Application
Automotive Plastics
Automotive plastics reduce vehicle weight, absorb impact, and enable complex integrated parts. Selection is driven by heat resistance, UV stability, and cost.
Materials indexed: 103
ABS
Engineering Thermoplastic
A tough engineering thermoplastic widely used in automotive, consumer products, electronics and 3D printing.
Polycarbonate
Engineering Thermoplastic
A transparent, high-impact engineering plastic used in glazing, electronics and safety equipment.
PA66
Engineering Thermoplastic
A tough, wear-resistant nylon widely used for gears, bushings, and under-the-hood automotive parts.
PEEK
High Performance Thermoplastic
A semi-crystalline high-performance polymer with outstanding thermal, chemical, and mechanical properties.
Polypropylene
Commodity Thermoplastic
A lightweight, fatigue-resistant polymer ubiquitous in packaging, textiles, and living hinges.
PA12 Standard
Engineering Thermoplastics
Low water absorption, good dimensional stability, excellent chemical resistance.
PA11 Flexible
Engineering Thermoplastics
Bio-based, excellent flexibility, good impact strength and chemical resistance.
PBT Standard
Engineering Thermoplastics
Excellent electrical properties, good chemical resistance, low warpage.
PET Unfilled
Engineering Thermoplastics
Good stiffness, strength, and barrier properties. Often used in packaging and fibers.
PPS GF40
Engineering Thermoplastics
Exceptional thermal stability, chemical resistance, and inherent flame retardancy.
PPA Standard
Engineering Thermoplastics
High strength and stiffness at elevated temperatures, good chemical resistance.
PPO/PPE Standard
Engineering Thermoplastics
Excellent hydrolytic stability, dimensional stability, and electrical properties.
PC/ABS Blend
Engineering Thermoplastics
Combines the impact strength of PC with the processability of ABS.
PC/PBT Blend
Engineering Thermoplastics
Good toughness, chemical resistance, and dimensional stability.
PES High Temp
Engineering Thermoplastics
Higher continuous use temperature and creep resistance than PSU.
PEI Standard
Engineering Thermoplastics
Exceptional thermal stability, high strength, broad chemical resistance.
ABS/PC Blend High Impact
Engineering Thermoplastics
Excellent impact strength and toughness, good heat resistance.
SMA Standard
Engineering Thermoplastics
Good heat resistance and dimensional stability for a styrene-based polymer.
ASA UV Resistant
Engineering Thermoplastics
Excellent weatherability and UV resistance, good impact strength.
Aromatic Nylon GF
Engineering Thermoplastics
High stiffness, strength, and thermal resistance, excellent barrier properties.
PA6 Impact Modified
Engineering Thermoplastics
Improved toughness and ductility compared to standard PA6.
PBT Mineral Filled
Engineering Thermoplastics
Enhanced stiffness, dimensional stability, and reduced shrinkage.
PET Glass Filled
Engineering Thermoplastics
Increased strength, stiffness, and thermal performance.
PPS Mineral Filled
Engineering Thermoplastics
Excellent dimensional stability and stiffness with reduced anisotropy.
PPA Mineral Filled
Engineering Thermoplastics
High stiffness, improved dimensional stability, and controlled shrinkage.
PPO/PPE Mineral Filled
Engineering Thermoplastics
Enhanced stiffness, dimensional stability, and reduced thermal expansion.
PC/ABS Impact Modified
Engineering Thermoplastics
Optimized balance of impact strength, toughness, and heat resistance.
PC/PBT Impact Modified
Engineering Thermoplastics
Enhanced toughness, good chemical resistance, and dimensional stability.
Glass-Filled PA12
Engineering Thermoplastics
Enhanced stiffness, strength, and creep resistance at elevated temperatures.
Glass-Filled PA11
Engineering Thermoplastics
Good balance of stiffness, toughness, and dimensional stability.
Glass-Filled PBT
Engineering Thermoplastics
Excellent electrical properties, stiffness, and heat resistance.
Glass-Filled PPS
Engineering Thermoplastics
Exceptional thermal stability, chemical resistance, and high mechanical strength.
Glass-Filled PPA
Engineering Thermoplastics
High strength, stiffness, and thermal resistance for demanding applications.
Glass-Filled PPO/PPE
Engineering Thermoplastics
Excellent dimensional stability, strength, and heat resistance.
Impact Modified PA12
Engineering Thermoplastics
Excellent impact strength, especially at low temperatures.
Impact Modified PBT
Engineering Thermoplastics
Improved impact strength and toughness.
Carbon Fiber PA12
Engineering Thermoplastics
Exceptional stiffness, strength, light weight, and electrical conductivity.
Carbon Fiber PBT
Engineering Thermoplastics
High stiffness, strength, and electrical conductivity.
Carbon Fiber PPS
Engineering Thermoplastics
Exceptional stiffness, strength, thermal performance, and conductivity.
Carbon Fiber PPA
Engineering Thermoplastics
Extremely high stiffness, strength, and thermal resistance.
PP Homopolymer Injection
Commodity Plastics
Rigid, tough, and excellent chemical resistance for containers, caps, and automotive parts.
EPP Automotive
Commodity Plastics
Lightweight, energy-absorbing foam with excellent thermal insulation and chemical resistance.
PVC Rigid Pipe
Commodity Plastics
Durable, corrosion-resistant, and cost-effective for water and drainage pipes.
EVOH 32 mol% Barrier
Commodity Plastics
Excellent oxygen barrier properties, especially at low humidity, for food packaging.
EVOH 44 mol% Barrier
Commodity Plastics
Superior gas barrier properties, excellent melt strength for demanding packaging.
PET Bottle Grade
Commodity Plastics
Clear, strong, lightweight, and gas barrier for beverage bottles.
ABS Commodity
Commodity Plastics
Impact resistant, stiff, and good surface finish for appliance housings, automotive parts, and toys.
Standard Natural Rubber
Elastomers/TPEs
A versatile, high-performance elastomer derived from rubber trees, offering excellent tensile strength and resilience.
Oil-Resistant Nitrile Butadiene Rubber
Elastomers/TPEs
A synthetic rubber known for its excellent resistance to petroleum oils, fuels, and greases.
High-Temperature Oil-Resistant Hydrogenated Nitrile Butadiene Rubber
Elastomers/TPEs
An advanced synthetic rubber with exceptional resistance to heat, oil, and aggressive chemicals.
Weather-Resistant Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer
Elastomers/TPEs
An elastomer with outstanding resistance to weathering, ozone, UV radiation, and extreme temperatures.
Gas Impermeable Isobutylene Isoprene Rubber
Elastomers/TPEs
A synthetic rubber with exceptionally low gas permeability and good resistance to heat and ozone.
Chemical-Resistant Fluoroelastomer (Viton)
Elastomers/TPEs
A high-performance elastomer with exceptional resistance to high temperatures, chemicals, oils, and fuels.
Fuel and Oil Resistant Fluorosilicone Rubber
Elastomers/TPEs
A silicone rubber modified with fluorine atoms, providing excellent resistance to fuels, oils, and extreme temperatures.
Medium Oil and Heat Resistant Acrylic Rubber
Elastomers/TPEs
An elastomer with good resistance to heat, oxidation, and petroleum-based oils, suitable for automotive applications.
High-Temperature Oil-Resistant Ethylene Acrylic Elastomer
Elastomers/TPEs
A specialty elastomer offering excellent resistance to heat, oils, and automotive fluids.
Cost-Effective Flexible Thermoplastic Polyolefin
Elastomers/TPEs
A blend of polypropylene and EPDM or other elastomers, offering good flexibility and weatherability at a low cost.
High-Performance Thermoplastic Vulcanizate (Santoprene)
Elastomers/TPEs
A highly engineered TPV offering excellent compression set, chemical resistance, and a broad temperature range.
Flexible Durable Copolyester Ether (Hytrel)
Elastomers/TPEs
A thermoplastic elastomer combining the flexibility of rubber with the processability of thermoplastics and excellent fatigue resistance.
High-Temperature Sealant Silicone Rubber
Elastomers/TPEs
A silicone rubber formulation optimized for high-temperature sealing applications, providing excellent thermal stability and flexibility.
Hydrolysis Resistant Thermoplastic Polyurethane for Medical Applications
Elastomers/TPEs
A polyether-based TPU with excellent resistance to hydrolysis, microbial attack, and sterilization, suitable for medical devices.
Automotive Sealing Grade Thermoplastic Vulcanizate (TPV)
Elastomers/TPEs
A TPV engineered for optimal compression set and resistance to automotive fluids and weathering, ideal for seals and gaskets.
Automotive Hose Grade Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer (EPDM)
Elastomers/TPEs
An EPDM formulation optimized for automotive hose applications, offering excellent heat, ozone, and coolant resistance.
Flexible Durable Copolymer Ether Ester (TPEE)
Elastomers/TPEs
A thermoplastic elastomer offering a unique blend of flexibility, toughness, and chemical resistance.
Phenolic Novolac Thermoset
Thermosets
High heat resistance and flame retardancy, commonly used in molding compounds.
Rigid Unsaturated Polyester
Thermosets
Versatile, cost-effective resin for composites, casting, and coatings.
SMC/BMC for Automotive
Thermosets
High strength-to-weight ratio, good impact resistance, and moldability for automotive parts.
PLA High Temp Grade B
Bioplastics
A modified PLA grade offering improved heat resistance for applications requiring higher service temperatures than standard PLA.
PDLA Stereocomplex Grade C
Bioplastics
A stereocomplex grade of PDLA, offering enhanced thermal and mechanical properties through interaction with PLLA.
CAB Injection Molding Grade L
Bioplastics
A cellulose derivative with improved toughness and weatherability for injection molding applications.
Bio-PA11 Automotive
Bioplastics
High-performance bio-based polyamide derived from castor oil, offering excellent chemical resistance and flexibility.
Bio-PA610 Flexible
Bioplastics
A bio-based polyamide with low moisture absorption and good flexibility, derived from renewable resources.
PEF Barrier Bottle
Bioplastics
A 100% bio-based polyester with superior barrier properties to PET, suitable for packaging.
Lignin Filler
Bioplastics
A bio-derived aromatic polymer extracted from wood, used as a filler or building block for biocomposites.
Chitosan Film
Bioplastics
A biopolymer derived from chitin, known for its biodegradability, biocompatibility, and antimicrobial properties.
Bio-PA610 Rigid
Bioplastics
A higher stiffness grade of bio-PA610 for applications requiring good mechanical integrity and low moisture uptake.
PLLA Stereocomplex
Bioplastics
PLLA component for creating stereocomplex PLA, offering superior thermal and mechanical properties when blended with PDLA.
PHA Biocompatible
Bioplastics
A PHA grade meeting biocompatibility standards for medical and healthcare applications.
ASA FDM Filament
3D Printing
UV-resistant and weatherable filament with mechanical properties similar to ABS, ideal for outdoor applications.
ABS FDM Filament
3D Printing
Tough, impact-resistant, and temperature-resistant filament, though requires careful ventilation and heated bed.
PA12 FDM Filament
3D Printing
Durable, chemically resistant, and low-moisture absorbing nylon for robust functional parts.
PC FDM Filament
3D Printing
Extremely strong and impact-resistant filament with high heat resistance, suitable for demanding applications.
CF-PA Filament
3D Printing
High-stiffness, high-strength composite filament with carbon fiber reinforcement in a polyamide matrix.
GF-PA Filament
3D Printing
Enhanced stiffness and dimensional stability composite filament using glass fibers in a polyamide matrix.
CF-PET Filament
3D Printing
PETG composite filament reinforced with carbon fibers for increased stiffness and strength.
High-Temp SLA Resin
3D Printing
SLA resin offering enhanced thermal resistance for high-temperature applications.
SLS PA12 Powder
3D Printing
High-performance powder for SLS, offering excellent mechanical properties, chemical resistance, and detail.
SLS PP Powder
3D Printing
Economical and chemically resistant powder for SLS, suitable for a wide range of applications.
MJF PA12 Powder
3D Printing
High-performance powder for MJF, offering excellent mechanical strength, fine detail, and isotropic properties.
MJF PA11 Powder
3D Printing
Bio-based powder for MJF offering excellent impact resistance, flexibility, and durability.
rHDPE PIR Colored
Recycled Polymers
Colored post-industrial recycled HDPE, suitable for applications where color consistency is key.
rPP Homo PCR Natural
Recycled Polymers
Natural colored post-consumer recycled PP homopolymer, suitable for rigid packaging and automotive parts.
rPP Copo PIR Filled
Recycled Polymers
Filled post-industrial recycled PP copolymer, offering enhanced impact resistance.
rPET Bottle Clear
Recycled Polymers
Clear recycled PET from bottles, suitable for new bottle and fiber applications.
rPET Fiber Colored
Recycled Polymers
Colored recycled PET from bottles, suitable for textile and non-woven applications.
rABS Injection Molding
Recycled Polymers
Recycled ABS for injection molding, offering good toughness and aesthetics.
rPC Transparent
Recycled Polymers
Transparent recycled polycarbonate, retaining high impact strength and clarity.
rPA6 Natural
Recycled Polymers
Natural colored recycled PA6, offering good mechanical properties and wear resistance.
rPA66 Black
Recycled Polymers
Black recycled PA66, offering high strength and thermal resistance.
Ocean-Bound PP Regrind
Recycled Polymers
Polypropylene derived from plastic waste collected from coastlines and waterways.
PIR/PCR Blend PPA
Recycled Polymers
A blend of PIR and PCR polypropylene for cost-effective performance.
rPP Homo PCR Black
Recycled Polymers
Black colored post-consumer recycled PP homopolymer, suitable for general purpose molding.
rPP Copo PIR Natural Impact
Recycled Polymers
Natural colored post-industrial recycled PP copolymer, with enhanced impact properties.