ABS — Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene
ABS is an impact-resistant standard plastic with good surface quality, good processability and a balanced property profile.
What is ABS?
ABS is an impact-resistant standard plastic with good surface quality, good processability and a balanced property profile.
Typical properties
| Density | ~1.03–1.07 g/cm³ |
| Tensile strength | ~35–55 MPa |
| Impact resistance | good |
| Paintability | good |
Typical applications
HousingsPanelsAutomotive interiorHousehold appliancesToysTechnical parts
Industries
AutomotiveElectrical appliancesHousewaresToysConsumer goods
Processing
Injection moulding, extrusion and thermoforming. Drying improves surface and process reliability.
How NSB supplies ABS
NSB Polymers trades ABS in Prime, Near-Prime, Wide-Spec, Off-Grade and Stocklot qualities — sourced from 50+ producers and 200+ trading partners worldwide. Available lots change weekly.
Related materials
Typical guide values only. Actual density, tensile strength, MFI, heat deflection and processing behaviour vary by producer, additive package, reinforcement content, moisture, colour, recycled content and quality level (Prime, Near-Prime, Wide-Spec, Off-Grade, Stocklot). These values are not a specification and no guarantee of suitability for a specific application — binding are only written offers and agreed specifications. See our Note on product information.
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