Plastics from DuPont
DuPont offers the Plastics Industry a unique combination of material science, world class production, innovative design and hands-on industry support.
We drive market innovations through our strong heritage in polymer science, and are dedicated to solving real customer problems.
Today you need more from your suppliers than just materials. You need a resource that can carry a project from concept to commercialization. DuPont can be that partner. We offer you properties and benefits that are important to giving your products that extra competitive edge.
FEATURED
Innovation in Plastics, Polymers & Resins
For a comprehensive range of engineering polymers and resources to help you meet needs for rugged, economical components and products. DuPont engineering polymers have proven their value for a wide range of industrial and consumer applications in automotive, electrical, electronics, appliances, sporting goods and other fields.
INFORMATION & IDEAS
INFORMATION & IDEAS
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A Catalyst for Transformation
Read the DuPont Sustainable Solutions brochure on using real-world expertise in consulting services and technology licensing to help transform businesses -
The DSS Consulting Philosophy
Read about the DuPont Sustainable Solutions (DSS) consulting philosophy and learn more about transformational business solutions informed by years of practical experience. -
Triexta, Generic in Name Only
Specific performance benefits, including stain resistance, are so unique to DuPont™ Sorona®, the U.S. FTC gave the generic name triexta to homo fibers made from PTT, the Sorona® renewably sourced polymer. -
A Strong Legacy in Fiber Technology
Since the early 1900's, DuPont has been a world leader in polymer and fiber technology. DuPont™ Sorona® renewably sourced fiber is the latest innovation that delivers environmental benefits without sacrificing performance. -
Better Safety Monitoring
Download the DuPont Sustainable Solutions (DSS) market study and research paper to learn more about safety monitoring and workplace safety incidents in Europe. -
Contractor Safety Management Consulting
Read the DuPont Sustainable Solutions (DSS) brochure for information on the dynamics of successful owner/contractor engagements. -
Safety Culture in Capital Projects
Read a DuPont Sustainable Solutions (DSS) paper that describes the four stages of culture strength: reactive, dependent, independent, and interdependent. -
NESC® C2 Overview
NESC® C2 sets best practices and rules to protect utility workers in the construction, maintenance, and operation of electric supply and communication lines and equipment. -
Comfort & Heat Stress
For maximum protection against fires, the body must be covered as completely as possible with flame-resistant protective clothing. This requires long pants and long sleeves, making for hot work in warm and humid climates. Understandably, industrial workers may be concerned about potential heat stress when wearing protective apparel. Learn more about the factors that can lead to heat stress, and how DuPont brands can help offer comfort and protection in protective garments.
CASE STUDIES
CASE STUDIES
Borealis AG Case Study
Read the DuPont Sustainable Solutions (DSS) case study to learn more about improving subsidiary safety performance at Borealis AG.
DUPONT BRANDS
DUPONT BRANDS
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Rynite® PET Polyester Resin
DuPont™ Rynite® PET polyester resins combine stiffness, temperature performance, dimensional stability, and a high gloss finish in glass reinforced resins, to produce high-performance parts that can be molded conventionally. -
Hytrel® TPC-ET Thermoplastic Elastomer
DuPont™ Hytrel® TPC-ET thermoplastic elastomer offers the flexibility of rubbers, the strength of plastics, and the processability of thermoplastics. making Hytrel® a material of choice for parts required to bend, twist, or compress. -
Zytel® Resins
Zytel® nylon resin is the most versatile of plastics - easy to process, easy to modify, and environmentally responsible in production and in reuse. It's tough, light and surprisingly resilient in hot, chemically aggressive and humid environments. DuPont™ Zytel® HTN high-performance polyamide bridges the performance gap between conventional engineering resins and high-end specialty polymers. -
Delrin® Acetal Resin
Engineers choose DuPont™ Delrin® acetal resins when a component has to be strong and perform reliably – especially in gears and critical moving parts. -
Sorona® Renewably Sourced™ Fiber and Polymer
DuPont™ Sorona® renewably sourced™ fibers and polymers are a breakthrough solution for automotive carpeting, fabric, and plastic parts. Made in part from annually renewable plant-based ingredients, Sorona® fiber offers a unique set of features, such as softness and stain resistance. -
Crastin® PBT Thermoplastic Polyester Resin
DuPont™ Crastin® PBT thermoplastic polyester resins deliver superior electrical insulation performance, plus heat resistance and physical toughness – an ideal combination for numerous applications. -
Vamac® Ethylene Acrylic Elastomers
DuPont™ Vamac® ethylene acrylic elastomer products thrive in harsh environments, performing in turbocharger hoses, oil cooler hoses, seals and gaskets. Vamac® elastomers can be fashioned into cured compounds with superb low-temperature resistance, high-temperature durability, and resistance to auto fluids, such as transmission fluid and engine oils.
USES AND APPLICATIONS
USES AND APPLICATIONS
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Sorona® for Automotive Carpet
When the design objective is durable, beautiful, fast-drying, stain-resistant automotive carpet, the more sustainable alternative to petroleum-based products is DuPont™ Sorona®. High-performance Sorona® fiber contains 37% renewably-sourced, plant-based content by weight and consumes less non-renewable energy during manufacture than nylon 6. -
Sorona® for Automotive Fabric
DuPont™ Sorona® has stain resistance engineered directly into the fiber so automotive fabric resists staining for the life of the textile. Durable, quick-drying, easy-to-clean, high-performance Sorona® also contains 37% renewably-sourced material by weight.
