ACtivate™ is a next-generation line of high-performance PET catalysts developed by Dorf Ketal, the global leader in organotitanate and organozirconate chemistry. Engineered to deliver superior polymerization efficiency and downstream performance, ACtivate™ offers a transformative alternative to traditional antimony and cobalt catalysts—helping resin producers and converters unlock value across production, sustainability, and end-use applications.
Developed through rigorous bench, pilot, and commercial testing, ACtivate™ catalysts are available in optimized grades for bottle/film (ACtivate™ 420, 422) and fiber (ACtivate™ 450) resin applications. These organometallic catalysts are hydrolytically stable, compliant with FDA (21CFR177.1630) and EU (Regulation 10/2011) food contact regulations, and deliver measurable gains across key performance metrics.
For improved flavor and packaging integrity in beverage-grade resins.
Due to advanced ligand chemistry and melt-phase performance.
Faster reaction rates and smoother SSP (solid state polymerization).
Especially in fiber production, where reduced deposits minimize spinneret fouling and pack changes.
Safer, cleaner production without sacrificing performance.
Via energy savings, extended production cycles, and higher-quality resin output.
Dorf Ketal develops high-performance chemical technologies designed to enhance efficiency, reliability, and sustainability across a wide range of industrial applications.