SABIC, a global leader in the chemical industry, has expanded its portfolio of exceptionally chemically resistant LNP CRX polycarbonate (PC) copolymer resins with four new grades, featuring sustainability, thin-wall flame retardancy (FR), low-temperature ductility and ultraviolet (UV) stability, well-suited for healthcare and consumer electronics applications.

There are two product pairs, each with a bio-based version that can further reduce environmental impacts and help lower carbon footprint. These high-performance materials can help meet customer demands for world-class resistance to chemicals ranging from the harsh disinfectants widely used in healthcare applications to sunscreen and hand creams that often come in contact with consumer electronics devices. The new LNP CRX grades also offer the potential to enhance regulatory compliance and design flexibility.

“SABIC is continuously improving our material families to deliver greater value to our customers, and our new LNP CRX products are excellent examples of this,” said Joshua Chiaw, Director, Business Management, LNP & NORYL, Specialties, SABIC. “These advanced technologies provide sustainability enhancements, including the incorporation of non-brominated/non-chlorinated flame retardants. They also comply with thin-wall flame retardant ratings, offering the potential to reduce part thickness and raw material usage.”

All of these products support the European Union’s Directive 2019/2021 under Point D, Annex II of the Ecodesign Regulations for Electronic Displays.