cyclic olefin copolymer
polymerCyclic olefin copolymer (COC) is a thermoplastic polymer synthesized from cyclic olefin monomers and ethylene, offering exceptional optical clarity combined with low moisture absorption and high dimensional stability. It is widely used in precision optics, diagnostics, and packaging where transparency, chemical resistance, and minimal outgassing are critical; engineers select COC over standard polystyrene or polycarbonate when superior clarity is needed without the brittleness concerns, or over acrylic when chemical durability and lower water uptake are priorities.
medical diagnostic devices and microfluidicsprecision optics and lensespharmaceutical and food packaginglaboratory and analytical instrumentationoptical films and coatingsmicroplate and cuvette applications
Compliance & Regulations
?UL 94?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
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Regulatory Screening
Environmental
Safety & Biocompatibility
RoHS, REACH, and Prop 65 statuses are validated against official substance lists (ECHA SVHC Candidate List, OEHHA Prop 65, RoHS Annex II). Other regulations are estimated from composition and material classification. All screening is a starting point for due diligence — always verify with your supplier before making compliance decisions.