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Polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH)
Water soluble, biodegradable, good film forming properties - Detergent pods, water-soluble packaging, paper coatings.
Polyethylene terephthalate (PET)
Strong, lightweight, recyclable - Beverage bottles, fibers for clothing, food containers.
Polyamide (Nylon)
Tough, resistant to wear, low coefficient of friction - Textiles, gears, fishing lines.
Polyether ether ketone (PEEK)
High temperature resistance, mechanical strength, chemically resistant - Medical implants, aerospace components, high-performance parts.
Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)
Tough, heat resistant, easily machined - Lego bricks, musical instruments, automotive parts.
Polyoxymethylene (POM)
High strength, stiffness, low friction - Gear wheels, ski bindings, fasteners, lock systems.
Polyphenylene sulfide (PPS)
High temperature resistance, flame retardant, chemically resistant - Automotive and aerospace components, electrical and electronics parts.
Polyurethane (PU)
Durable, flexible, abrasive resistant - Cushions, insulation, shoes, sealants.
Polyetherimide (PEI)
High strength, high temperature resistance, flame retardant - Aircraft interiors, electrical components, automotive parts.
Ethylene-Vinyl Acetate (EVA)
Flexibility, clarity, toughness - Foam shoes, sports equipment, flexible hoses.
Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF)
Chemically resistant, abrasion-resistant, good thermal stability - Pipes, fittings, wire insulation, films.
Polybutylene terephthalate (PBT)
Heat resistant, electrical insulator, strong - Electrical components, car parts, computer keyboards.
Polypropylene (PP)
Tough, heat resistant, acts as a barrier to moisture - Automotive parts, textiles, food containers.
Polyethylene naphthalate (PEN)
Good gas barrier, high-temperature resistance, strong - High performance fibers, food packaging, electronic parts.
Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
Strong, durable, good chemical resistance - Pipes, cables, flooring, medical devices.
Polylactic Acid (PLA)
Biodegradable, made from renewable resources, relatively low melting point - Compostable packaging, 3D printing filament, disposable tableware.
Polyvinylidene chloride (PVDC)
Barrier to gases and odors, heat sealable, chemically inert - Food packaging, wrapping films, perishable goods packaging.
Polycarbonate (PC)
High impact resistance, transparent, heat resistant - Eyeglass lenses, bulletproof glass, greenhouses.
Polyimide (PI)
High-temperature resistance, electrical insulation, durable - Aerospace components, flexible electronics, high temperature tapes.
Polyphenylene oxide (PPO)
Low moisture absorption, dimensional stability, heat resistance - Electrical components, pump parts, automotive parts.
Polyethylene (PE)
Light, durable, chemically resistant - Packaging, containers, plastic bags.
Poly(methyl methacrylate) (PMMA)
Transparent, weather resistant, light transmitting - Glass alternative, sign boards, light fixtures.
Polystyrene (PS)
Hard, clear, brittle - Disposable cutlery, CD cases, foam packaging.
Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE)
Non-reactive, low friction, high melting point - Nonstick cookware, PTFE tape, electrical insulation.
Polyacrylonitrile (PAN)
Tough, thermoplastic, can be spun into fibers - Synthetic wool, carbon fiber precursors, outdoor textiles.
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