PC 2458 is a medical-grade polycarbonate material manufactured by Bayer (now Covestro) of Germany. It is specifically designed for medical devices and food contact applications.

Features:

Biocompatibility and Safety: Complies with ISO 10993 biocompatibility standards and is FDA food-grade certified. It is non-toxic and harmless, safe for contact with human tissue or food, and suitable for products such as infusion tubes, syringes, and food containers.

High Flowability and Easy Processing: allowing for easy filling of complex molds and the production of finely detailed parts, while also reducing processing energy consumption and mold wear.

Excellent Mechanical Properties: It can withstand accidental impacts without easily breaking, making it suitable for durable medical devices and containers.

Heat Resistance and Stability: Suitable for high-temperature sterilization and long-term use.

Application:
Medical devices have extremely demanding performance requirements for materials, and PC 2458 performs particularly well in the following sub-fields:
Casings for various medical probes and testing equipment, requiring precise molding and rapid demolding
Components in medical respirators and infusion devices, requiring good chemical and heat resistance

Food packaging: FDA food-grade certified, suitable for beverage bottles, food containers, etc.
Electronics and electrical appliances: Used in the manufacture of connectors, relay housings, etc., relying on its high strength and flame retardancy.
Industrial safety and optics: Applied in riot shields, LED lampshades, etc., combining high impact resistance and transparency.