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8626355 
Journal Article 
Halogen-free additives meet rail standards 
Harold, S; Walz, R; Zopes, HP 
2000 
0 
Reinforced Plastics
ISSN: 0034-3617 
44 
1 
40-43 
English 
New phosphorus-based flame retardants are helping composites pass the stringent safety standards in the railway industry. Clariant's brand name Exolit provides halogen-free environmentally friendly flame retardants which can be used in epoxy resin laminates, intumescent gel-coats, and in combination with red phosphorus. The European market for reinforced plastics in the railway sector is expected to double in the next 5 years.