We are one of the largest importers and distributors of plastic raw materials and additives for the polymer industry in South Africa.


Reputable suppliers of plastic raw materials and additives.

Exclusive agents for many of the world's leading polymer producers.

Protea Polymers adds value with:

  • Market Knowledge
  • Technical Support
  • Logistical Efficiencies
  • Commercial Efficiencies
  • Complementary Product Range
     Protea Polymers
  • Represents top international plastics and additive manufacturers and trading houses.
  • Wide product basket (see below)
    • Thermoplastics: commodity, semi-commodity, engineering and speciality
    • Thermosets
    • Additives for plastics
  • Wide service basket
    • product management and logistics
    • Technical assistance(product and process)
    • Flexible supply options
    • New product development communication and assistance
  • Extensive product, application and industry knowledge
  • Efficient delivery systems
  • National warehouse and distribution systems
  • Customer-focused team
PRODUCTS
COMMODITY
POLYMERS
ENGINEERING
POLYMERS
ADDITIVES
  • LDPE - film, blow moulding, extrusion and injection moulding

  • LLDPE - film, blow moulding, extrusion and injection moulding

  • M-LLDPE - co-extrusion film and blends

  • HDPE - film, blow moulding, extrusion, injection moulding and pipe extrusion

  • PP - blown film, cast film and injection moulding

  • EVA - blends and injection moulding, hot melt adhesives
  • Polystyrene - HIPS, GPPS, EPS for all applications

  • ABS - injection moulding and sheet extrusion (high heat, UV etc)

  • Polyamide - injection moulding, film extrusion, fishing line

  • Polycarbonate - injection moulding

  • Acrylic - injection moulding and sheet extrusion

  • PBT - injection moulding






  • Titanium Dioxide

  • Pigments

  • Processing Aids(PE Waxes)

  • Impact Modifiers

  • EVA

  • Nitrile Rubber

  • Plasticizers

SPECIALITIES

  • TPE - Injection Moulding

  • EVOH

  • Adhesive Polymer

Contact Details

Protea Polymers

Tel : +27 11 463-4197

Fax : +27 11 463-6349

Website Address:www.proteachemicals.co.za

Physical Address: Intaba Building, Epsom Downs Office Park, 13 Sloane Street, Epsom Downs, Bryanston, 2152, South Africa

Postal Address: P O Box 67373, Bryanston, 2021, South Africa

Businss Unit Managers
Johannesburg
HDPE / PP                          Erika Olivier                  Send an Email

LDPE/ LLDPE                      Ane Deheus                  Send an Email

ENGINEERING PLASTICS     Rudi Verwey                 Send an Email

ADDITIVES                        Roelof Walters              Send an Email

Branch Managers
DURBAN                             Cathrina Munro           Tel : (031) 450-5777   Email : Send an Email

PE/EAST LONDON              Anle Hafner                 Tel : (041) 403-1022   Email : Send an Email

CAPE TOWN                       Christo Tolken             Tel : (021) 556-1136   Email : Send an Email

 





























PLASTICS AND EXAMPLES OF THEIR APPLICATIONS:

Commodity Plastics
HDPE
LDPE
LLDPE
PP
Organoleptic Polymers
Plastomers

USES: Bottles (up to 25 ltr), Sheet, Geomembranes, Injection moulded articles, Bags

Semi-Commodity Plastics
GPPS
HIPS
EPS(Expandable PS)
ABS
Metallozine

USES: Stationery Items & Pens, Medical Items & Petri-Dishes, Packaging

Stationery Items, Fridge Liners, Toys, Picture Frames, Cutlery, Packaging

Disposable Food Containers, Protective Packaging

Yoghurt Cups and Margarine Tubs, Appliances, Furniture Components, Automotive Components, Household Goods

Swimming Pool Parts, Appliance Components.

Engineering Plastics
PA6(Nylon 6 unfilled & glass filled
PMMA(Acrylic)
POM(Acetal)
PC(Polycarbonate)
SAN
PBT(unfilled and glass filled)
PET
TPE(Thermoplastic Elastomers)
Alloys(eg. PC/ABS)
PUR(Polyurethane)

Barrier Packaging, Fishing Line, Furniture Components, Automotive Components, Industrial Components, Industrial Appliance Components

Number Plates, Roof Sheeting, Promotional Items

Gears, Automotive Components

Roof Sheeting, Swimming Pool Components, Plugs, Protective Gear

Cosmetic Jars

Electrical Appliances, Castor Wheels

Still and Carbonated Drink Bottles

Airbag Covers, Over Moulded Grips, Gaskets, Medical Components, Sports Equipment

Automotive Components, Appliances


Ear Tags, Mining Screens, Conveyor Belts, Footwear

Speciality Polymers & Products
EVOH
Adhesive Polymer
Easy Peel Adhesive
Polymer Performance Enhancers
Metallozene Plastomers
Finished Films

Barrier Packaging in Cheese, Processed Meats, Medicine, Cosmetic Packaging

Tie Layer used in Barrier Packaging

Easy Peel Seal used in confectionary, yoghurt, condiments, etc , Packaging

Add to Polymers to increase strength, impact strength, cold temperature performance, chemical resistance, etc.

5 - Layer Barrier Films, PET Film, BOPP Film

Thermosets
PF(Phenolic)

Appliances, Cookware Handles, Toilet Seats, Industrial Components

Additives for Plastics
Titanium Dioxide
Pigments
Anti-fogging agents
Tackifiers
Processing Aids
1 Pack Stabilizers
Impact Modifiers

Colour Modifier

Waxes and Lubricants

PVC

PVC