Long fiber reinforced thermoplastics with metal-like performance at a fraction of the weight Get fast facts on these strong, lightweight alternatives to metal Get fast facts on these strong, lightweight alternatives to metal

Get fast facts on these strong, lightweight alternatives to metal Composite solutions for lightweighting, reinforcing, and replacing metal in automotive applications Get fast facts on these strong, lightweight alternatives to metal

OnColor™ Brilliant Metallics - Product Bulletin (English) Metal Replacement: OnForce™ Replace metal with engineered polymers that enhance product design and functionality

As an alternative to metal and metal inserts, high-density plastic materials with customizable specific gravity, which can range from 1 .5 to 11, can be used for weighting and balancing . Common regulations • REACH SVHC, RoHS 3 (EU 2015/863), CA Prop 65, Heavy Metals (CONEG, 94/62/EC) and Conflict Minerals • Substances of Concern (could include phthalates, latex, PVC, BPA, halogens, PAH, flame retardants) Other market-specific regulations • Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 (CPSIA) - Lead and phthalate limits for products designed for children • Chemicals of High Concern for Children (CHCC) - Several US states (OR, WA, VT, ME, MN) have lists of chemicals of concern for products designed for children • Global Automotive Declarable Substance List (GADSL) - Specifically for automotive applications • End of Life Vehicles (ELV) Directive, 2000/53/EC - Restrictions on certain heavy metals for .

The toy safety directive and extractable heavy metals in children’s toys

What if a polymer could give you the look of metallic paint without the hassle and performance drawbacks?  Smartbatch™ FX concentrates help manufacturers achieve the look of metallic finishes without the issues associated with painting or plating.

Design flexibility that you can’t find with metal stiffeners, components. Good impact in structural and metal replacement applications

High density polymer-metal composites are an ideal alternative to lead and other traditional metals

Colors do not contain heavy metals Metal-free formulations to boost color consistency and increase speed to market

Lighter and thinner than metal, our yarns help you conserve valuable space and enjoy greater design flexibility. Plastic, wood, or metal reels are also available.