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How Chemical-Resistant Plastics Transformed Industrial Reliability
To resolve the issue, the facility switched to Chemical Resistant Plastics, such as PTFE, PVDF, PEEK, UHMWPE, and polypropylene copolymers. These materials offer exceptional resistance to corrosive chemicals, high temperatures, and mechanical wear, while maintaining dimensional stability and long service life. PTFE and PVDF were selected for strong acid and solvent lines, PEEK for high-temperature pump housings, and UHMWPE for abrasive slurry applications. After retrofitting the system with the appropriate materials, the plant reduced leak incidents by 80%, lowered maintenance costs, eliminated chemical-induced stress cracking, and significantly improved worker safety. Chemical resistant plastics are now standard in chemical processing, pharmaceuticals, semiconductor wet benches, wastewater treatment, and food processing equipment.
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Core market data:
Global market size: USD 42.5 billion
CAGR (2024-2030): 5.9%
Average price: USD 2,200 per ton
Annual production: 18.9 million tons
Gross margin: 26%
Production capacity: 22.4 million tons
List of Main players:
Solvay (Belgium)
Arkema (France)
Daikin (Japan)
Chemours (USA)
BASF (Germany)
Evonik (Germany)
SABIC (Saudi Arabia)
LyondellBasell (Netherlands)
Borealis (Austria)
Mitsubishi Chemical (Japan)
Mitsui Chemicals (Japan)
Sumitomo Chemical (Japan)
Toray Industries (Japan)
Kuraray (Japan)
LG Chem (South Korea)
Hanwha (South Korea)
Celanese (USA)
Ensinger (Germany)
Röchling Industrial (Germany)
AGC Chemicals (Japan)
Dongyue Group (China)
Eastman Chemical (USA)
Trinseo (USA)
Avient (USA)
1. By Polymer Type
PTFE
PVDF
PEEK
PPS
UHMWPE
PP
ETFE
2. By Barrier
High Barrier
Moderate Barrier
Low Barrier
3. By Resistance Performance
Strong Acid-Resistant
Strong Alkali-Resistant
Solvent-Resistant
Oxidation-Resistant
4. By Application
Pharmaceutical
Oil & Gas
Food & Beverage
Automotive
Metallurgy
Pulp & Paper
Construction
Case study for bidding
Time: October 2023
Supplier: Solvay S.A.
Buyer: Dow Chemical
Product: PEEK & PVDF Chemical-Resistant Plastics (Sheet + Injection-Grade Pellets)
Quantity: 18,000 tons
Contract Value: USD 44 million
Delivery Timeline: September 2024
Detailed Application Scenario
Dow Chemical used Solvay's PEEK and PVDF materials to build corrosion-resistant components in chlor-alkali plants and high-purity chemical distribution systems. PEEK was selected for pump housings, valve seats, and high-temperature fittings due to its exceptional creep resistance and dimensional stability under strong oxidizers. PVDF, known for its excellent resistance to acids and halogens, was used in lining sheets, pipes, and tank components.
Both materials maintained performance under continuous exposure to HCl, NaOH, Cl2, and mixed solvents. Their smooth, inert surfaces minimized contamination and bacterial growth, improving process purity. The high mechanical strength reduced maintenance downtime and extended component service life compared to metals and lower-grade plastics.
Dow selected these chemical-resistant plastics for their thermal durability, broad chemical compatibility, and long-term cost efficiency, replacing corrosion-prone metal alloys and improving reliability across its chemical handling systems.
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