Can reduce weight without appearance defects, SABIC launched special PP foaming compound for automotive interior parts

Saudi Basic Industries Corporation (SABIC) has launched a dedicated portfolio of PP compounds for foam injection molding (FI.

Previously, foam injection molding was mainly used for those "invisible" (not easy to see) automotive parts due to the appearance of surface defects such as silver streaks, swirl lines and dents, which limited its application in automobil.

According to SABIC, the new PP compound achieves a homogeneous high-quality surface quality similar to that of solid injection molded parts, while offering significant weight savings over solid injection molded parts, helping to reduce carbon emissio.

Inner tailgate trim trim with foam injection molding of SABIC PPc F9005 grade

To enhance aesthetics, these grades are currently available in selected vehicle interior colors, as well as custom colo.

Back of inner tailgate trim

This new SABIC PP compound provides a low gloss textured (granular) surface with uniform high quality when foam injection molding, eliminating streaks and swir.

On the other hand, the weight reduction effect of SABIC PP compounds varies depending on the type of foam injection molding process technolo.

SABIC's PP compounds have high flow properties to reduce sink marks and up to 30% weight loss

Both SABIC PPc 9005 and PPc 9015 grades are formulated for foam injection molding and offer moderate stiffness and impact resistan.

In addition, the compound is particularly suitable for use with chemical blowing agents for common foaming process nee.

To advance the development of polymer foaming processes, SABIC has established a Foaming Innovation Cent.