PA11
polymerPA11 is a semi-crystalline polyamide (nylon) derived from renewable castor oil feedstock, offering a sustainable alternative to petroleum-based polyamides while maintaining good mechanical properties and chemical resistance. It is widely used in automotive fuel systems, flexible tubing, cable jacketing, and consumer goods where its combination of toughness, flexibility, and environmental profile provides advantages over PA6 and PA66. Engineers select PA11 when weight reduction, chemical compatibility with fuels and oils, low-temperature flexibility, and a reduced carbon footprint are priorities, despite typically lower stiffness compared to glass-filled alternatives.
automotive fuel lines and tanksflexible tubing and hosescable and wire insulationconsumer electronics enclosuresoil and chemical-resistant sealsbio-sourced polymer applications
Compliance & Regulations
?UL 94?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Elongation at Break(εf) | — | - | — | — | |
Ultimate Tensile Strength(σUTS) | — | ksi | — | — | |
Young's Modulus(E) | — | ksi | — | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Glass Transition Temperature(Tg) | — | °F | — | — | |
Melting Point / Solidus(Tm) | — | °F | — | — | |
Maximum Service Temperature(Tmax) | — | °F | — | — |
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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.