Custom Masterbatch FAQ: How Custom Color Development Works

How Custom Color Development Works

Custom masterbatch is developed specifically for your polymer, color target, and application. This FAQ explains the development process, timelines, and what you need to provide.

What is custom masterbatch?

Custom masterbatch is formulated to your exact specifications — base polymer, processing conditions, color target, and regulatory requirements — rather than a stock formulation.

What is the development process?

The process is: requirements gathering → color matching → sample approval → pilot production → full production. Each step validates the formulation against your requirements.

How long does custom development take?

Most custom colors are matched within 24 hours, with a sample delivered in 24–72 hours. Full development and approval typically takes 3–15 days depending on complexity.

What information do I need to provide?

Provide your base polymer, processing method and temperature, target color (RAL/Pantone/sample), application, regulatory requirements, and estimated volume.

What if I have a physical color sample?

Send us the sample and we will match it spectrophotometrically, providing a masterbatch that reproduces the color in your specific resin and process.

Can you match special effects?

Yes. We develop pearlescent, metallic, matte, and glow-in-the-dark custom formulations matched to your application.

Do you provide technical support during development?

Yes. Our 15-person R&D team and 7 QC specialists support the full development cycle, from formulation through production validation.

What about intellectual property?

Your custom formulation is treated as confidential. We sign NDAs as needed and protect your proprietary color specifications.

Conclusion

Custom masterbatch development is a structured process that delivers a color matched to your exact requirements. MHK Color's 30,000+ formulation database and 24-hour matching make custom development fast and reliable. Contact us to start your project.