Envalior | PA6, PA66, PBT, PBT/PET

Providing decades of experience and expertise in advanced engineering polymers, including PA6, PA66 and PBT solutions for demanding applications.

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Advanced engineering materials driving lightweighting, electrification, and sustainable innovation across next-generation applications

Omya Performance Polymer Distribution partners with Envalior to provide customers across Europe with access to a portfolio of high-performance engineering materials. Formed through the combination of DSM Engineering Materials and LANXESS High Performance Materials, Envalior brings together decades of expertise in developing advanced polymer solutions for demanding applications.

 

Through Omya Performance Polymer Distribution, customers benefit from specialist technical support, application-driven material selection guidance, and reliable regional logistics. Working closely with Envalior technical teams, we help manufacturers optimize component performance, reduce weight, improve sustainability, and accelerate product development.

 

The Envalior portfolio of high-performance engineering materials includes polyamide 6 (PA6), polyamide 66 (PA66) and polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) solutions for a wide range of industries including automotive and mobility, electrical and electronics, consumer goods, industrial equipment, healthcare, building and construction, wire and cable, and renewable energy.

 

Envalior materials are available through Omya Performance Polymer Distribution across Malaysia, Indonesia and Singapore, supported by local technical and commercial expertise.

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Why source Envalior materials through Omya Performance Polymer Distribution?

Envalior advanced engineering materials are designed to solve complex design challenges, from lightweighting and metal replacement to electrification, dimensional stability, chemical resistance and high-temperature performance. Omya Performance Polymer Distribution helps customers navigate this extensive portfolio by providing expert guidance on material selection, application development and processing. Working in close collaboration with Envalior technical specialists, we help manufacturers develop innovative, high-performance solutions that meet the demands of today's rapidly evolving markets.

Envalior high-performance polymer portfolio available through Omya Performance Polymer Distribution

Akulon® polyamide 6 and 66 (PA6, PA66)

Akulon® encompasses a broad range of PA6 and PA66 high-performance polymers designed to deliver strength, toughness, wear resistance, chemical resistance and processing efficiency. Available in reinforced and unreinforced grades, Akulon® materials support automotive, electrical and electronics, industrial, consumer, packaging, medical and food-contact applications where reliable engineering performance is required.

Durethan® polyamide 6 and 66 (PA6, PA66)

Durethan® is a versatile family of PA6 and PA66 high-performance polymers developed for applications requiring high mechanical strength, thermal stability, dimensional accuracy and durability. Its broad performance range supports automotive, electrical and electronics, industrial, consumer and structural applications where long-term reliability, flame-retardant performance, heat ageing resistance or metal replacement may be required.

Pocan® polybutylene terephthalate (PBT)

Pocan® PBT materials combine dimensional stability, mechanical performance, electrical properties and flame-retardant options for demanding electrical and electronics, automotive, appliance and industrial applications. The portfolio includes reinforced, flame-retardant, hydrolysis-resistant, laser-transparent and high-flow solutions for precision components, connectors, housings and applications requiring low moisture absorption and reliable long-term performance.

Arnite® polybutylene terephthalate/PET-based solutions and blends (PBT/PET)

Arnite® materials complement the PBT portfolio with PBT/PET-based solutions and blends designed for applications requiring surface quality, mechanical performance, dimensional control and elevated service-temperature performance. These materials are used where design flexibility, aesthetics and engineering reliability are important across automotive, electrical, appliance and consumer applications.

Amited® polybutylene terephthalate (PBT)

Amited® PBT further strengthens the Envalior portfolio available in Indonesia, supporting customers with high-performance PBT materials for applications requiring dimensional stability, heat and chemical resistance, electrical insulation and dependable processing performance.

        Envalior materials support demanding applications across multiple industries:

        • Automotive and mobility
          Electric vehicle battery systems, charging infrastructure, thermal management components, air management systems, powertrain applications, structural lightweight parts, automotive connectors, sensor housings, lighting components and metal replacement solutions where high mechanical performance, thermal stability, dimensional accuracy and weight reduction are critical.
        • Electrical, electronics and electrification
          Electrical connectors, high-voltage components, battery management systems, charging systems, relays, switches, control units, sensors, electronic housings and power distribution components where electrical insulation, flame-retardant performance, thermal stability, dimensional accuracy and low moisture absorption are essential.
        • Wire and cable
          Fibre optic cable systems, charging cables, robotics cables, industrial wiring, telecommunications infrastructure, and renewable energy installations where flexibility, durability, abrasion resistance, and long-term environmental performance are required.
        • Industrial
          Industrial machinery, automation systems, robotics components, pumps, valves, fluid handling systems, precision engineering parts, and structural components where wear resistance, dimensional accuracy, mechanical strength, and long-term reliability are paramount.
        • Consumer goods and appliances
          Power tools, household appliances, sports and leisure equipment, wearable devices, consumer electronics, personal care products, precision housings and premium consumer goods requiring durability, design flexibility, surface quality, reliable processing and high-performance engineering materials.
        • Medical and healthcare
          Medical devices, drug delivery systems, diagnostic equipment, laboratory instruments, healthcare housings, food-contact applications and precision components where dimensional stability, chemical resistance, reliability and regulatory compliance are essential.
        • Building and construction
          Electrical infrastructure, cable management systems, fluid handling equipment, HVAC components, structural fittings, building services equipment, and construction products requiring durability, weather resistance, and long service life.
        • Renewable energy
          Solar connectors, battery energy storage systems, EV charging infrastructure, wind energy components, electrical power management systems and renewable energy installations where durability, environmental resistance, electrical performance and long-term reliability are critical.

        Why work with Omya Performance Polymer Distribution?

        Through Omya Performance Polymer Distribution, customers benefit from:

        • Reliable regional supply and logistics network
        • Local technical and application support
        • Material selection and grade optimisation
        • Processing expertise and troubleshooting
        • Deep experience across styrenics and engineering polymer technologies
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        Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

        Envalior offers a broad portfolio of high-performance engineering materials designed for demanding applications across automotive, electrical and electronics, industrial, consumer goods, healthcare, renewable energy, and infrastructure markets. Through Omya Performance Polymer Distribution, customers have access to leading Envalior brands including Akulon®, Durethan®, Pocan®, Arnite®, and Amited®, covering polyamide 6 (PA6), polyamide 66 (PA66), polybutylene terephthalate (PBT), and specialty engineering material solutions.

        Envalior materials are widely used across automotive and mobility, electrical and electronics, electrification, wire and cable, industrial equipment, consumer goods, appliances, medical and healthcare, building and construction, and renewable energy applications. Their material portfolio helps manufacturers achieve lightweighting, durability, thermal performance, electrical safety, sustainability, and long-term reliability objectives.

        Akulon® and Durethan® are Envalior's leading polyamide families. Akulon® includes a broad range of PA6 and PA66 materials known for their toughness, wear resistance, processing performance, and sustainability options. Durethan® offers a wide portfolio of PA6 and PA66 compounds engineered for demanding applications requiring high mechanical strength, heat resistance, flame-retardant performance, dimensional stability, and long-term durability.

        Pocan® polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) compounds combine excellent dimensional stability, electrical insulation properties, chemical resistance, low moisture absorption, and flame-retardant performance. These characteristics make Pocan® materials ideal for electrical connectors, switches, relays, charging infrastructure, electronic housings, appliance components, and automotive electrical systems where reliability and precision are essential.

        Arnite® includes advanced PBT- and PET-based engineering materials and blends developed for applications requiring excellent surface quality, dimensional accuracy, mechanical performance, and design flexibility. Arnite® materials are commonly used in automotive, electrical and electronics, industrial, consumer goods, and appliance applications where aesthetics and performance are equally important.

        Several Envalior material families are widely specified for EV and electrification applications. Akulon® and Durethan® are commonly used in battery systems, thermal management, structural components, charging infrastructure, and high-voltage connectors. Pocan®, Arnite®, and Amited® PBT materials are frequently selected for electrical connectors, relays, sensors, switches, battery management systems, and electronic housings requiring excellent electrical performance and dimensional stability.

        Yes. Many Envalior engineering materials are specifically designed to support metal replacement strategies by reducing component weight, simplifying manufacturing, improving corrosion resistance, and enabling greater design freedom. Akulon® and Durethan® are widely used in structural and under-the-bonnet applications, while Pocan®, Arnite®, and Amited® support precision electrical and electronic components requiring dimensional stability and long-term performance

        Yes. Sustainability is a core focus across the Envalior portfolio. Solutions include recycled-content materials, mass-balanced products, bio-based alternatives, and circular material initiatives such as Akulon® RePurposed, Durethan® ECO, Durethan® BLUE, Pocan® ECO, and other sustainable engineering material solutions designed to help manufacturers reduce product carbon footprints while maintaining high performance.

        Omya Performance Polymer Distribution works closely with Envalior to help customers identify the optimal material solution for their application. Customers benefit from technical consultation, material selection guidance, application development support, processing expertise, troubleshooting assistance, and access to reliable regional logistics and supply chain support across Malaysia, Indonesia, and Singapore.

        Envalior materials are available through Omya Performance Polymer Distribution across Malaysia, Indonesia, and Singapore, supported by local commercial, technical, and supply chain expertise to help customers accelerate development and successfully commercialize new applications.

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