This paper is dedicated to Professor Menachem Lewin on the occasion of his 90th birthday. His dedication and insight to fire retardant research is greatly respected all over the world.

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Zinc borates function as flame retardant, smoke suppressant, afterglow suppressant, and anti-tracking agent in both halogen-containing and halogen-free polymers. This paper will review 35 years of historical development and recent advances in the use of these multifunctional fire retardants in electrical/electronic, transportation, and building product applications. In addition, the use of zinc borates as polymer additives for non-flame retardant applications will also be briefly reviewed. Copyright © 2008 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.

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Volume19, Issue6

Special Issue:In celebration of the 90th birthday of Professor Menachem Lewin

June 2008

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