iStar Materials Information

At iStar Materials, we discover, develop and deploy high-performance material systems that power modern manufacturing. We specialize in advanced carbon materials and specialty carbon black grades engineered for performance-critical industrial applications. Our material solutions support industries where durability, conductivity, thermal stability and process reliability directly impact product quality. Key industries we serve include: Rubber & Tire Manufacturing Performance carbon black solutions for tires, hoses, belts, seals, gaskets, EPDM components and industrial rubber products. Plastics & Masterbatches UV stabilization, pigmentation and reinforcement for plastic compounds, polymer masterbatches and engineering plastics. Inks & Printing Technologies High-purity carbon pigments for printing inks, inkjet inks, digital printing systems and specialty coatings. Fibers & Advanced Polymers Carbon-based additives for high-strength fibers, composite materials and polymer reinforcement systems. Industrial Coatings & Paints Superior pigmentation, UV resistance and durability for industrial coatings, protective paints and specialty coating formulations. Energy Storage & Batteries Advanced carbon materials for lithium-ion batteries used in mobile devices, electronics, EVs and energy storage systems. Refractory & High-Temperature Applications Carbon additives for refractory bricks, castables, taphole clays and furnace materials requiring thermal shock resistance and durability. Our flagship specialty carbon black grades such as N990 and N991 are engineered to deliver: • Superior dispersion • Thermal stability • Low electrical conductivity where required • High purity carbon performance • Improved compound processability By combining real industrial data, material science expertise and AI-driven insights, we help manufacturers create predictable, scalable and cost-efficient material systems. Predictable. Repeatable. At Scale.