The performance of silver antimicrobials in PVC can be prone to problems due to its varied and complex chemistry . The same antimicrobial can provide excellent performance in some grades, but very poor performance in others, even if the grades appear to be very similar.

“As organic biocides continue to lose favour with both manufacturers and consumers, the interest in silver antimicrobials has surged. Given the current economic turmoil, it’s a great time to be introducing a range of products which can provide our customers with an advantage, both technically and in terms of marketing potential.” Dugdale plc