Polymers of all kinds allow static charge to build-up on their surfaces, particularly within the case of films and fibres, which have an outsized area to volume ratio. Such static charge build-up results in several undesirable consequences within the final product. as an example, built-up static charge can attract dust onto a food package, which is undesirable aesthetically. At times, static charge can damage circuit boards in electronics packaging and should cause hazards of fireside or explosion within the vicinity of flammable materials.

Electrostatic charges also are caused by friction between the 2 materials. Static charging can disturb the continuity of the many processes. E.g. Static charging can hinder the opening of the tubular film during packaging processes. Often the static charging is that the limiting factor for higher speed in these processes.

SSA that provide Antistatic Masterbatches which help to stop static charging which will be generated during processing, transportation, filling or any handling of the plastic part, Also avoids dust devour by the packed goods. As a result, the materials are often stored and eventually displayed during a more attractive way.