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This article systematically expounds on the development process of China's special engineering plastics industry from the germination stage to the maturity stage, analyzes the current industry situation at the critical stage of transition, covering influencing factors such as policies, technologies, and the market. It also introduces the upstream, midstream, and downstream situations of the industry chain, including the supply of raw materials, production, and the demand in application fields. At the same time, it explores the opportunities and challenges of green development that the industry is facing.

The shrinkage rate of plastic reflects the degree of dimensional reduction in a plastic part after it is removed from the mold and cooled. Factors affecting plastic shrinkage include the type of plastic, molding conditions, and mold structure. Different plastics exhibit varying shrinkage rates. Additionally, the shrinkage rate is significantly influenced by the part's shape, complexity of internal structure, and the presence of inserts.

High-Performance PPS (Polyphenylene Sulfide) Film with Broad Application Prospects PPS (Polyphenylene Sulfide) is a high-performance specialty engineering plastic, classified as a high molecular weight crystalline polymer with a density of 1.35 g/cm³. It features a linear molecular structure formed by alternating benzene rings and sulfur atoms. The combination of rigid benzene rings and flexible thioether linkages endows PPS with outstanding properties, including excellent heat resistance, flame retardancy, chemical corrosion resistance, mechanical strength, and dimensional stability.

Engineering plastics with exceptional heat resistance maintain robust mechanical properties in high-temperature environments, making them indispensable for demanding applications. Beyond widely known high-temperature nylons, five other categories of heat-resistant engineering plastics play critical roles across industries.

CYCOLOY™ CX7240 is a high-performance, non-halogen flame retardant PC/ABS alloy from SABIC. It combines PC’s heat resistance and impact strength with ABS’s excellent flowability, achieving UL 94 V-0 rating down to 0.75 mm thin wall while complying with RoHS and REACH. With a density of 1.19–1.20 g/cm³, MFR of 15–18 g/10min, tensile modulus of 2600 MPa, and water absorption of only 0.20%, it delivers balanced rigidity, toughness, and dimensional stability. Ideal for thin-wall precision parts in electronics & electrical housings, rail transit, medical devices, and smart appliances. Its halogen-free system produces low smoke and low corrosive gases, solving key challenges such as thin-wall flame retardancy failure, halogen compliance risk, and narrow processing windows. CX7240 is a reliable enabler for lightweight, high-safety designs.

ULTRAMID® A 216 Y10 is a BASF injection-molding PA66 grade modified with molybdenum disulfide (MoS₂) lubricant. It offers excellent self-lubrication, wear resistance, mechanical strength, heat resistance, and dimensional stability. Designed for precision components such as bearings and gears, it is widely used in automotive, electrical/electronic, and industrial machinery applications.