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Engineering plastics are better than ordinary plastics in thermal stability, mechanical properties and chemical resistance, and are widely used in automotive, electronic and electrical, aerospace and other fields. Ordinary plastics dominate the field of daily necessities and packaging materials because of their low cost. Both have their own advantages and work together to promote industrial development.

In modern industry and everyday life, friction and wear of mechanical components consume energy, shorten equipment life, and can also cause annoying noise. How can you achieve smoother gears, more durable bearings, and quieter equipment? The application of self-lubricating plastic materials provides an innovative solution to this dilemma. This material not only retains the advantages of traditional plastics, such as light weight and easy molding, but also "self-lubrication", becoming an effective means for mechanical engineers to solve friction and wear problems.

Daicel Group announces the full integration of its subsidiary Polyplastics' engineering plastics business, effective April 2026. This restructuring aims to create a more competitive high-performance materials platform, combining Polyplastics' leading products and technologies in POM, LCP, and other fields. Through unified management and strategic synergy, Daicel will optimize global operations, enhance innovation capabilities, and provide more comprehensive and efficient solutions for automotive, electronics, healthcare, and other industries, strengthening its position as a global leader in engineering plastics.

The aerospace industry is undergoing a lightweight revolution powered by specialty engineering plastics. Imported high-performance materials like PEEK, PI, and PPS, renowned for their exceptional lightness, extreme environment resistance, high strength, and flame retardancy, are increasingly replacing traditional metals in cabin interiors, engine components, avionics, and UAV structures. Advancements such as composite reinforcement and 3D printing compatibility are further expanding their applications. Amidst market growth and sustainability demands, these plastics have become key enablers for efficient and green aerospace manufacturing, with a promising future.

PFAS, known as “forever chemicals,” are a large group of fluorinated substances with extremely stable carbon-fluorine bonds that resist degradation in the environment and pose health risks. In engineering plastics, fluoropolymers such as PTFE, PFA, and PVDF are used either as base materials or processing aids to provide heat resistance, low friction, and non-stick properties. Due to tightening regulations by the EU, U.S., and China, customers now demand PFAS test reports to verify compliance. This requirement helps avoid customs detention, meet brand owners’ sustainability mandates, and prevent costly lawsuits. Without a valid report, products risk being excluded from supply chains. The industry is rapidly moving toward PFAS-free alternatives. A certified test report has become a mandatory pass for global trade in engineering plastics.

SABIC ULTEM™ 2310 is a 30% glass fiber-reinforced polyetherimide (PEI) resin that combines excellent flowability, ultra-high strength (tensile strength up to 169 MPa), and inherent flame retardancy (UL94 V0 & 5VA). It features a heat deflection temperature of 210–220°C, continuous use from -160°C to 180°C, and very low mold shrinkage (0.2%–0.6%). The medical grade (HU2310) offers ISO 10993 or USP Class VI biocompatibility and withstands multiple sterilization methods. Ideal for medical devices, high-temperature connectors, semiconductor tooling, and aerospace/automotive components, ULTEM™ 2310 is the all round ace for demanding injection molding applications.