Here’s a list of the plastic materials the manufacturers utilize to make car parts.

1. Polypropylene (PP)

Polypropylene, a polymer of propylene, is one of the common materials used in making car parts. Due to its resistance to chemicals, UV, and water, it is widely used in making car’s external components such as bumpers. In addition, it is used for cable insulation.

2. Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)

PVC makes about 16% of the car’s plastic components. Being flexible and heat resistant, auto parts manufacturers use it to make both hard and soft parts, including interior panels, and dashboard components.

3. Polyurethane (PU)

Products that require a high degree of flexibility, such as foam seats, frequently make use of Polyurethane. Car seats are one example. PU is also used for making seals and gaskets, insulation panels, and suspension bushings in automobiles.

4. Polycarbonate

Polycarbonate is a rigid, hard, and durable material. Due to its resistance to heat and weather conditions, it is an excellent choice for making car bumpers.

5. Polyamide (Nylon)

Polyamide or Nylon being wear-resistant in nature is used to design bushes and bearings.

6. Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS)

ABS, as its names suggest, it’s a polymer of acrylonitrile and styrene. It is hard and shiny, which is why its normal applications include dashboards and wheel covers.

7. Polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) / Acrylic)

Acrylic is transparent plastic with high strength, optical clarity, and stiffness. It is used as a substitute for glass and in making headlight covers and screens.

8. Polyethylene

Polyethylene is strong, lightweight, and resistant to impact. It’s extremely helpful in case moisture resistance and low cost are the main priorities.