Flame Retardant Properties of Different Polymers

Flame retardancy in polymers, is one of the key features to be established before their potential usage in a wide variety of applications is ascertained. The polymers covered in this chapter are either inherently flame retardant, chemically modified, or with flame-retardants inclusions, as additives for polymers. The chapter gives an overview of the flammability and thermal degradation of various polymers. To investigate the flame retardant properties, fire test techniques, such as UL-94, limiting oxygen index (LOI), ignition prevention properties, reduction in the rate of heat release, and smoke generation, are also discussed. The flammability studies of various polymers by using different flame-retardants (FRs), including bio-based alternatives and flame retardant efficiencies, are also discussed.