide range of end-applications, like electronics, automotive, construction, household appliances, medical equipment, baby products, etc.
High-Performance Specialty Polyamides Chanlon™ from Xianglong
The Chanlon™ product families of high-performance specialty polyamides from Shandong Xianglong New Materials Co. Ltd. (Xianglong) includes transparent nylon (incl. a high temperature grade), barrier nylon, and long chain PA (PA1010, PA1012). Some of the characteristics of these nylon 12 materials are: permanent transparency and high light transmission; high dimensional stability and easy processing; excellent abrasion and scratch resistance, and many more. These materials can be used in a wide range of end-applications, like electronics, automotive, construction, household appliances, medical equipment, baby products, etc.
Virgin and Recycled Plastic Compounds from Geba
Bjørn Thorsen distributes ABS Gebabs, ASA Gebaran, PA Gebamid, PC/ABS Gebablend, PC Gebalon, PC Gebalon Ultimate, POM Gebaform, PBT Gebadur and PMMA Gebacryl from Geba. These plastic compounds are available both as virgin and as recycled grades.
Virgin and Recycled Plastic Compounds from Geba
Bjørn Thorsen distributes ABS Gebabs, ASA Gebaran, PA Gebamid, PC/ABS Gebablend, PC Gebalon, PC Gebalon Ultimate, POM Gebaform, PBT Gebadur and PMMA Gebacryl from Geba. These plastic compounds are available both as virgin and as recycled grades.
Isoplast® ETP and Estaloc™ RETPU from Lubrizol
Bjørn Thorsen distributes Isoplast® ETP and Estaloc™ TPU from Lubrizol, materials which combine high mechanical performance, dimensional stability and chemical resistance with thermoplastic processability, making them suitable for demanding structural parts rather than just soft elastomeric uses.
Isoplast® ETP and Estaloc™ RETPU from Lubrizol
Bjørn Thorsen distributes Isoplast® ETP and Estaloc™ TPU from Lubrizol, materials which combine high mechanical performance, dimensional stability and chemical resistance with thermoplastic processability, making them suitable for demanding structural parts rather than just soft elastomeric uses.
Promyde® and Proxylene® from Nurel
Bjørn Thorsen distributes Promyde® Polyamide 6 and 6.6 as well as Proxylene® PBT, PET & PBT/PET compounds from Nurel are available both as standard and recycled grades. The benefits of these materials are chemical and heat resistance, high stiffness and transparency, superior impact and scratch resistance.
Promyde® and Proxylene® from Nurel
Bjørn Thorsen distributes Promyde® Polyamide 6 and 6.6 as well as Proxylene® PBT, PET & PBT/PET compounds from Nurel are available both as standard and recycled grades. The benefits of these materials are chemical and heat resistance, high stiffness and transparency, superior impact and scratch resistance.
Polyolefins
Polyolefins are a broad family of thermoplastic polymers known for durability, flexibility, and chemical resistance. They include polyethylene (PE), polypropylene (PP homo and copolymer), EVA, and advanced materials such as PE & PP compounds, polyolefin elastomers, and plastomers. Widely used in packaging, automotive, and construction, they offer lightweight, versatile, and cost-efficient solutions across many industrial applications.
PP Homo & Copo, PE and POE from Bjørn Thorsen
Bjørn Thorsen’s own polyolefin portfolio includes a versatile range of polypropylene and polyethylene solutions designed to meet both standard and demanding application needs. Our PP homopolymer (PP Homo) grades offer high stiffness, good chemical resistance, and excellent processability, making them ideal for rigid applications and cost-efficient production. PP copolymer (PP Copo) variants provide enhanced impact strength and toughness, especially at lower temperatures, supporting more durable end products. Complementing these are our polyethylene (PE) materials, known for their flexibility, moisture resistance, and wide processing window across packaging, piping, and consumer applications. For applications requiring superior elasticity and soft-touch performance, our polyolefin elastomers (POE) deliver excellent impact modification, flexibility, and compatibility with other polyolefins. Together, this portfolio enables tailored material solutions that balance performance, efficiency, and processing reliability.
PP Homo & Copo, PE and POE from Bjørn Thorsen
Bjørn Thorsen’s own polyolefin portfolio includes a versatile range of polypropylene and polyethylene solutions designed to meet both standard and demanding application needs. Our PP homopolymer (PP Homo) grades offer high stiffness, good chemical resistance, and excellent processability, making them ideal for rigid applications and cost-efficient production. PP copolymer (PP Copo) variants provide enhanced impact strength and toughness, especially at lower temperatures, supporting more durable end products. Complementing these are our polyethylene (PE) materials, known for their flexibility, moisture resistance, and wide processing window across packaging, piping, and consumer applications. For applications requiring superior elasticity and soft-touch performance, our polyolefin elastomers (POE) deliver excellent impact modification, flexibility, and compatibility with other polyolefins. Together, this portfolio enables tailored material solutions that balance performance, efficiency, and processing reliability.
Queo™ Plastomers and EVA from Borealis
Queo™ is Borealis' portfolio of high-performance plastomers and elastomers that combine the physical properties of rubber with the processing advantages of thermoplastic materials. For customers looking for recycled and biopolymer alternatives, Bjørn Thorsen provides the ISCC+ certified Queo range of Plastomers/Elastomers.
Queo™ Plastomers and EVA from Borealis
Queo™ is Borealis' portfolio of high-performance plastomers and elastomers that combine the physical properties of rubber with the processing advantages of thermoplastic materials. For customers looking for recycled and biopolymer alternatives, Bjørn Thorsen provides the ISCC+ certified Queo range of Plastomers/Elastomers.
Olexene® PE & PP Compounds from Nurel
High-quality polyolefin solutions engineered to deliver reliable performance across a wide range of industrial applications. Based on polyethylene (PE) and polypropylene (PP), these compounds combine excellent processability with tailored mechanical and thermal properties, making them suitable for demanding uses in sectors such as automotive, packaging, and consumer goods. The Olexene® range can be customized with specific fillers, reinforcements, and additives to enhance stiffness, impact resistance, durability, or aesthetic finish, ensuring optimal material performance aligned with each application’s technical requirements.
Olexene® PE & PP Compounds from Nurel
High-quality polyolefin solutions engineered to deliver reliable performance across a wide range of industrial applications. Based on polyethylene (PE) and polypropylene (PP), these compounds combine excellent processability with tailored mechanical and thermal properties, making them suitable for demanding uses in sectors such as automotive, packaging, and consumer goods. The Olexene® range can be customized with specific fillers, reinforcements, and additives to enhance stiffness, impact resistance, durability, or aesthetic finish, ensuring optimal material performance aligned with each application’s technical requirements.
PP PEHD & PEBD Post Consumer from I.R.P.
Bjørn Thorsen distributes high-quality recycled polymers from I.R.P. – Indústria Recicladora de Plásticos, Lda, including LDPE, LLDPE, HDPE, and PP homopolymer. Produced from PCR waste streams, these materials are carefully sorted, washed, and regranulated. Available in natural and black grades for extrusion, they ensure consistent performance while supporting sustainable, circular plastic solutions.
PP PEHD & PEBD Post Consumer from I.R.P.
Bjørn Thorsen distributes high-quality recycled polymers from I.R.P. – Indústria Recicladora de Plásticos, Lda, including LDPE, LLDPE, HDPE, and PP homopolymer. Produced from PCR waste streams, these materials are carefully sorted, washed, and regranulated. Available in natural and black grades for extrusion, they ensure consistent performance while supporting sustainable, circular plastic solutions.
Biopolymers
Biopolymers are natural, renewable materials derived from plants, microorganisms, or biological processes. They offer a sustainable alternative to traditional plastics, combining functionality with reduced environmental impact. Commonly used in packaging, textiles, and medical applications, biopolymers help lower carbon footprints while supporting a circular economy focused on biodegradability and resource efficiency.
Bjørn Thorsen distributes various types of bio-degradable, bio-based or biocomposites options for leading manufacturers like: Lubrizol, Nurel, WoodComposites Sweden or Xianglong, available in different countries around Europe.
Biobased Chanlon™ from Xianglong
The Chanlon product families of high-performance specialty polyamides from Shandong Xianglong New Materials Corp. includes transparent nylon (incl. a high temperature grade), barrier nylon, and long chain PA (PA1010, PA1012). The biobased G4001 grade, with 45% renewable content, enables lower carbon footprint and an environmentally friendly alternative to standard polyamides.
Biobased Chanlon™ from Xianglong
The Chanlon product families of high-performance specialty polyamides from Shandong Xianglong New Materials Corp. includes transparent nylon (incl. a high temperature grade), barrier nylon, and long chain PA (PA1010, PA1012). The biobased G4001 grade, with 45% renewable content, enables lower carbon footprint and an environmentally friendly alternative to standard polyamides.
Pearlbond™ ECO and ESTANE® ECO TPU from Lubrizol
Lubrizol’s Bio TPU™ product solutions include Pearlbond ECO bio-based TPU for Hot melt adhesives and ESTANE ECO bio-based TPU. They are made with renewable-sourced raw materials and can be processed via injection molding and extrusion, showcasing multiple benefits, such as superior abrasion resistance, good chemical resistance, cold temperature flexibility, among many others. Some areas of applications are: textile coatings for shoe stiffeners, hoses, timing belts and molded parts for various market segments, such as footwear, automotive, industrial, consumer electronics, and sports/recreation.
Pearlbond™ ECO and ESTANE® ECO TPU from Lubrizol
Lubrizol’s Bio TPU™ product solutions include Pearlbond ECO bio-based TPU for Hot melt adhesives and ESTANE ECO bio-based TPU. They are made with renewable-sourced raw materials and can be processed via injection molding and extrusion, showcasing multiple benefits, such as superior abrasion resistance, good chemical resistance, cold temperature flexibility, among many others. Some areas of applications are: textile coatings for shoe stiffeners, hoses, timing belts and molded parts for various market segments, such as footwear, automotive, industrial, consumer electronics, and sports/recreation.
Inzea® biopolymers from Nurel
Sustainable solution to applications where biodegradable plastics offer higher value. They are compatible with standard fillers, additives and biopolymer based master-batches and can be processed by injection or extrusion methods using conventional equipment. They are applied in food packaging, paper coating and lamination, shrink films, agriculture applications and many others.
Inzea® biopolymers from Nurel
Sustainable solution to applications where biodegradable plastics offer higher value. They are compatible with standard fillers, additives and biopolymer based master-batches and can be processed by injection or extrusion methods using conventional equipment. They are applied in food packaging, paper coating and lamination, shrink films, agriculture applications and many others.
Durasense® Biocomposites from WoodComposite Sweden
Biocomposites, aslo known as Woodcompounds or Durasense®, is the portfolio of WoodComposites Sweden AB, following Sweden Timber’s acquisition of Stora Enso’s biocomposites business unit at Hyltebruk plant. This is a range of bio-based alternatives to conventional polymers, which brings the good moldability of polyolefins together with the strength and sustainability of lignocellulosic fibers, resulting in a global reduced CO2 footprint of up to 80%. These biocomposites are renowned for their exceptional blend of sustainability, strength, and versatility.
Durasense® Biocomposites from WoodComposite Sweden
Biocomposites, aslo known as Woodcompounds or Durasense®, is the portfolio of WoodComposites Sweden AB, following Sweden Timber’s acquisition of Stora Enso’s biocomposites business unit at Hyltebruk plant. This is a range of bio-based alternatives to conventional polymers, which brings the good moldability of polyolefins together with the strength and sustainability of lignocellulosic fibers, resulting in a global reduced CO2 footprint of up to 80%. These biocomposites are renowned for their exceptional blend of sustainability, strength, and versatility.
Additives & Modifiers
Additives and modifiers play a critical role in fine-tuning the performance, processing, and durability of plastic materials. By incorporating carefully selected functional components, base polymers can be enhanced to meet specific technical and aesthetic requirements. Our portfolio includes solutions that improve impact resistance, UV and thermal stability, flame retardancy, color, and processability, as well as modifiers that adjust flexibility, stiffness, and surface properties. These materials enable manufacturers to optimize product performance, extend lifecycle, and achieve consistent quality across a wide
range of applications.
Compatibilizers and Polymer Modifiers from Bjørn Thorsen
Acti-Tech™ compatibilizers are Bjørn Thorsen’s own brand for the range of products used as impact modifiers of stiff polar engineering thermoplastics, coupling agents enabling higher filler loadings, adhesion promoters on metal & polar substrates, as well as performance booster of recycled feeds – among other purposes. These are PP-based thermoplastic elastomeric maleic-anhydride grafted polymers, produced via efficient melt grafting processes, resulting in high functionalization with controlled melt flow index (MFI) specifications. The products are used in various applications, such as recycling, packaging, wood plastic composites (WPC) and have also a food approved grade.
Compatibilizers and Polymer Modifiers from Bjørn Thorsen
Acti-Tech™ compatibilizers are Bjørn Thorsen’s own brand for the range of products used as impact modifiers of stiff polar engineering thermoplastics, coupling agents enabling higher filler loadings, adhesion promoters on metal & polar substrates, as well as performance booster of recycled feeds – among other purposes. These are PP-based thermoplastic elastomeric maleic-anhydride grafted polymers, produced via efficient melt grafting processes, resulting in high functionalization with controlled melt flow index (MFI) specifications. The products are used in various applications, such as recycling, packaging, wood plastic composites (WPC) and have also a food approved grade.
Performance Additives from Bjørn Thorsen
To support European customers as a Solution Provider for specific customer requests, Bjørn Thorsen offers own range of performance additives, like thermal and processing stabilizers, Hindered Amine Light Stabilizers (HALS) light stabilizers, antioxidants, UV absorbers, flame retardants, processing aids and optical brighteners. These additives are used across a wide variety of applications in various polymer processing to protect materials from degradation caused by UV radiation by neutralizing free radicals and extending product lifespan.
Performance Additives from Bjørn Thorsen
To support European customers as a Solution Provider for specific customer requests, Bjørn Thorsen offers own range of performance additives, like thermal and processing stabilizers, Hindered Amine Light Stabilizers (HALS) light stabilizers, antioxidants, UV absorbers, flame retardants, processing aids and optical brighteners. These additives are used across a wide variety of applications in various polymer processing to protect materials from degradation caused by UV radiation by neutralizing free radicals and extending product lifespan.
Plastomers and Elastomers from Borealis
Queo™ Plastomers are Borealis’ advanced portfolio of high-performance plastomers and thermoplastic elastomers, designed to combine the flexibility and resilience of rubber with the efficient processing benefits of thermoplastics. These grades deliver an exceptional balance of softness, durability, elasticity, and processability, bridging the gap between conventional polyolefins such as polyethylene (PE) and elastomeric materials like EPDM.
Thanks to their versatility and reliable performance, Queo materials are widely used in flexible and rigid packaging, consumer products, housewares, wire & cable, and automotive components, where enhanced flexibility, toughness, and sealing performance are essential.
Plastomers and Elastomers from Borealis
Queo™ Plastomers are Borealis’ advanced portfolio of high-performance plastomers and thermoplastic elastomers, designed to combine the flexibility and resilience of rubber with the efficient processing benefits of thermoplastics. These grades deliver an exceptional balance of softness, durability, elasticity, and processability, bridging the gap between conventional polyolefins such as polyethylene (PE) and elastomeric materials like EPDM.
Thanks to their versatility and reliable performance, Queo materials are widely used in flexible and rigid packaging, consumer products, housewares, wire & cable, and automotive components, where enhanced flexibility, toughness, and sealing performance are essential.
Aluminium Hydroxides Flame Retardants from Inotal
Aluminum hydroxides are used as non-halogen flame retardant filler in plastics and rubber in order to retard the expansion of fire in environmentally friendly way. They are used for the production of low-smoke and halogen free flame retarders.
ALOLT from Inotal is mainly used as a flame retardant and filler material, as well as a raw material in plastics, cables, adhesives, construction materials, ceramics, and glass.
Aluminium Hydroxides Flame Retardants from Inotal
Aluminum hydroxides are used as non-halogen flame retardant filler in plastics and rubber in order to retard the expansion of fire in environmentally friendly way. They are used for the production of low-smoke and halogen free flame retarders.
ALOLT from Inotal is mainly used as a flame retardant and filler material, as well as a raw material in plastics, cables, adhesives, construction materials, ceramics, and glass.
Fast Fusing Plasticizers from Valtris
Santicizer® and Platinum are fast fusing plasticizers from Valtris, available for polymer systems including PVC, latex, polyurethane, and polysulfide to name a few. The products show properties such as exceptional permanence, cold temperature flexibility, flame retardancy and resistance to extraction, migration, and exudation. They are targeted for applications in the following industries: building & construction, coated fabrics, film & sheet, plastisols, sealants & adhesives, transportation.
Bjørn Thorsen also distributes Cereplas™ from Valtris, which are adibates, trimellatates, DOTP, and sebacates.
Fast Fusing Plasticizers from Valtris
Santicizer® and Platinum are fast fusing plasticizers from Valtris, available for polymer systems including PVC, latex, polyurethane, and polysulfide to name a few. The products show properties such as exceptional permanence, cold temperature flexibility, flame retardancy and resistance to extraction, migration, and exudation. They are targeted for applications in the following industries: building & construction, coated fabrics, film & sheet, plastisols, sealants & adhesives, transportation.
Bjørn Thorsen also distributes Cereplas™ from Valtris, which are adibates, trimellatates, DOTP, and sebacates.
Purging & Release Agents
Purging compounds or agents are products formulated specifically to clean thermoplastics molding machines and extruders. They typically contain a base resin and other additives intended to clean the screw, barrel, and extruder die.
Release agents or process aids are all the cleaners, lubricants, protective agents and mold maintenance products, which ensure that injection or extrusion machines run at their optimal conditions, avoiding production stops or any other issues that might arise during material processing.
Ultra Purge™ Purging compounds from Chem-Trend
Bjørn Thorsen offers the highly efficient Ultra Purge™ Purging compounds from Chem-Trend developed to match with the materials, machines and operating ranges of plastics processors producing a wide range of end products. They are used for color and material changes, removal of color and carbon deposits, as well as cleaning hot runner mold.
LUSIN® Process aids from Chem-Trend
Bjørn Thorsen distributes a wide range of LUSIN® materials from Chem-Trend: cleaners, lubricants, protective agents, release agents and mold maintenance products.
These are high-performance products developed to meet the requirements of thermoplastics processing industry, in orde to improve process efficiency and product quality, whilst also lower maintenance, epair, and operational costs.
Purging compounds
Purging compounds or agents are product formulated specifically to clean thermoplastics molding machines and extruders. They typically contain a base resin and other additives intended to clean the screw, barrel, and extruder die. Purging
compounds are furthermore used for color and material changes, removal of color and carbon deposits, as well as cleaning hot runner mold.
Bjørn Thorsen offers highly efficient Ultra Purge™ purging compounds from Chem-Trend developed to match with the materials, machines and operating ranges of plastics processors producing a wide range of end products.
Process aids
We distribute a wide range of LUSIN® materials from Chem-Trend: cleaners, lubricants, protective agents, release agents and mold maintenance products. They ensure that injection or extrusion machines run at their optimal conditions. These are high-performance products developed to meet the requirements of thermoplastics processing industry, in order to improve process efficiency and product quality, whilst also lower maintenance, repair, and operational costs.
Contact Our Expert
Quenti Le Piouff
Sales & Marketing Director, Advanced Polymer Solutions
qlp@bjorn-thorsen.com
+33 6 72 20 08 97