SABIC, a global leader in the chemical industry, introduced LNP ELCRES SLX1271SR resin, a new addition to its weatherable LNP SLX copolymer portfolio. This specialty material features enhanced scratch and mar resistance and a high-gloss surface finish to provide the automotive industry with a new molded-in color solution for exterior components.

LNP ELCRES SLX1271SR resin also delivers exceptional weatherability, continuous UV stability and good mechanical performance. By adopting this new solution, customers can leverage the environmental and potential system cost advantages of paint elimination while maintaining the attractive appearance of exterior parts over time.

This novel resin is a 2024 Edison Best New Product Awards finalist in the Advanced Materials category. The Edison Awards honor global innovation excellence.

“Our latest technological breakthrough increases the appeal of paint-free thermoplastics by resolving the downsides of traditional materials, such as scratch resistance issues,” said Jenny Wang, Director, Formulation & Application, APAC, Specialties, SABIC. “Innovations such as our intrinsic UV absorption layer help this new resin maintain its gloss and mechanical performance over the life of the vehicle. New LNP ELCRES SLX1271SR resin demonstrates our technical team’s ability to develop creative solutions to our customers’ toughest challenges.”