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Nylon (PA)

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High strength, Abrasion-resistant - Used in textiles, machine parts, gears

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Polyetheretherketone (PEEK)

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High mechanical strength, Chemical resistant - Used in aerospace, automotive, and medical implants

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Polyoxymethylene (POM)

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High stiffness, Low friction - Used in precision parts, gears, pen components

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Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE)

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Low friction, Chemical resistant - Used in non-stick coatings, seals, bearings

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Epoxy

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Strong adhesive properties, Good heat and chemical resistance - Used in adhesives, coatings, composites

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Polystyrene (PS)

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Lightweight, Easy to form - Used in Styrofoam, disposable cutlery

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Polypropylene (PP)

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High melting point, Resistant to fatigue - Used in living hinges, automotive bumpers

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Polyurethane (PU)

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Elastic, Durable - Used in foam seating, insulation panels, elastomeric wheels

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Polyimide (PI)

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Thermal stability, Good electrical insulator - Used in aerospace and electronics for heat resistant properties

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Liquid Crystal Polymers (LCP)

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High-temperature stability, Excellent mechanical properties - Used in electronic connectors, cookware

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Polyethylene naphthalate (PEN)

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Higher thermal resistance than PET, Good gas barrier properties - Used in high-performance plastic films and packaging

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Polylactic Acid (PLA)

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Biodegradable, Derived from renewable resources - Used in compostable packaging, 3D printing filaments

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Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)

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Good electrical insulator, Heat resistant - Used in electrical components, automotive parts

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Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)

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Impact-resistant, Tough - Used in Lego bricks, Automotive body parts

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Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET)

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Good barrier properties, Recyclable - Used in beverage bottles, food packaging

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Polycarbonate (PC)

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High impact resistance, Transparency - Used in eyewear lenses, bulletproof glass

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Polyethylene (PE)

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Chemical resistant, Durable - Used in plastic bags, bottles, and insulating materials

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Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU)

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Elasticity, Abrasion resistance - Used in phone cases, medical devices, inflatable rafts

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Polyphenylene sulfide (PPS)

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High chemical and thermal resistance, Dimensionally stable - Used in automotive parts, electronics, cookware

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Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)

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Strong, Lightweight - Used in pipes, medical devices, and vinyl records

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