Fire Retardant Materials

Halogen free, recyclable and from sustainable resources,
these materials offer the opportunity to
significantly improve existing fire retardant systems.

Johnson Matthey XF® Series additives:-

• Promote char strength
• Promote and preserve intumescence
• Reduce spread of flame
• Reduce SOD, HCl & CO
• Highly effective in PVC systems


NEW - Johnson Matthey launches a range of additives
aimed specifically at improving the char strength of silicone elastomers.

Download Technical Data Sheet in PDF format


For specific assistance in our Fire Retardant Technologies
please contact our team of experts directly with your requirements.


3 Case Studies (including video) are available to download, demonstrating
Johnson Matthey fire retardant systems in laboratory test conditions.

These tests demonstrate the potential improvements in fire retardancy in coatings
modified with Johnson Matthey XF® Fire Retardant Systems.

Johnson Matthey fire retardant systems are suitable for a wide
range of applications, including wire & cable, flooring
wall & textile coatings, paints, transparent systems
and gel coats.

XF® is a UK registered trade mark of Johnson Matthey plc