Advancements in polymers and additives have revolutionized the textile industry, allowing for the incorporation of varied functionalities and properties. Technical textiles cater to sectors like agriculture, automotive, protective wear, and sports clothing. Meanwhile, smart textiles offer both aesthetic and functional features, such as color changing or illuminated fabrics. Notably, textiles can now enhance athletic performance, monitor heart rates, regulate body temperature, and protect against environmental hazards, including radiation. However, polymers used in synthetic fibers are susceptible to UV degradation. To counteract this, fiber additives are crucial. They prevent or inhibit radiation absorption, preserving the integrity of textiles. These additives are particularly vital for outdoor applications like synthetic turf and awnings, as well as for indoor items like carpets exposed to light through windows.

Polymer Stabilizers prevent discoloration and loss of adhesive properties. Adhesives is used in various industries such as automotive, construction, electronics, packaging, graphic arts, and medicine. They are increasingly used to join parts of vehicles, both on water and land, as well as airplanes. In construction, adhesives prevent the loosening of screws and oxidation on pipes. In the electronics field, adhesives bond and encapsulate components on printed circuit boards. Packaging applications, including label glues and closure systems, also utilize adhesives. Adhesives are employed in the graphic arts sector for print lamination, book binding, and padding compounds. Medical equipment like blood bags, respirators, dressings, and denture fixation also rely on adhesives. Light can damage adhesives if the substrates are permeable to it.