Metallic good looks for plastics

Oct. 25, 2007
Ten new Xymara colors include bronze, gold, and copper that sparkle and shimmer.

The colors, which also include deep chocolate brown, juicy berry tones, an iridescent blue green, and an electric aqua green, can be varied from transparent to opaque. The new colors are for plastics and suitable for a wide variety of applications including cosmetics packaging, household items, design accessories, and car trim.

Ciba Specialty Chemicals, Box 2005, 540 White Plains Rd., Tarrytown, NY 10591, (914) 785-2000, xymara.com

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