Styrene-acrylonitrile (SAN) is an amorphous thermoplastic that combines the mechanical properties of styrene with the improved chemical and thermal resistance of acrylonitrile. Transparent and glossy, SAN is commonly used for visually appealing products exposed to daily use.Styrene-acrylonitrile (SAN) is an amorphous thermoplastic that combines the mechanical properties of styrene with the improved chemical and thermal resistance of acrylonitrile. Transparent and glossy, SAN is commonly used for visually appealing products exposed to daily use.
• Household goods: Storage containers, bowls, handles, dryer covers, and transparent parts needing gloss and detergent resistance.
• Bathroom products: Shower components, toothbrushes, soap dishes, and furniture accents.
• Kitchenware: Measuring cups, spice jars, coffee carafes, blender parts.
• Packaging: Transparent containers and cosmetic lids with visual appeal.
• Electronics: Decorative and housing parts without high impact demands.
• High clarity and gloss: Offers excellent visual appearance, suitable for aesthetic applications.
• Improved chemical resistance: More resistant to cleaners, oils, and alcohols than plain PS.
• Better thermal resistance: Operates up to ~100 °C—higher than standard PS.
• Dimensional stability: Low thermal expansion enables precision molding.
• Easy processing: Suitable for injection molding, extrusion, and blow molding.
• Brittleness: Less impact
• resistant than modified plastics like ABS.
• UV sensitivity: Yellows and becomes brittle over time without UV stabilizers.
• Limited heat resistance: Properties degrade above 100 °C.