Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)

Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) is a versatile engineering-grade thermoplastic known for its excellent impact resistance, dimensional stability, and ease of processing. It is a terpolymer made from acrylonitrile, butadiene, and styrene, each contributing unique characteristics: strength and chemical resistance (from acrylonitrile), toughness and impact strength (from butadiene), and gloss and rigidity (from styrene).

Key Specifications:

• Form: Pellets / Granules / Sheets

• Density: ~1.04 g/cm³

• Tensile Strength: ~40–50 MPa

• Heat Deflection Temperature: ~85–100°C

• Impact Resistance: High

• Grades: Injection molding, extrusion, flame-retardant, electroplating grade

Benefits:

• ✅ Strong & Impact-Resistant

• ✅ Good Surface Finish (Glossy)

• ✅ Excellent Machinability and Moldability

• ✅ Stable Dimensions with Low Warping

• ✅ Good Electrical Insulation Properties

• ✅ Cost-Effective and Recyclable

Applications:

• Automotive Industry
  Used in dashboards, panels, grilles, and interior trim components due to its toughness and design flexibility.

• Consumer Electronics
  Ideal for TV casings, remote controls, printers, and computer housings.

• Home Appliances
  Common in refrigerator liners, vacuum cleaner housings, and microwave parts.

• Toys & Recreational Products
  Famously used in LEGO bricks, as well as various sporting goods and protective gear.

• 3D Printing (FDM/FFF)
  Popular for prototyping and product development due to ease of printing and post-processing.

Logistics & Trade Terms:

• Packaging: 25 kg bags

• Origin: South Korea, Taiwan, China, Europe

• Available Brands: LG Chem, Chi Mei, SABIC, INEOS Styrolution

• Ports: Busan, Shanghai, Rotterdam, Bandar Abbas

• Certifications: RoHS, REACH, UL-94 (for flame-retardant grades)

• Trade Terms: EXW, FOB, CFR, CIF available

ABS is a widely used industrial plastic offering a perfect balance between strength, aesthetics, and cost. Its versatility makes it a material of choice across sectors like automotive, electronics, appliances, and prototyping, proving its reliability in both mass production and custom design.