Specialty polymers area class of polymersthat exhibit specialized properties. These properties differentiate them from conventional polymers.Specialty polymersare employed ina wide range of applications. Specialty polymers are classified under specialty chemicals. These polymers are usually manufactured in small quantities and are priced at premium. Specialty polymers can be classified into thermoplastic polymers, biodegradable polymers, polymer composites, liquid crystal polymers, electroluminescent polymers, and conducting polymers. Specialty polymers are used in various industries such as automotive, electronics, cosmetics, medical, and construction.These polymers, especially thermoplastic polymers, are good insulators, and offer high heat resistance and flame resistance properties.Thus, they are used inthe manufacture of various electrical components such as sockets and switches. Thermoplastic specialty polymers can also be usedto manufacture bullet-proof glass. Biodegradable polymers are used widely in medical and agriculture fields.These polymers can be used in the manufacture of films, blow molded bottles, and as coatings on paper. Biodegradable specialty polymers are useful for controlled drug delivery in the medical industry, as these are biocompatible and biodegradable.Thus, specialty polymers exhibit various properties.This makes specialty polymers suitable for usage in a wide range of end-user industries.
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