Frequently Asked Questions

How can I get a LEDA® compounded color technology match from Bayer?

Contact your Sales Representative, who will work with the Bayer Color Competence Center.

Curing/drying time ... methods of accelerating for LEDA compounded color technology?

Drying times are not significantly altered from those for our standard resins.

Are the LEDA® compounded color technology effects shown on this web site safe for food contact?

Special grades of resins are available for food contact. Only certain approved colorants and additives can be added to these special grades. This will reduce the number and types of LEDA® compounded color technology colors and special effects available. Please consult with your Sales representative to determine if the LEDA® compounded color technology example you are interested in is available in an FDA-compliant grade of our resins.

LEDA® Compounded Color Technology

The ability of the Color Competence Centers in North America, Europe and Asia to match exact color requirements and provide a globally transferrable color match makes LEDA® technology a practical and exciting option for your products. The Color Competence Centers are designed to generate both traditional and custom colors and effects for Bayer customers. To obtain a custom LEDA® technology color match from Bayer, or to access our vast color library, contact your Bayer sales representative or use the CONTACT form on this website, and the necessary arrangements will be made.

To which products can you apply LEDA® compounded color technology?

Please have a look at the following Effects Matrix:

Available Grades	MINA Metallic	MIRAGE Pearlescent	AZAR Fluorescent	LUNA Phosphorescent
Makrolon® PC General-Purpose	ok *,#	ok *,**	ok #	ok *
Makrolon® PC Flame-Retardant Transparent	ok *	tbd	ok	ok *
Makrolon® PC Flame-Retardant Opaque	ok *	no	ok	no
Makrolon® PC Impact-Modified	ok *	no	ok	no
Bayblend® PC/ABS blends General-Purpose	ok *	no	ok	no
Bayblend® PC/ABS blends Flame-Retardant	ok *	no	ok	no

Explanation
	not available	* reduced mechanical properties ** limited by thermal stability " UV-stabilized not available # FDA compliance possible (XX56)
	contingent on flammability testing
	available