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ColorFast® SFT5500 PFAS-Free 55/55 OSU Aircraft Interior Compound

Engineered to meet FAA 14 CFR 25.853 Appendix F, Part IV 55/55 OSU heat release requirements, ColorFast® SFT5500 is a PFAS-free thermoplastic compound for injection-molded aircraft interiors delivering low smoke, low toxicity, and stable fire compliance in aerospace programs.

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Integrated Fire, Smoke, & Toxicity Performance

Aircraft interior materials must meet strict 55/55 OSU heat release standards while maintaining durability and processing consistency. At the same time, global scrutiny of PFAS chemistries is influencing long-term aerospace material strategies.

PFAS-free thermoplastic systems capable of achieving 55/55 OSU performance in regulated cabin applications remain limited in the aerospace materials market. ColorFast® SFT5500 delivers demonstrated heat release performance with low smoke and low toxic gas emissions in a thermoplastic compound engineered for injection-molded interior applications.

By controlling fire performance at the compound level, ColorFast® SFT5500 supports compliance without introducing performance trade-offs or disruptive process changes.

Key Features

  • Demonstrated 55/55 OSU heat release performance
  • Low smoke emission characteristics
  • Low toxic gas emissions
  • PFAS-free thermoplastic formulation
  • Engineered for injection-molded aircraft interior components
  • Designed for durability and thermal stability in aircraft cabin environments
  • Supports alignment with established aircraft fire testing pathways
  • Backed by Americhem global engineered compounds expertise

Advance Interior Performance and Program Stability

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ColorFast® SFT5500 compounds deliver consistent fire performance while supporting predictable processing and qualification stability. By eliminating PFAS chemistries without sacrificing 55/55 OSU performance, the platform enables manufacturers to reduce regulatory exposure and support supplier transition strategies.

Fire Performance

Engineered to meet 55/55 OSU heat release standards for aircraft interior thermoplastics.

Smoke Performance

Low smoke emission characteristics designed for aircraft cabin requirements.

Toxicity Profile

Low toxic gas emissions for regulated aircraft interior applications.

Regulatory Confidence

PFAS-free formulation aligned with evolving global aerospace material expectations.

Qualification Stability

Designed to align with established aerospace fire testing pathways and minimize supplier transition risk.

Consistent Processing

Optimized for injection molding to support repeatable performance across global production programs.

Global Manufacturing Support

Supported by Americhem engineered compounds operations across North America, Europe, and Asia.

Built for Injection-Molded Aircraft Interiors

ColorFast® SFT5500 is designed for aircraft interior applications, including sidewalls, seat structures, monument components, PSU housings, interior panels, and lavatory assemblies.

The compound integrates into established injection-molding workflows, helping manufacturers maintain tooling compatibility and processing stability during qualification or material transitions. For OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers evaluating alternatives to legacy fluorinated systems, ColorFast® SFT5500 provides a qualification-aligned pathway designed to reduce disruption and protect program timelines.

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We engineer ColorFast® SFT5500 compounds to deliver PFAS-free 55/55 OSU fire performance for aircraft interior systems requiring qualification confidence and long-term material stability.

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