Search +1-914-287-6800 Automotive Materials Automotive Polymers and Compounds Wide Range of Automotive Plastic Materials While we continue to offer a wide variety of resins and traditional automotive manufacturing materials, we strive to shift towards a more sustainable future. Check out our new Sustainable & New Materials Brochure and video to learn about the latest environmentally conscious offerings from Mistui Plastics, Inc. We will source the following products to meet your automotive manufacturing needs. Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene ABS A thermoplastic with good impact resistance and chemical resistance that is easy to mold. Often the choice for component housings and other tough applications where impact is important. This resin is a reasonably priced plastic for strong exterior applications. Chemical Form: Pellet Available As: Raw Material Process Type: Injection Molding Applications: Side mirror Center fascia Window switch Industry: Automotive Grades: Glass Fiber, Impact Modifier, Paintable, Plate-able, UV Stabilizer Acrylonitrile Ethylene Styrene AES High gloss product able to withstand weather and protect against mar and scratch damage. Chemical Form: Pellet Available As: Raw Material Process Type: Injection Molding Applications: Exterior trim Industry: Automotive Grades: Glass Fiber, Impact Modifier, Paintable, Plate-able, UV Stabilizer Acrylonitrile Styrene Acrylate ASA Similar to ABS, ASA has great impact with the added benefit of increased weathering and UV resistance. This is important for applications such as automotive, where long-term, outdoor performance is valued. Low shrink makes this easy to design for injection molding. Can be mixed with other resins to modify properties. Chemical Form: Pellet Available As: Raw Material Process Type: Injection Molding Applications: Radiator grill Rear lamp Spoiler Industry: Automotive Grades: Glass Fiber, Impact Modifier, Paintable, Plate-able, UV Stabilizer Automotive Film Film Semi-finished film useful for decorative and translucent automotive film. Chemical Form: Sheet Available As: Semi-finished Process Type: Thermoformed Applications: Center console and fascia Dashboard Industry: Automotive Grades: Various Elastomer Various polymers Rubbery-like material helps keep water out. Chemical Form: Pellet Available As: Raw Material Process Type: Injection Molding/Extrusion/Calendering Applications: Weather seals Industry: Automotive High-Density Polyethylene HDPE High-Density Polyethlyene is a commonly used raw material used in various automotive applications. Chemical Form: Pellet Available As: Raw Material Process Type: Injection Molding Applications: Rear package tray substitute Wheel well liner Industry: Automotive Grades: Various Nylon 6 & Nylon 66 PA 6 & 66 Typically called nylon, this thermoplastic is an engineering resin valued for its great strength and heat resistance. It is often used as a fiber for clothing, ropes and other fabric devices. Its heat resistance makes it ideal for challenging automotive applications, especially those under the hood. Nylon can be combined with fibers to make composites that can replace certain metals. Chemical Form: Pellet Available As: Raw Material Process Type: Injection Molding Applications: Engine cover Battery box Intake manifold Industry: Automotive Grades: Glass Fiber, Mineral, Impact Modifier, High Heat, Hydrolysis Resistance, UV Stable Polybutylene Terephthalate PBT Polybutylene Terephthalate is an engineered resin with high impact strength and can withstand severe weathering and UV exposure. Chemical Form: Pellet Available As: Raw Material Process Type: Injection Molding Applications: Plastic roof rack for holding luggage, surfboards, etc. Industry: Automotive Grades: Glass Fiber, Long Glass Fiber, Mineral, Impact Modifier Polycarbonate + Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene PC/PC-ABS PC is generally a clear engineering plastic with good impact and strength. It is often used for screens and other window-like applications. Because of its good UV resistance, PC can be blended with multiple other resins and used for premium applications (automotive interiors). Chemical Form: Pellet Available As: Raw Material Process Type: Injection Molding Applications: Door panel Seat console IP air vent Industry: Automotive Grades: PC/ABS, PC/PBT, Other Blends, Glass Fiber, Impact Modifier, Paintable, Plate-able, UV Stable Polyacetal POM This engineering thermoplastic features high stability, high stiffness and low friction. POM is often used in small parts, where precision is very important, and in moving parts to increase their durability. Typical applications include clips and hinges, as well as other small moving systems. POM is ideally suited for gears. Chemical Form: Pellet Available As: Raw Material Process Type: Injection Molding Applications: Door lock components Power window components Clips Industry: Automotive Grades: Glass Fiber, Long Glass Fiber, Mineral, Impact Modifier Polypropylene PP This versatile thermoplastic is used in multiple applications and markets. Popular for its good strength, low density and chemical resistance, it is an economical choice for use as an engineering polymer. Multiple additives, fillers and fibers are available to help match this material to many uses. Chemical Form: Pellet Available As: Raw Material Process Type: Injection Molding Applications: Interior panel Door trim Front-end module Seat back Seat pan Engine cover Liftgate Bumper beam Door module holding the window and speakers Rigid load floor Battery tank Trunk lining Industry: Automotive Grades: Neat Resin, Compound, Glass filled, LFT Polyphenylene Sulfide PPS Engineered resin for withstanding high heat and pressure. Chemical Form: Pellet Available As: Raw Material Process Type: Injection Molding Applications: Under-the-hood components Coil overpack Industry: Automotive Grades: Various Polyurethane PU Rigid foam. Chemical Form: Pellet Available As: Raw Material Process Type: Injection Molding Applications: Foam seating Engine cover Foam sunroof liner Industry: Automotive Grades: Various PU components & grades Thermoplastic Polyolefin TPO A blend of plastic, elastomer and a filler that helps extend the properties of regular resin. Good strength, wear and UV resistance make this ideal for harsh outdoor applications. Commonly used in the automotive industry for interior and exterior parts due to its long life. Chemical Form: Pellet Available As: Raw Material Process Type: Injection Molding Applications: Interior panels Bumper Fender Industry: Automotive Grades: Glass Fiber, Long Glass Fiber, Mineral, Impact Modifier, Chemical Foaming Agents, UV Stable Thermoplastic Elastomers TPE/TPV Fake-leather type of material. Chemical Form: Pellet Available As: Raw Material Process Type: Injection Molding Applications: Soft-touch interior Dashboard Seals on the outer part of the window that keep water from coming in Industry: Automotive Grades: Various Ready to get started? For more information about our products and custom solutions, or to obtain a quote, please call or fill out our form. Contact Us 10 Bank Street, Suite 1010 White Plains, NY 10606 +1-914-287-6800 Copyright © 2021 | Mitsui Plastics, Inc. Privacy PolicyTerms of UseSite MapSite by Straight North