PCTA — Copolyester
PCTA is a transparent copolyester with high clarity, good impact resistance and good chemical resistance.
What is PCTA?
PCTA is a transparent copolyester with high clarity, good impact resistance and good chemical resistance.
Typical properties
| Density | ~1.20–1.27 g/cm³ |
| Tensile strength | ~40–60 MPa |
| Transparency and toughness | good |
Typical applications
Cosmetics packagingMedical productsTransparent housingsHousewares
Industries
PackagingMedical technologyCosmeticsConsumer goodsHousewares
Processing
Injection moulding, extrusion and blow moulding. Suited to premium transparent applications.
How NSB supplies PCTA
NSB Polymers trades PCTA in Prime, Near-Prime, Wide-Spec, Off-Grade and Stocklot qualities — sourced from 50+ producers and 200+ trading partners worldwide. Available lots change weekly.
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Browse the Knowledge Hub 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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