Research Article

Evaluation of PE Films Having NIR-Reflective Additives for Greenhouse Applications in Arid Regions

Table 3

List of UV additives used in this study.

Sample no.FunctionalityDescription

UVA1UV stabilizer masterbatchIt is a concentrate of light stabilizers and thermal stabilizers in pellet form. It contains UV stabilizers and IR thermal stabilizers in polyethylene carrier.
UVA2Antioxidant masterbatchIt is a concentrate of antioxidant agents in pellet form. It contains a combination of antioxidants in polyethylene carrier.
UVA3UV stabilizer masterbatchIt is a UV stabilizer specifically developed for polyolefins. It is suitable for all applications using LDPE, LLDPE, and PP.