VCI Plastic Additive for Injection-Moulded Metal Protection
VCI Plastic Additive Plastic parts are commonly used as covers, caps, housings, trays, and holders around metal equipment. While these parts help keep out dust and reduce direct contact, they don’t actually stop corrosion on their own. Moisture and air can still reach metal surfaces, especially during storage, transport, or when equipment is not in use.
That’s where M-124 Plastic Additive comes in. This VCI Plastic Additive is mixed with injection-grade resin before moulding. Once the plastic part is formed, it slowly releases corrosion-inhibiting vapours into the surrounding space. These vapours help protect nearby metal surfaces without the need for oils, greases, or extra coatings.
M-124 is a practical choice for moulded items like caps, covers, housings, containers, and other plastic components that sit close to metal parts. Alvina supplies M-124 Plastic Additive across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, and Bahrain, supporting plastic processors and industrial manufacturers in the region.
What is M-124 Plastic Additive?
M-124 Plastic Additive is a pellet-based VCI masterbatch designed for injection-moulded plastic products. During production, manufacturers blend these pellets with a compatible resin. The finished plastic part then provides built-in corrosion protection throughout its use.
It is especially useful when corrosion protection needs to be part of the plastic component itself, rather than applied separately. It has been successfully used with LLDPE, LDPE, and polypropylene resins. In most cases, manufacturers use around 10% to 20% by weight, although the exact amount can vary depending on the application and required protection level.
Unlike additives used mainly for plastic films, M-124 is intended for injection-moulded parts such as enclosures, trays, inserts, caps, and containers. It’s always a good idea to run a production trial first to check compatibility and fine-tune the formulation before full-scale manufacturing.
Key Features of M-124 Plastic Additive
- Supplied as easy-to-handle plastic pellets
- Designed for injection-moulded plastic products
- Adds VCI protection directly to the finished moulded component
- Helps protect nearby metal surfaces from corrosion
- Supports long-term protection over the component’s design life
- Works with compatible LLDPE, LDPE, and PP resins
- Suitable for custom moulded covers, caps, housings, and containers
- Reduces dependence on oily rust preventives
- Keeps metal parts cleaner during storage and handling
- Allows manufacturers to combine packaging and corrosion protection
- Supports industrial, automotive, marine, and equipment applications
Uses of M-124 Plastic Additive
- Blend it into compatible injection-moulding resin
- Produce protective plastic caps for metal fittings and connections
- Manufacture housings and covers for stored metal equipment
- Create trays, holders, and inserts for industrial components
- Use it in custom plastic containers for metal parts
- Add corrosion protection to moulded packaging components
- Produce plastic parts that remain close to metal during storage
- Use it in automotive, machinery, spare-parts, and export applications
Applications of VCI Plastic Additive Across the UAE and GCC
UAE: Plastic processors, packaging manufacturers, warehouses, and industrial suppliers use M-124 for moulded corrosion-protection components.
Dubai: Exporters, automotive suppliers, logistics companies, and plastic moulding businesses use it for caps, trays, housings, and containers.
Abu Dhabi: Oil and gas suppliers, maintenance contractors, and industrial facilities use moulded VCI parts to protect fittings, tools, and equipment components.
Sharjah: Injection-moulding companies and fabrication workshops use it for custom protective parts and industrial packaging.
Ajman: Plastic manufacturers and small industrial units use it for moulded covers, inserts, and component holders.
Ras Al Khaimah: Manufacturing plants use it where humidity may affect metal parts during storage or assembly.
Fujairah: Marine and port-related companies use moulded VCI components around metal parts exposed to coastal air.
Umm Al Quwain: Workshops and plastic processors use it for machinery parts, tools, and custom protection products.
Saudi Arabia: Industries in Riyadh, Dammam, Jubail, Jeddah, and Al Khobar use it for oilfield equipment, automotive components, machinery, and industrial storage.
Qatar: Project suppliers and maintenance contractors use moulded VCI parts for tools, fittings, and equipment components.
Oman: Marine, fabrication, and industrial companies use it for protective plastic parts near metal equipment.
Kuwait: Oilfield suppliers and refinery support teams use it for moulded covers, caps, and storage components.
Bahrain: Fabrication businesses, repair teams, and industrial suppliers use it for customised corrosion-protection applications.
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Product Name |
M-124 Plastic Additive |
| Focus Keyword |
VCI Plastic Additive |
| Product Form |
Plastic pellets |
| Product Type |
VCI masterbatch for injection moulding |
| Main Function |
Adds corrosion protection to moulded plastic parts |
| Recommended Addition Rate |
Approximately 10–20% by weight |
| Compatible Resins |
LLDPE, LDPE, and polypropylene |
| Processing Method |
Blend with injection resin before moulding |
| Protection Method |
Vapour corrosion inhibitor action |
| Typical Products |
Caps, covers, housings, trays, holders, inserts, and containers |
| Main Benefit |
Corrosion protection built into the moulded component |
| Recommended Procedure |
Conduct resin and production trials before full-scale use |
| Typical Packaging |
Gaylord container, approximately 800 lb / 364 kg |
| Supply Region |
UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain |
The technical information above follows the actual M-124 product data sheet and manufacturer product literature.
Certifications, Standards and Compliance
The available M-124 product sheet describes the product’s function, processing method, recommended loading rate, and resin compatibility. It does not list product-specific ASTM certification claims. The following standards and regulatory resources may support testing or compliance reviews for finished VCI plastic products:
ASTM D790 – Flexural Properties of Plastics
AMPP Corrosion Standards
REACH Regulation Information
RoHS Directive Information
Manufacturers should test the final moulded product because resin type, colour additives, processing temperature, wall thickness, and additive ratio can influence performance.
Why Choose M-124 Plastic Additive from Alvina?
In many cases, a plastic part does more than just cover or hold something—it also needs to help protect the metal it surrounds. M-124 Plastic Additive makes this easier by building corrosion protection directly into the plastic itself.
This can reduce the need for extra steps like oiling or wrapping metal parts. It also keeps components cleaner and easier to handle. For manufacturers, it offers flexibility to design custom moulded parts that already include corrosion protection.
Alvina supplies VCI Plastic Additive to plastic processors, industrial manufacturers, exporters, automotive suppliers, oil and gas contractors, and machinery companies. Supply coverage includes Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah, Umm Al Quwain, as well as Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, and Bahrain.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is M-124 Plastic Additive used for?
Manufacturers use it to add corrosion protection to injection-moulded plastic components.
2. Is M-124 suitable for plastic film production?
M-124 primarily suits injection moulding, while other masterbatches may suit film extrusion better.
3. Which resins work with M-124?
Production trials have shown successful use with LLDPE, LDPE, and polypropylene resins.
4. How much M-124 should manufacturers add?
A typical moulding formulation uses approximately 10–20% by weight.
5. What products can manufacturers make with it?
They can produce protective caps, covers, housings, trays, inserts, holders, and containers.
6. Should manufacturers conduct a trial before production?
Yes, a resin and moulding trial helps confirm compatibility and the correct addition rate.
7. Does Alvina supply M-124 across the GCC?
Yes, Alvina supplies M-124 across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, and Bahrain.
Conclusion
M-124 Plastic Additive helps turn ordinary injection-moulded plastic parts into protective components for metal. By blending it with the resin before moulding, manufacturers can create caps, covers, trays, and containers that actively help reduce corrosion.
It’s a practical solution for companies that want cleaner handling and fewer extra protection steps. It also supports custom designs for industries like automotive, machinery, marine, oil and gas, and export packaging.
Alvina supplies M-124 VCI Plastic Additive throughout the UAE and GCC, including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah, Umm Al Quwain, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, and Bahrain.