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Polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH)

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Water soluble, biodegradable, good film forming properties - Detergent pods, water-soluble packaging, paper coatings.

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Polyethylene terephthalate (PET)

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Strong, lightweight, recyclable - Beverage bottles, fibers for clothing, food containers.

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Polyamide (Nylon)

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Tough, resistant to wear, low coefficient of friction - Textiles, gears, fishing lines.

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Polyether ether ketone (PEEK)

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High temperature resistance, mechanical strength, chemically resistant - Medical implants, aerospace components, high-performance parts.

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Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)

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Tough, heat resistant, easily machined - Lego bricks, musical instruments, automotive parts.

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Polyoxymethylene (POM)

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High strength, stiffness, low friction - Gear wheels, ski bindings, fasteners, lock systems.

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Polyphenylene sulfide (PPS)

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High temperature resistance, flame retardant, chemically resistant - Automotive and aerospace components, electrical and electronics parts.

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Polyurethane (PU)

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Durable, flexible, abrasive resistant - Cushions, insulation, shoes, sealants.

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Polyetherimide (PEI)

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High strength, high temperature resistance, flame retardant - Aircraft interiors, electrical components, automotive parts.

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Ethylene-Vinyl Acetate (EVA)

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Flexibility, clarity, toughness - Foam shoes, sports equipment, flexible hoses.

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Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF)

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Chemically resistant, abrasion-resistant, good thermal stability - Pipes, fittings, wire insulation, films.

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Polybutylene terephthalate (PBT)

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Heat resistant, electrical insulator, strong - Electrical components, car parts, computer keyboards.

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Polypropylene (PP)

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Tough, heat resistant, acts as a barrier to moisture - Automotive parts, textiles, food containers.

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Polyethylene naphthalate (PEN)

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Good gas barrier, high-temperature resistance, strong - High performance fibers, food packaging, electronic parts.

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Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)

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Strong, durable, good chemical resistance - Pipes, cables, flooring, medical devices.

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Polylactic Acid (PLA)

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Biodegradable, made from renewable resources, relatively low melting point - Compostable packaging, 3D printing filament, disposable tableware.

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Polyvinylidene chloride (PVDC)

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Barrier to gases and odors, heat sealable, chemically inert - Food packaging, wrapping films, perishable goods packaging.

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Polycarbonate (PC)

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High impact resistance, transparent, heat resistant - Eyeglass lenses, bulletproof glass, greenhouses.

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Polyimide (PI)

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High-temperature resistance, electrical insulation, durable - Aerospace components, flexible electronics, high temperature tapes.

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Polyphenylene oxide (PPO)

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Low moisture absorption, dimensional stability, heat resistance - Electrical components, pump parts, automotive parts.

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Polyethylene (PE)

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Light, durable, chemically resistant - Packaging, containers, plastic bags.

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Poly(methyl methacrylate) (PMMA)

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Transparent, weather resistant, light transmitting - Glass alternative, sign boards, light fixtures.

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Polystyrene (PS)

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Hard, clear, brittle - Disposable cutlery, CD cases, foam packaging.

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Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE)

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Non-reactive, low friction, high melting point - Nonstick cookware, PTFE tape, electrical insulation.

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Polyacrylonitrile (PAN)

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Tough, thermoplastic, can be spun into fibers - Synthetic wool, carbon fiber precursors, outdoor textiles.

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