——再生液晶聚合物应用、等级、性能与颜色全参考（含2026-09-11报价单样本数据及I/II/III型双口径说明）
1 概述
1.1 什么是再生LCP
LCP 即液晶聚合物（Liquid Crystal Polymer），工业上主流为热致液晶 TLC（Thermotropic LCP），化学上以全芳香族聚酯（或聚酯酰胺）为主，由对羟基苯甲酸（HBA）、对苯二甲酸（TA）、对苯二酚（HQ）、羟基萘甲酸（HNA）等刚性芳香单体经熔融缩聚制得。其分子主链由苯环、萘环等刚性芳香单元通过酯键线性连接，呈刚性棒状（rigid rod-like）构型；熔融剪切时分子链沿流动方向自发取向，形成向列相有序结构，冷却后保留微纤形态，无需外加玻纤即获得类似纤维增强的自增强效果，故工业上又称“自增强塑料”。【网络查证】
再生LCP 指对 LCP 制造过程中的注塑水口料/流道料（runner/sprue）及电子厂不良品、边角料进行异物剔除、磁选除铁、破碎、清洗、干燥、挤出再造粒后再利用的料。LCP 精密微型件浇口与流道重量常超过产品本身，废弃率高，水口料/流道料是再生料的主要来源，料源集中于消费电子与汽车电子代工厂及其配套注塑厂。【网络查证/行业惯例】
1.2 核心价值
再生LCP 样本约 2.0 万元/吨，而原生改性粒料现货约 5.6–7.3 万元/吨，再生价约为原生价的 28%–36%。在消费电子精密微型件降本、电子代工厂水口料闭环利用、UL 再生材料含量认证（如宝理 LAPEROS S475 已获 UL 再生材料含量 80% 追加认证）等方向具备经济性与 ESG 价值。需特别注意：SMT 连接器等关键高频/安全件不使用回料，再生料主要用于非关键件与按比例掺混。【行业惯例/网络查证】
1.3 重要区分：I/II/III 型的两套编号体系（命名颠倒，务必注意）
行业存在两套编号相反的分类体系：中文资料与日本厂商普遍按“耐热由高到低”编号（I 型高耐热）；而 ASTM 按 HDT 数值区间编号时 I 型反而是低耐热。即中文/日本口径的 I 型大致对应 ASTM 体系 III 型，日本 III 型对应 ASTM I 型，二者 II 型大致对应。外贸与英文资料中出现“Type I”时必须结合厂商语境判断，不可直接套用本表。【网络查证】
表 1 LCP I/II/III 型分类总表（日本/中文惯用口径，附 ASTM 对照）
| 类型（日本/中文） | ASTM 对照 | HDT（1.8MPa） | Tm / 成型温度 | 化学组成与结构特征 | 代表牌号 | 典型应用 |
|---|
| I型（高耐热） | ASTM III型 | 约300–355℃（>243℃） | Tm约320–350℃；成型380–400℃ | 全芳香主链、高刚性高线性，HBA/HNA或TA/HQ类 | 住友E5008（DTUL335℃）/E4008（DTUL326℃）；塞拉尼斯Vectra E471i/E473i/E480i/S471/S475；宝理LAPEROS C130；上野2000系 | 无铅回流焊SMT连接器、线圈骨架、继电器壳、耐高温汽车件 |
| II型（中耐热/通用） | ASTM II型 | 约240–300℃ | Tm约280–330℃；成型340–380℃ | 芳香酯主链，流动性与耐热平衡 | 住友E6008（DTUL279℃）；塞拉尼斯Vectra A130/E130i（A系列熔点约280℃）；宝理LAPEROS A130/E130i；东丽Siveras LX70G35；上野5030G/6030G | 板对板连接器、SIM卡座、摄像头模组、通用精密电子件 |
| III型（低耐热/高流动） | ASTM I型 | 约180–240℃（<177–200℃） | Tm约250–290℃；成型320–350℃ | 主链引入柔性链段或共聚改性，耐热下降、流动性较好 | 住友SR2506/SR2507/SZ6505HF（DTUL约239–245℃）；Vectra A430；宝理Rodrun LC3000；上野LCP 1000系 | 超薄壁精密连接器、低翘曲件、非SMT耐热要求件 |
牌号提示：住友 E4008（40%GF，DTUL 326℃，成型 380℃）为 I 型高耐热；E6008（40%GF，DTUL 279℃，成型 360℃）为 II 型高流动通用级，二者并不同档，价差与用途不同，不可混用。【网络查证】
2 应用领域与具体产品
按第三方研究口径，电子电气占 LCP 需求约 65% 以上，汽车约 15%。LCP 的核心工程特性为：耐高温（I 型可承受无铅回流焊 260–280℃ 峰值）、高流动（可充填 0.1–0.3 mm 超薄壁）、本征 UL94 V-0、低吸湿（约 0.02%）、低介电损耗；各向异性大、横向翘曲是设计主要约束。【网络查证/行业惯例】
2.1 消费电子（表2）
消费电子是 LCP 及其再生料的主要来源领域，取其超薄壁充填、低介电损耗、耐回流焊与尺寸稳定。
表 2 消费电子领域具体产品与选材特征
| 序号 | 具体产品 | LCP 价值点 / 选材特征 |
|---|
| 1 | 手机板对板连接器 | 0.1–0.3 mm 超薄壁充填，耐无铅回流焊 260–280℃ 峰值，低翘曲、尺寸稳定 |
| 2 | SIM 卡座 | 耐热、低吸湿（约0.02%）、尺寸稳定，长期插拔接触可靠 |
| 3 | 摄像头模组部件 | 高精度微型件、低介电损耗、耐化学、低析气 |
| 4 | LCP 天线模组（LCP-FCCL）/折叠屏 FPC 传输线 | Dk/Df 在 GHz 频段稳定，薄膜厚度<25μm；iPhone 15 系列单机约用 6 条 LCP 天线模组 |
| 5 | UWB / Wi-Fi 6E/7 射频前端 | 低介电常数（低介电牌号可至 3.0）、低损耗（Df 约 0.005@1GHz） |
2.2 汽车电子（表3）
汽车电子方向取其耐 200℃ 以上长期热老化、抗振 20g 以上、RTI 220–240℃。提示：车规件对再生料掺混窗口需按车厂规范确认，IATF 16949 体系下按车规要求验证。
表 3 汽车电子领域具体产品与选材特征
| 序号 | 具体产品 | LCP 价值点 / 选材特征 |
|---|
| 1 | 车速 / 温度传感器 | 耐 200℃ 以上、抗振 20g 以上、尺寸稳定 |
| 2 | 执行器 / 点火件 | 耐焊锡、本征 V-0、低析气、绝缘可靠 |
| 3 | ECU 连接器 | 耐高温、长期热老化、绝缘可靠 |
| 4 | 77GHz 毫米波雷达基材 | Dk/Df 高频稳定、低吸湿、尺寸精度高 |
2.3 5G 通信 + LED（表4）
5G 方向取其 Dk/Df 在 40GHz 以上频段稳定；LED 支架方向取其本征 V-0 与耐焊锡。LCP 薄膜需求中天线应用约占 57%（2025），5G 毫米波天线模组 72% 以上依赖 LCP 薄膜。
表 4 5G 通信与 LED 领域具体产品与选材特征
| 序号 | 具体产品 | LCP 价值点 / 选材特征 |
|---|
| 1 | 基站相控阵天线 / 毫米波 AiP 模组 | Dk/Df 在 40GHz 以上稳定，薄膜厚度<25μm |
| 2 | 滤波器 / 高速连接器 | 低介电损耗、高频尺寸稳定、耐回流焊 |
| 3 | LED 支架 | 本征 V-0、耐焊锡；白色/高白度牌号（如住友 SZ6709L）用于反光件 |
2.4 工业 + 继电器线圈骨架（表5）
工业与电气元件方向取其本征 V-0、耐焊锡、低析气与尺寸精度。非关键件（汽车内部件等）行业经验接受 10–25% 回料掺混。
表 5 工业与电气元件领域具体产品与选材特征
| 序号 | 具体产品 | LCP 价值点 / 选材特征 |
|---|
| 1 | 继电器壳 / 开关 | 本征 V-0、耐焊锡、低析气、绝缘可靠 |
| 2 | 线圈骨架（Bobbin） | 耐高温、绝缘、尺寸稳定；I 型高耐热用于 SMT 线圈骨架 |
| 3 | 半导体测试插座 / 精密微型部件 | 尺寸精度高、耐化学、低颗粒污染 |
| 4 | 非关键结构件（汽车内部件等） | 行业经验接受 10–25% 回料掺混，用于降级利用 |
3 行业等级体系
再生LCP 现行归口执行 GB/T 40006.1-2021《塑料 再生塑料 第1部分：通则》——该系列截至 2026-09 无 LCP 专项分册（已有 PE、聚烯烃混合物、ABS、PET、PBT、PVC、PMMA 等分册）。LCP 模塑料本国国标为 GB/T 46830.1-2026《塑料 液晶聚合物（LCP）模塑和挤出材料 第1部分：命名系统和分类基础》，2026-05-25 发布、2026-12-01 实施，分类基础为拉伸强度、弯曲模量、负荷变形温度三特征性能；另有《液晶聚合物（LCP）薄膜》国家标准在制定中。【网络查证】
表 6 再生LCP 行业等级体系总览
| 分级维度 | 具体等级 / 牌号 | 说明 |
|---|
| 纯度分级 | 单一牌号/单一厂料分选；异料混杂率低、灰分（玻纤/矿物含量偏差）小、金属杂质少、含水率低 | 再生LCP 无国标强制分级，行业按分选纯度惯例判定 |
| 用途分级 | 一级（可用于中高端改性掺混/非SMT结构件）、二级（掺混用）、三级（低档填充/降级使用） | 本报告样本报价单为“高温液晶料”一级 |
| 改性方向 | GF增强/矿物填充（GF/MD复合低翘曲）、耐磨、导电（CF/碳黑）、低介电 | 对应原生牌号的改性方向 |
| 颜色分级 | 本色 / 黑色 / 杂色 | 本色再生后由浅米黄转深黄/褐黄 |
| 执行标准 | GB/T 40006.1-2021 通则（现行）；GB/T 46830.1-2026 LCP 模塑料国标（2026-12-01 实施） | 无 LCP 专项再生分册 |
| 牌号体系—住友 SUMIKASUPER | E5000/E4000 系（I 型高耐热，E5008 DTUL335℃/E4008 DTUL326℃）；E6000 系（II 型，E6008 DTUL279℃）；SR/SZ 高流动 | 住友官方牌号表 |
| 牌号体系—塞拉尼斯 Vectra | A 系列（A130，通用）；E/S 系列（E471i/E473i/E480i/S471/S475，高耐热 I 型）；B 系列（B230 碳纤增强） | 原 Hoechst 技术 |
| 牌号体系—宝理 LAPEROS | A130（30%GF）/A150（50%GF）/E130i；E473i/E471i 高耐热；S475 获 UL 再生含量 80% 追加认证 | 与 Vectra 技术同源 |
| 牌号体系—东丽 Siveras | LX70G35（35%GF 高韧性）/LX70U30 | 日本国内供应链与 BCP 替代方向 |
| 牌号体系—上野 UENO LCP | 2000 系（高耐热）/5030G（标准流动）/6030G（高流动高耐热）/6040GM-MD（低翘曲）/UA201 | 单体+树脂一体化 |
4 性能指标
4.1 原生 LCP 典型性能值
表 7 原生 LCP 典型性能值（以住友 SUMIKASUPER 官方 TDS 为主）
| 指标 | 未填充/低填充 | 30–40%GF 增强级 | 测试标准 |
|---|
| 拉伸强度 | 约60–100 MPa | 100–150 MPa（E5008：101 MPa ISO / 111 MPa ASTM） | ISO 527 / ASTM D638 |
| 拉伸模量 | 约7–10 GPa | 11.9–17.0 GPa（E5008：11.9 GPa ISO） | ISO 527 |
| 弯曲强度 | 约90–120 MPa | 124–179 MPa（E5008：144 MPa ISO） | ISO 178 |
| 弯曲模量 | 约6–9 GPa | 12.2–17.0 GPa（E5008：13.3 GPa ISO） | ISO 178 |
| 冲击强度 | 无缺口 Charpy 28–54 kJ/m² | Izod 无缺口 ASTM D256 约 324–441 J/m | ISO 179 / ASTM D256 |
| HDT（1.8MPa） | 180–250℃ | I型 326–355℃；II型 258–284℃ | ISO 75 / ASTM D648 |
| 连续使用温度 RTI | — | 电气 240℃ / 机械 220℃（Vectra A130 @0.85mm） | UL 746B |
| CTE（流动方向 MD） | — | 0.1–1.7×10⁻⁵/K（E5008：0.2×10⁻⁵/K）；横向 TD 6.0–7.3×10⁻⁵/K | ISO 11359 |
| 吸水率（23℃/24h） | — | 约 0.02% | ISO 62 |
| 介电常数（1MHz/1GHz） | — | 4.2/3.7（E5008）；低介电牌号可至 3.0/3.0 | IEC 60250 |
| 介电损耗（1GHz） | — | 约 0.005 | IEC 60250 |
| 阻燃 | — | 本征 UL94 V-0（0.1mm 薄壁亦可达），无需添加阻燃剂 | UL94 |
| 成型收缩率（MD/TD） | — | E5008：0.06% / 1.25%（各向异性显著） | 厂商方法 |
4.2 原生与再生性能对比
表 8 原生 LCP 与再生 LCP 性能变化（典型值）
| 变化维度 | 再生后表现 |
|---|
| 掺混比例 | 以 30% 比例掺混再生料，初期强度略有下降 |
| 回收次数与保持率 | 第 3 次回收后性能基本不再变化，强度保持率 ≥90% |
| 收缩率 | 收缩率几乎无变化 |
| 熔体流动 MFR | MFR 通常升高（分子链断裂致分子量下降） |
| 冲击强度 | 冲击强度低于新料 |
| 颜色 | 本色料易发黄/加深 |
| 使用方式 | 常与新料按比例掺混；Vectra/Xydar 可承受 1–3 次回收；SMT 关键高频/安全件不使用回料，非关键件接受 10–25% 回料 |
表 9 再生降幅机理与掺混边界
| 项目 | 内容 | 说明 |
|---|
| 热历程降解 | 再生经一次或多次熔融挤出，分子链断裂、分子量下降 | MFR 升高、强度/流动性/外观波动 |
| 关键件禁用 | SMT 连接器等关键高频/安全件不使用回料 | 车规掺混窗口需车厂规范确认 |
| 成本与认证折价 | 分选、除杂、再造粒成本；原生含品牌技术与 UL 黄卡/RoHS/车规认证溢价 | 再生 LCP 无国标分册、无 UL 认证背书，终端用途受限 |
| 待核实数据 | 第三方称 E5006L 一次注塑+破碎后 Mn 由约 2.8 万降至 2.3–2.5 万 | 来自第三方问答，非住友官方 TDS 原文，列待核实 |
4.3 按用途与改性分级
表 10 按用途与改性分级的性能/加工特点
| 分级方向 | 典型规格 | 性能/加工特点 | 典型应用 |
|---|
| 高耐热 I 型 | E5008/E4008/E473i/E480i 等 30–45%GF | HDT 326–355℃，成型 380–400℃，耐无铅回流焊 | SMT 连接器、线圈骨架、继电器壳 |
| 通用 II 型 | E6008/A130/E130i/5030G 等 30%GF | HDT 258–284℃，成型 340–380℃，流动性与耐热平衡 | 板对板连接器、SIM 卡座、摄像头模组 |
| 高流动 III 型 | SR2506/SZ6505HF/A430 等 | HDT 约 239–245℃，成型 320–350℃，超薄壁充填 | 超薄壁精密连接器、低翘曲件 |
| 低翘曲改性 | 6040GM-MD（40%GF+矿物）等 GF/MD 复合 | 降低各向异性与翘曲 | 平面度要求高的精密件 |
| 低介电改性 | 低 Dk 牌号（Dk 可至 3.0） | 高频低损耗 | 5G 天线/毫米波模组 |
| 再生掺混 | 一级料按 10–30% 与新料掺混 | 强度保持率 ≥90%（3 次回收后），收缩率基本不变 | 非 SMT 结构件、降级使用 |
5 颜色体系
原生粒料本色（Natural，米黄/象牙白/浅琥珀）与黑色（BK210P 等炭黑配色）两大主色；白色/高白度牌号（如住友 SZ6709L）用于 LED 支架/反光件。再生料经多次热历程后，本色料通常由浅米黄转为深黄/褐黄；黑色再生料色差较小但灰分/杂质波动大。颜色一致性是再生 LCP 定级与分选的重要指标。【网络查证/行业惯例】
样本说明：本报告报价单仅标注“高温液晶料”一级、未标注颜色——因样本量仅 1 条，颜色等级体系以行业通识为主，详见第 8 章待核实清单。
表 11 再生LCP 颜色体系与品级倾向
| 颜色/品级 | 原生表现 | 再生后变化 | 用途倾向 |
|---|
| 本色（米黄/浅琥珀） | 本色 Natural，象牙白/浅琥珀 | 多次热历程后转为深黄/褐黄，颜色一致性影响定级 | 通用改性掺混/非 SMT 件 |
| 黑色（炭黑配色） | BK210P 等，UL94 V-0 | 色差较小但灰分/杂质波动大 | 通用结构件 |
| 白色/高白度 | SZ6709L 等专用牌号 | 再生难保持白度，一般不用于反光/LED 支架 | LED 支架/反光件（原生专用） |
| 杂色/混杂 | 异料混杂 | 灰分与性能波动 | 三级降级使用 |
6 市场与趋势速览
6.1 2026-09-11 报价单明细（1 条，可购量 50 吨）
本批为真实报价单样本，单条样本、颜色未标注，样本量少，仅作参考。
表 12 再生LCP 报价单样本（来源：2026-09-11 报价单）
| 序号 | 品名/规格 | 价格（元/吨） | 可购量（吨） | 品级 |
|---|
| 1 | LCP 再生料（高温液晶料） | 20,000 | 50 | 一级 |
样本说明：合计 50 吨；单条样本、颜色未标注，样本量少，实际采购以当日报价单与小样检测为准。
6.2 产能格局
表 13 全球主要 LCP 产能（吨/年，多源交叉，口径待核实）
| 厂商 | 国家/地区 | LCP 树脂产能（吨/年） | 备注 |
|---|
| 塞拉尼斯 | 美/欧 | 约 22,000 | 规划南京项目一期约 9,300 吨/年（进度待核实） |
| 宝理塑料 | 日 | 约 20,000（含台湾 5,000） | 日本/美国/泰国有基地，计划扩至 25,000 |
| 住友化学 | 日 | 约 11,000（另有口径 10,000–21,000） | 日本+无锡，规划新增 2,000–3,000 |
| 上野制药 | 日 | 约 3,750 | 单体+树脂一体化 |
| 东丽 | 日 | 约 2,500 | Siveras |
| 沃特股份 | 中国重庆 | 20,000（2025 年一二期投产） | 三期 5,000 吨视市场节奏 |
| 金发科技 | 中国 | 现有 11,000，新项目首期 5,000 已投产 | 规划 2027 年达 21,000 |
| 普利特 | 中国 | 2,500 中试线 | 2025Q3 投产 |
| 江苏沃得 | 中国 | 3,000 | — |
注：不同第三方报告对住友/宝理/塞拉尼斯产能数字差异较大，源于“树脂聚合产能”与“改性粒料产能”、日本本土与含海外基地的统计口径差异，具体数字以厂商官方披露为准，第三方报告数字列待核实。全球 LCP 市场规模约 8.4 亿美元（24ChemicalResearch 口径）。
6.3 价格对比
原生现货（2026-08–09，中国含税市场价）：住友 E6008 约 62,500 元/吨；E4008 约 61,000–62,500 元/吨；宝理 E130i 约 56,200 元/吨；E473i 约 71,900–73,000 元/吨。塞拉尼斯自 2025-06 起对亚洲 LCP/PCT 提价 0.25 美元/kg，2026-04 再提 0.50 美元/kg。再生 LCP 样本约 20,000 元/吨。
表 14 原生与再生 LCP 价格对比
| 项目 | 原生改性粒料 | 再生 LCP 样本 | 说明 |
|---|
| 价格区间 | 约 5.6–7.3 万元/吨 | 约 2.0 万元/吨 | 再生约为原生价的 28%–36% |
| 代表牌号/规格 | E6008 约 6.25 万；E4008 约 6.1–6.25 万；E130i 约 5.62 万；E473i 约 7.19–7.3 万 | 高温液晶料一级 2.0 万 | 2026-09 报价 |
| 价差成因 | 含品牌技术溢价、UL 黄卡/RoHS/车规认证 | 多次热历程致性能波动、分选除杂再造粒成本、无 UL 认证背书 | 再生料不能用于 SMT 关键高频/安全件 |
6.4 政策法规
UL94 V-0：LCP 本征阻燃，各牌号均持 UL 黄卡（如住友 E5008 黄卡号 E249884）。【网络查证】
RoHS / REACH：LCP 无卤本征阻燃，天然满足 RoHS/REACH；出口欧盟需 REACH 注册。【行业惯例】
汽车行业：IATF 16949 体系下按车规要求验证，需满足 200℃ 以上长期热老化与振动要求。【行业惯例】
再生材料认证：宝理 LAPEROS S475 已获 UL 再生材料含量 80% 追加认证。【网络查证】
国家标准：GB/T 46830.1-2026（2026-12-01 实施）；GB/T 40006.1-2021 通则适用于再生 LCP，但无 LCP 专项分册。【网络查证】
进口监管：再生塑料粒进口需过固废鉴别、环保检测、原产地证（FORM E/RCEP）；“禁废令”后禁止进口固体废物，再生粒须为合格颗粒且可追溯。【网络查证】
6.5 减排数据
目前尚无 LCP 专属、公开权威的 LCA（全生命周期碳足迹）专项数据，不宜套用通用工程塑料或其他品种的减排比例。可定性表述为：LCP 水口料/流道料重造粒省去原生聚合与单体合成环节能耗，且 LCP 精密微型件浇口与流道废弃率高，闭环利用具备减碳空间；具体减排比例待核实。【行业惯例/待核实】
6.6 东南亚进口渠道与料源背景
越南、泰国、马来西亚、印尼、菲律宾为电子代工厂（EMS/ODM）聚集地，承接手机、可穿戴、汽车电子注塑产能，其精密注塑车间产生的 LCP 水口料/流道料是再生 LCP 的潜在海外料源；宝理塑料在泰国设有生产基地。中国-东盟自贸协定（ACFTA）与 RCEP 框架下 90% 以上产品贸易零关税，凭 FORM E/RCEP 原产地证书可享关税优惠；中马原产地电子信息联网已于 2026 年 6 月运行。【网络查证】
待核实：无 LCP 专项海关贸易数据公开——HS 3908.90/3920/3926 项下 LCP 与 PPS、PEEK 等特种工程塑料混编，无法单独切出 LCP 再生粒进口量；东南亚各国本地再生 LCP 分选/造粒产能规模、牌号纯度、是否经过首轮热历史仍为灰色地带，需实地验厂与小样检测确认。【待核实】
7 文章写作切入建议
围绕再生 LCP 可按以下 6 个主题切入系列文章，兼顾选材、成本、认证与料源视角：
表 15 再生LCP 系列文章主题与切入点
| 序号 | 系列文章主题 | 切入点 |
|---|
| 1 | 再生LCP 是什么：自增强塑料的来龙去脉 | 刚性棒状分子/液晶态/0.1mm 超薄壁充填，讲清 LCP 与普通工程塑料的本质区别 |
| 2 | I/II/III 型别买混：ASTM 与日本两套编号对照 | E4008=I 型高耐热、E6008=II 型高流动，命名颠倒避坑 |
| 3 | 手机/汽车/5G：LCP 再生料能用在哪、不能用在哪 | SMT 关键件禁用回料，非关键件 10–30% 掺混窗口 |
| 4 | 原生 6 万 vs 再生 2 万：价差背后的认证与降级逻辑 | 强度保持率 ≥90%、收缩率基本不变、认证缺失折价 |
| 5 | 颜色与定级：米黄转褐黄背后的分选逻辑 | 本色/黑色/杂色分级，一级料判定与颜色一致性 |
| 6 | 国标 2026-12 实施与东南亚料源 | GB/T 46830.1-2026、RCEP 零关税、电子代工厂水口料闭环 |
8 资料来源
住友化学 SUMIKASUPER 官方 TDS 与牌号表（DTUL/成型温度/物性全表）及再生利用技术资料（30% 掺混、第 3 次回收强度保持率 ≥90%、收缩率几乎不变）。【网络查证】
塞拉尼斯 Vectra 技术指南（A/E/S/B 系列划分）及亚洲 LCP/PCT 提价公告（2025-06 提 0.25 美元/kg、2026-04 提 0.50 美元/kg）。【网络查证】
宝理 LAPEROS S475 获 UL 再生材料含量 80% 追加认证；A130/E130i 等牌号信息。【网络查证】
GB/T 46830.1-2026《塑料 液晶聚合物（LCP）模塑和挤出材料 第1部分：命名系统和分类基础》（2026-05-25 发布、2026-12-01 实施，全国标准信息公共服务平台）。【网络查证】
GB/T 40006 系列（再生塑料）现状：.1 通则适用，截至 2026-09 无 LCP 专项分册。【网络查证】
原生现货价：生意社/盖德化工网（E6008 约 6.25 万、E4008 约 6.1–6.25 万、E130i 约 5.62 万、E473i 约 7.19–7.3 万元/吨，2026-08–09）。【网络查证】
报价单：2026-09-11 样本（LCP 再生料/高温液晶料 20,000 元/吨×50 吨，一级，颜色未标注）。【单条样本/行业惯例】
产能：观研报告网、银河证券沃特研报、沃特股份（重庆 2 万吨）与金发科技（现有 1.1 万吨+新建 5,000 吨）官方披露；各厂商精确数字口径不一，待核实。【网络查证/待核实】
全球 LCP 市场约 8.4 亿美元（24ChemicalResearch 口径）；中国市场规模第三方报告精度一般，待核实。【网络查证/待核实】
东南亚渠道：越南/泰国/马来西亚/印尼/菲律宾电子代工厂水口料定性描述；无 LCP 专项海关分项数据，货量/纯度待核实。【待核实】
E5006L 一次回收后 Mn 由约 2.8 万降至 2.3–2.5 万：第三方问答，非住友官方 TDS 原文，待核实。【待核实】
注：标注“待核实”的数字来自网络二手报道、行业惯例或单一来源，正式对外引用前建议以厂商数据表、上市公司公告与官方标准原文二次确认。
——Comprehensive Reference for Recycled Liquid Crystal Polymers: Applications, Grades, Performance, and Colors (Including Quotation Sample Data as of 2026-09-11 and Description of Type I/II/III Dual Caliber)
1 Overview
1.1 What is Recycled LCP
LCP stands for Liquid Crystal Polymer. The mainstream industrial type is thermotropic LCP (TLC). Chemically, it is mainly composed of fully aromatic polyesters (or polyester-amides), prepared by melt polycondensation of rigid aromatic monomers such as p-hydroxybenzoic acid (HBA), terephthalic acid (TA), hydroquinone (HQ), and hydroxy naphthoic acid (HNA). Its molecular backbone is linearly connected by ester bonds through rigid aromatic units like benzene rings and naphthalene rings, forming a rigid rod-like structure. During melt shearing, the molecular chains spontaneously align along the flow direction, forming a nematic ordered structure. Upon cooling, the microfibrillar morphology is retained. Without the addition of glass fibers, it achieves a fiber-like self-reinforcing effect. Therefore, it is also referred to in industry as 'self-reinforcing plastic.' [Internet verification]
Recycled LCP refers to material that, during the LCP manufacturing process, comes from injection molding runner/sprue and electronic factory defective products or scrap. These materials are subjected to foreign matter removal, magnetic iron removal, crushing, cleaning, drying, extrusion, and re-pelletizing for reuse. For LCP precision micro-parts, the weight of the gate and runner often exceeds that of the product itself, resulting in a high waste rate. Runner/sprue material is the main source of recycled material, with sources concentrated in consumer electronics and automotive electronics OEM factories and their supporting injection molding plants. [Online verification/industry practice]
1.2 Core Values
Recycled LCP samples are about 20,000 yuan/ton, while virgin modified pellets on the spot market are about 56,000–73,000 yuan/ton, with recycled prices being about 28%–36% of virgin prices. They have economic and ESG value in directions such as cost reduction for precision micro-components in consumer electronics, closed-loop utilization of runner material in electronic contract manufacturing, and UL recycled material content certification (for example, BASF LAPEROS S475 has received additional UL recycled material content certification of 80%). Special attention is needed: key high-frequency/safety components such as SMT connectors do not use recycled material; recycled material is mainly used for non-critical components and mixed in proportion. [Industry practice/verified online]
1.3 Important distinction: Two numbering systems for types I/II/III (naming is reversed, be sure to pay attention)
The industry has two opposite numbering classification systems: Chinese materials and Japanese manufacturers generally number by "heat resistance from high to low" (Type I is high heat resistance); whereas ASTM numbers according to HDT value ranges, in which Type I actually represents low heat resistance. That is, Chinese/Japanese Type I roughly corresponds to ASTM Type III, and Japanese Type III corresponds to ASTM Type I, with both Type II roughly matching. When "Type I" appears in foreign trade or English materials, it must be interpreted in the context of the manufacturer and cannot be directly applied according to this table. [Verified online]
Table 1 LCP Type I/II/III Classification Table (Japanese/Chinese Common Nomenclature, with ASTM Comparison)
| Type (Japanese/Chinese) | ASTM comparison | HDT (1.8 MPa) | Tm / Molding Temperature | Chemical Composition and Structural Characteristics | Representative brand | Typical applications |
|---|
| Type I (High Heat Resistance) | ASTM Type III | Approximately 300–355°C (>243°C) | Tm approximately 320–350°C; molding 380–400°C | Fully aromatic main chain, high rigidity and high linearity, HBA/HNA or TA/HQ types | Sumitomo E5008 (DTUL 335°C) / E4008 (DTUL 326°C); Celanese Vectra E471i / E473i / E480i / S471 / S475; BASF LAPEROS C130; Ueno 2000 series | Lead-free reflow soldering SMT connectors, coil bobbins, relay housings, high-temperature resistant automotive parts |
| Type II (Medium Heat Resistance / General Purpose) | ASTM Type II | About 240–300°C | Tm approximately 280–330°C; Molding 340–380°C | Aromatic ester main chain, balance of fluidity and heat resistance | Sumitomo E6008 (DTUL 279°C); Celanese Vectra A130/E130i (A series melting point about 280°C); Solvay LAPEROS A130/E130i; Toray Siveras LX70G35; Ueno 5030G/6030G | Board-to-board connectors, SIM card holders, camera modules, general precision electronic components |
| Type III (Low Heat Resistance / High Flow) | ASTM Type I | Approximately 180–240°C (<177–200°C) | Tm approximately 250–290°C; molding 320–350°C | Introducing flexible chain segments or copolymer modification into the main chain reduces heat resistance and improves fluidity. | Sumitomo SR2506/SR2507/SZ6505HF (DTUL about 239–245°C); Vectra A430; Polyplastics Rodrun LC3000; Ueno LCP 1000 series | Ultra-thin wall precision connectors, low warpage parts, non-SMT heat-resistant parts |
Brand Tip: Sumitomo E4008 (40% GF, DTUL 326℃, molding 380℃) is a Type I high heat-resistant grade; E6008 (40% GF, DTUL 279℃, molding 360℃) is a Type II high-flow general-purpose grade. The two are not of the same category, their price and usage are different, and they cannot be used interchangeably. [Verified online]
2 Application Areas and Specific Products
According to third-party research criteria, electronics and electrical account for more than 65% of LCP demand, and automobiles account for about 15%. The core engineering characteristics of LCP are: high temperature resistance (Type I can withstand lead-free reflow soldering with peak temperatures of 260–280°C), high flowability (can fill ultra-thin walls of 0.1–0.3 mm), intrinsic UL94 V-0 rating, low moisture absorption (about 0.02%), low dielectric loss; high anisotropy and lateral warpage are the main design constraints. [Online verification/industry practice]
2.1 Consumer Electronics (Table 2)
Consumer electronics is the main source area for LCP and its recycled materials, utilizing its ultra-thin wall filling, low dielectric loss, reflow soldering resistance, and dimensional stability.
Table 2 Specific Products and Material Selection Features in the Consumer Electronics Field
| Serial Number | Specific product | LCP Value Points / Material Selection Features |
|---|
| One | Mobile phone board-to-board connector | 0.1–0.3 mm ultra-thin wall filling, lead-free reflow solder resistant 260–280℃ peak, low warpage, dimensionally stable |
| Two | SIM card slot | Heat-resistant, low moisture absorption (about 0.02%), dimensionally stable, reliable for long-term plug-in contacts |
| Three | Camera module components | High-precision micro components, low dielectric loss, chemical resistance, low gas emission |
| Four | LCP antenna module (LCP-FCCL) / foldable screen FPC transmission line | Dk/Df is stable in the GHz frequency band, with a film thickness of <25μm; a single iPhone 15 series device uses about 6 LCP antenna modules |
| Five | UWB / Wi-Fi 6E/7 RF Front End | Low dielectric constant (low dielectric grades can reach 3.0), low loss (Df about 0.005 @1GHz) |
2.2 Automotive Electronics (Table 3)
For automotive electronics, it requires long-term thermal aging resistance above 200°C, vibration resistance above 20g, and RTI of 220–240°C. Note: The blending window for recycled materials in automotive components needs to be confirmed according to the car manufacturer's specifications, and validation should be carried out according to automotive requirements under the IATF 16949 system.
Table 3 Specific Products and Material Selection Characteristics in the Automotive Electronics Field
| Serial Number | Specific product | LCP Value Points / Material Selection Features |
|---|
| One | Vehicle Speed / Temperature Sensor | Withstands over 200℃, vibration-resistant over 20g, dimensionally stable |
| Two | Actuator / Ignition Component | Solderable, intrinsic V-0, low gas evolution, reliable insulation |
| Three | ECU Connector | High temperature resistance, long-term thermal aging, reliable insulation |
| Four | 77GHz millimeter-wave radar substrate | Dk/Df high frequency stability, low moisture absorption, high dimensional accuracy |
2.3 5G Communication LED (Table 4)
For 5G, the direction is determined by its Dk/Df stability above the 40GHz frequency band; for LED brackets, the direction is determined by its inherent V-0 rating and solder resistance. In LCP film demand, approximately 57% is for antenna applications (2025), and over 72% of 5G millimeter-wave antenna modules rely on LCP film.
Table 4 Specific Products and Material Selection Characteristics in the 5G Communication and LED Fields
| Serial Number | Specific product | LCP Value Points / Material Selection Features |
|---|
| One | Base Station Phased Array Antenna / Millimeter Wave AiP Module | Dk/Df is stable above 40GHz, film thickness <25μm |
| Two | Filter / High-Speed Connector | Low dielectric loss, high-frequency dimensional stability, resistant to reflow soldering |
| Three | LED bracket | Intrinsic V-0, solderable; white/high whiteness grades (e.g., Sumitomo SZ6709L) are used for reflective parts |
2.4 Industry Relay Coil Framework (Table 5)
For industrial and electrical components, select V-0 rated, solder-resistant, low gas emission, and dimensionally accurate materials. For non-critical parts (such as automotive interior components), industry experience accepts 10–25% recycled material mixing.
Table 5 Specific Products and Material Selection Characteristics in the Field of Industrial and Electrical Components
| Serial Number | Specific product | LCP Value Points / Material Selection Features |
|---|
| One | Relay Case / Switch | Intrinsic V-0, solder-resistant, low gas evolution, reliable insulation |
| Two | Coil Bobbin | High temperature resistance, insulation, dimensional stability; Type I high heat resistance used for SMT coil bobbins |
| Three | Semiconductor Test Socket / Precision Miniature Components | High dimensional accuracy, chemical resistance, low particle contamination |
| Four | Non-critical structural components (such as interior car parts) | Industry experience accepts 10–25% recycled material blending, used for downgraded utilization |
3 Industry Classification System
Recycled LCP currently follows GB/T 40006.1-2021 "Plastics — Recycled Plastics — Part 1: General Principles" — this series has no specific LCP volume as of September 2026 (volumes for PE, polyolefin mixtures, ABS, PET, PBT, PVC, PMMA, etc., already exist). The national standard for LCP molding plastics is GB/T 46830.1-2026 "Plastics — Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP) Molding and Extrusion Materials — Part 1: Nomenclature System and Classification Basis," issued on May 25, 2026, and implemented on December 1, 2026; the classification is based on three characteristic properties: tensile strength, flexural modulus, and heat deflection temperature. In addition, a national standard for "Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP) Films" is currently under development. [Online verification]
Table 6 Overview of the Recycled LCP Industry Grading System
| Grading Dimension | Specific Grade / Brand | Explanation |
|---|
| Purity grading | Single grade/single source material sorting; low rate of mixed materials, small ash content (deviation in glass fiber/mineral content), few metal impurities, low moisture content | Recycled LCP does not have mandatory national standard grading; the industry determines it according to the customary purity sorting practice. |
| Usage Classification | First grade (can be used for mid-to-high-end modified blends/non-SMT structural parts), second grade (for blending), third grade (low-grade filling/downgrading use) | This sample quotation sheet in the report is for 'High-Temperature Liquid Crystal Material' Grade 1 |
| Modification Direction | GF reinforced/mineral filled (GF/MD composite low warpage), wear-resistant, conductive (CF/carbon black), low dielectric | Modification direction corresponding to the original grade |
| Color grading | Natural / Black / Mixed | After natural color regeneration, it changes from light beige to dark yellow/brown-yellow |
| Execution Standard | GB/T 40006.1-2021 General Rules (current); GB/T 46830.1-2026 LCP Molded Plastics National Standard (to be implemented on 2026-12-01) | No LCP Special Regeneration Volume |
| Grade System—Sumitomo SUMIKASUPER | E5000/E4000 series (Type I high heat resistance, E5008 DTUL 335°C / E4008 DTUL 326°C); E6000 series (Type II, E6008 DTUL 279°C); SR/SZ high flow | Sumitomo Official Brand List |
| Grade System—Celanese Vectra | A Series (A130, General); E/S Series (E471i/E473i/E480i/S471/S475, High Heat Resistance Type I); B Series (B230 Carbon Fiber Reinforced) | Former Hoechst technology |
| Grade System — Borealis LAPEROS | A130 (30%GF) / A150 (50%GF) / E130i; E473i / E471i high heat resistance; S475 obtained UL recycled content 80% additional certification | Homologous to Vectra technology |
| Grade System—Toray Siveras | LX70G35 (35% GF High Toughness) / LX70U30 | Domestic supply chain and BCP alternative directions in Japan |
| Grade System—Ueno UENO LCP | 2000 Series (High Heat Resistance) / 5030G (Standard Flow) / 6030G (High Flow, High Heat Resistance) / 6040GM-MD (Low Warpage) / UA201 | Monomer resin integration |
4 Performance Indicators
4.1 Typical Performance Values of Native LCP
Table 7 Typical Performance Values of Native LCP (Based Mainly on Sumitomo SUMIKASUPER Official TDS)
| Indicator | Unfilled/Low Fill | 30–40% GF reinforced grade | Test standard |
|---|
| Tensile strength | About 60–100 MPa | 100–150 MPa (E5008: 101 MPa ISO / 111 MPa ASTM) | ISO 527 / ASTM D638 |
| Tensile Modulus | About 7–10 GPa | 11.9–17.0 GPa (E5008: 11.9 GPa ISO) | ISO 527 |
| Bending strength | Approximately 90–120 MPa | 124–179 MPa (E5008: 144 MPa ISO) | ISO 178 |
| Bending modulus | About 6–9 GPa | 12.2–17.0 GPa (E5008: 13.3 GPa ISO) | ISO 178 |
| Impact strength | No notch Charpy 28–54 kJ/m² | Izod notchless ASTM D256 approximately 324–441 J/m | ISO 179 / ASTM D256 |
| HDT (1.8 MPa) | 180–250℃ | Type I 326–355℃; Type II 258–284℃ | ISO 75 / ASTM D648 |
| Continuous use temperature RTI | — | Electrical 240℃ / Mechanical 220℃ (Vectra A130 @0.85mm) | UL 746B |
| CTE (Machine Direction MD) | — | 0.1–1.7×10⁻⁵/K (E5008: 0.2×10⁻⁵/K); transverse TD 6.0–7.3×10⁻⁵/K | ISO 11359 |
| Water absorption rate (23°C/24h) | — | About 0.02% | ISO 62 |
| Dielectric constant (1MHz/1GHz) | — | 4.2/3.7 (E5008); lower dielectric grade can go down to 3.0/3.0 | IEC 60250 |
| Dielectric loss (1 GHz) | — | About 0.005 | IEC 60250 |
| Flame retardant | — | Intrinsic UL94 V-0 (can also be achieved with 0.1mm thin walls), no flame retardant additives required | UL94 |
| Mold shrinkage rate (MD/TD) | — | E5008: 0.06% / 1.25% (significant anisotropy) | Vendor Method |
4.2 Comparison of Native and Regenerative Performance
Table 8 Performance Changes of Virgin LCP and Recycled LCP (Typical Values)
| Dimension of change | Performance after regeneration |
|---|
| Mixing ratio | By blending recycled material at a ratio of 30%, the initial strength slightly decreases |
| Number of Recoveries and Retention Rate | After the third recycling, the performance basically no longer changes, and the strength retention rate is ≥90% |
| Shrinkage rate | Shrinkage rate almost unchanged |
| Melt Flow Rate (MFR) | MFR is usually elevated (molecular chain breakage leads to a decrease in molecular weight) |
| Impact strength | Impact strength lower than that of new material |
| Color | Natural color material tends to yellow/darken |
| Usage | Frequently mixed with new material in proportion; Vectra/Xydar can withstand 1–3 times recycling; SMT critical high-frequency/safety parts do not use recycled material, non-critical parts accept 10–25% recycled material |
Table 9 Mechanisms of Reclaimed Reduction and Mixing Boundary
| Project | Content | Explanation |
|---|
| Thermal degradation | After being re-melted and extruded once or multiple times, the molecular chains break and the molecular weight decreases. | MFR increase, fluctuations in strength/flow/appearance |
| Critical part disabled | Key high-frequency/safety components such as SMT connectors do not use recycled material | The automotive standard mixing window requires confirmation by the car manufacturer |
| Cost and Certification Discount | Sorting, impurity removal, and re-granulation costs; premiums for virgin material including brand technology and UL Yellow Card/RoHS/automotive standard certification | Recycled LCP does not have a national standard booklet or UL certification endorsement, limiting its end-use applications. |
| Data to be verified | A third party stated that after a single injection molding of E5006L and subsequent crushing, the Mn decreased from about 28,000 to 23,000–25,000 | From third-party Q&A, not the original Sumitomo official TDS, list to be verified |
4.3 Classification by Use and Modification
Table 10 Performance/Processing Characteristics Classified by Application and Modification
| Grading direction | Typical specifications | Performance/Processing Characteristics | Typical applications |
|---|
| High Heat-Resistant Type I | E5008/E4008/E473i/E480i and others 30–45% GF | HDT 326–355℃, molding 380–400℃, resistant to lead-free reflow soldering | SMT connectors, coil bobbins, relay housings |
| General Type II | E6008/A130/E130i/5030G, etc., 30% GF | HDT 258–284℃, molding 340–380℃, balance of fluidity and heat resistance | Board-to-board connectors, SIM card holders, camera modules |
| High-Flow Type III | SR2506/SZ6505HF/A430, etc. | HDT approximately 239–245℃, molding 320–350℃, ultra-thin wall filling | Ultra-thin wall precision connectors, low warp components |
| Low Warp Modification | 6040GM-MD (40% GF mineral) and other GF/MD composites | Reduce anisotropy and warping | Precision parts with high flatness requirements |
| Low dielectric modification | Low Dk grade (Dk can go up to 3.0) | High frequency, low loss | 5G Antenna/Millimeter Wave Module |
| Reclaimed blending | Grade 1 material is mixed with new material at 10–30% | Strength retention ≥90% (after 3 recoveries), shrinkage rate basically unchanged | Non-SMT structural parts, downgraded use |
5 Color System
The two main colors are the natural color of virgin pellets (Natural, beige/ivory/light amber) and black (BK210P and other carbon black colorings); white/high-whiteness grades (such as Sumitomo SZ6709L) are used for LED brackets/reflective parts. After multiple thermal processes, recycled materials usually change from light beige to dark yellow/brown, while black recycled materials have smaller color differences but greater fluctuations in ash content/impurities. Color consistency is an important criterion for grading and sorting recycled LCP. [Online verification/industry practice]
Sample Description: This report's quotation sheet only indicates 'high-temperature liquid crystal material' at level one, without specifying color — because the sample quantity is only one, the color grading system is mainly based on industry common knowledge. For details, see Chapter 8 Pending Verification List.
Table 11 Recycled LCP Color System and Grade Preferences
| Color/Grade | Native performance | Changes after regeneration | Usage tendency |
|---|
| Natural Color (Beige/Light Amber) | Natural, ivory white/light amber | After multiple heating processes, it turns dark yellow/brownish yellow, and color consistency affects grading. | General Modified Blended/Non-SMT Parts |
| Black (Carbon Black Color) | BK210P, etc., UL94 V-0 | The color difference is small, but the ash/impurity content fluctuates greatly | General structural components |
| White / High Whiteness | Special grades such as SZ6709L | Recycled material is difficult to maintain whiteness and is generally not used for reflective/LED brackets. | LED Bracket/Reflective Component (for Native Use) |
| Variegated / Mixed | A mixture of unexpected elements | Ash content and performance fluctuations | Three-level downgrade usage |
6 Market and Trend Overview
6.1 2026-09-11 Quotation Details (1 item, purchasable quantity 50 tons)
This batch is a sample of a real quotation sheet. Individual samples and colors are not labeled, the sample quantity is small, and it is for reference only.
Table 12 Recycled LCP Quotation Sample (Source: Quotation dated 2026-09-11)
| Serial Number | Product Name/Specification | Price (CNY/ton) | Purchasable Quantity (tons) | Grade |
|---|
| One | LCP Recycled Material (High-Temperature Liquid Crystal Material) | 20,000 | Fifty | Level 1 |
Sample description: Total 50 tons; individual samples, color not specified, small sample size, actual purchase subject to the daily quotation and test of the small sample.
6.2 Production Capacity Layout
Table 13 Global Major LCP Production Capacity (tons/year, multiple sources cross-checked, caliber to be verified)
| Manufacturer | Country/Region | LCP Resin Capacity (tons/year) | Remarks |
|---|
| Seranis | US/Europe | About 22,000 | Plan for Nanjing Project Phase I is approximately 9,300 tons/year (progress to be verified) |
| Polyplastics | day | About 20,000 (including 5,000 in Taiwan) | There are bases in Japan/USA/Thailand, with plans to expand to 25,000 |
| Sumitomo Chemical | day | About 11,000 (with other sources reporting 10,000–21,000) | Japan Wuxi, planning to add 2,000–3,000 |
| Ueno Pharmaceutical | day | About 3,750 | Monomer resin integration |
| Toray | day | About 2,500 | Siveras |
| Water Co., Ltd. | Chongqing, China | 20,000 (Phase I and II production in 2025) | Phase III 5,000 tons depending on market pace |
| Blonde Technology | China | Currently 11,000, the first phase of the new project 5,000 has been put into production | Plan to reach 21,000 by 2027 |
| Prit | China | 2,500 pilot production line | Production starts in Q3 2025 |
| Jiangsu Wonder | China | Three Thousand | — |
Note: Different third-party reports show significant differences in the production capacity numbers for Sumitomo/Borouge/Celanese, due to the differences between 'resin polymerization capacity' and 'modified pellet capacity,' as well as differences in statistical scope between domestic Japan and including overseas bases. The specific numbers should be based on the official disclosures of the manufacturers, and the figures in third-party reports are pending verification. The global LCP market size is approximately USD 840 million (according to 24ChemicalResearch).
6.3 Price Comparison
Native spot (August–September 2026, China tax-included market price): Sumitomo E6008 about 62,500 RMB/ton; E4008 about 61,000–62,500 RMB/ton; Solvay E130i about 56,200 RMB/ton; E473i about 71,900–73,000 RMB/ton. Celanese has increased the price of Asian LCP/PCT by 0.25 USD/kg since June 2025, and by 0.50 USD/kg in April 2026. Recycled LCP samples are around 20,000 RMB/ton.
Table 14 Comparison of Prices Between Virgin and Recycled LCP
| Project | Native modified pellets | Regenerated LCP sample | Explanation |
|---|
| Price range | Approximately 56,000–73,000 yuan/ton | About 20,000 yuan/ton | Regeneration is about 28%–36% of the original price |
| Representative Brand/Specification | E6008 approximately 62,500; E4008 approximately 61,000–62,500; E130i approximately 56,200; E473i approximately 71,900–73,000 | High-temperature liquid crystal material, first grade 20,000 | 2026-09 Quote |
| Causes of price difference | Includes brand technology premium, UL Yellow Card / RoHS / automotive-grade certification | Multiple heat processes cause performance fluctuations, sorting and impurity removal for regranulation costs, no UL certification endorsement | Recycled materials cannot be used for SMT critical high-frequency/safety components |
6.4 Policies and Regulations
UL94 V-0: LCP is inherently flame-retardant, and all grades hold the UL yellow card (such as Sumitomo E5008 yellow card number E249884). [Verified online]
RoHS / REACH: LCP is inherently halogen-free and flame-retardant, naturally complying with RoHS/REACH; REACH registration is required for export to the EU. [Industry Practice]
Automotive industry: Verification according to automotive standards under the IATF 16949 system requires meeting long-term thermal aging and vibration requirements above 200℃. [Industry practice]
Recycled Material Certification: Borealis LAPEROS S475 has received UL recycled material content 80% additional certification. [Online verification]
National Standards: GB/T 46830.1-2026 (implemented on 2026-12-01); GB/T 40006.1-2021 General rules apply to recycled LCP, but there is no specific volume for LCP. [Online verification]
Import regulation: The import of recycled plastic pellets must undergo solid waste identification, environmental protection testing, and provide a certificate of origin (FORM E/RCEP); after the 'waste ban,' the import of solid waste is prohibited, and recycled pellets must be qualified granules and traceable. [Online verification]
6.5 Emission Reduction Data
Currently, there is no exclusive, publicly authoritative LCA (life cycle carbon footprint) data specifically for LCP, so it is not appropriate to apply the emission reduction ratios of general engineering plastics or other varieties. It can be qualitatively stated that recycling LCP sprues/gates saves the energy consumption associated with virgin polymerization and monomer synthesis, and that LCP precision microcomponents have a high gate and runner scrap rate, so closed-loop utilization has carbon reduction potential; the specific reduction ratio needs to be verified. [Industry practice/to be verified]
6.6 Southeast Asia Import Channels and Material Source Background
Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines are hubs for electronics manufacturing services (EMS/ODM), undertaking production capacity for mobile phones, wearables, and automotive electronics injection molding. The LCP sprue/gating material generated in their precision injection molding workshops is a potential overseas source of recycled LCP. Borealis has a production base in Thailand. Under the China-ASEAN Free Trade Agreement (ACFTA) and the RCEP framework, over 90% of product trade enjoys zero tariffs, and tariff preferences can be accessed with a FORM E/RCEP certificate of origin. The China-Malaysia electronic information network for origin has been operational since June 2026. [Online verification]
To be verified: There is no LCP-specific customs trade data available — under HS 3908.90/3920/3926, LCP is mixed with PPS, PEEK, and other specialty engineering plastics, making it impossible to separately extract the import volume of recycled LCP; the local recycled LCP sorting/pelletizing capacity, grade purity, and whether it has undergone first-cycle thermal history in Southeast Asian countries remain uncertain and require on-site factory inspection and small-sample testing to confirm. [To be verified]
7 Article Writing Entry Suggestions
The series of articles on recycled LCP can be approached from the following six themes, taking into account material selection, cost, certification, and material source perspectives:
Table 15 Themes and Approaches of Recycled LCP Series Articles
| Serial Number | Series of article topics | Entry point |
|---|
| One | What is Recycled LCP: The Origins and Development of Self-Reinforcing Plastics | Rigid rod-like molecules/liquid crystal state/0.1mm ultra-thin wall filling, explaining the essential difference between LCP and ordinary engineering plastics |
| Two | Mixed purchase of Type I/II/III: ASTM and Japanese two-set numbering comparison | E4008 = Type I high heat resistance, E6008 = Type II high flow, naming reversed to avoid pitfalls |
| Three | Mobile Phones/Cars/5G: Where LCP Recycled Material Can and Cannot Be Used | SMT critical parts prohibit reflowed material; non-critical parts 10–30% mixing window |
| Four | Native 60,000 vs Recycled 20,000: Certification and Downgrading Logic Behind the Price Difference | Strength retention ≥90%, shrinkage basically unchanged, discount for missing certification |
| Five | Color and Grading: The Sorting Logic Behind the Transition from Beige to Brownish Yellow | Natural color/black/mixed color grading, first-grade material determination and color consistency |
| Six | Implementation of National Standard 2026-12 and Southeast Asian Material Sources | GB/T 46830.1-2026, RCEP zero tariffs, closed-loop scrap material in electronic contract factories |
8 References
Sumitomo Chemical SUMIKASUPER official TDS and grade table (DTUL/molding temperature/full physical property table) and recycling technology information (30% blending, retention rate of the third recycling strength ≥90%, shrinkage almost unchanged). [Online verification]
Celanese Vectra Technical Guide (A/E/S/B Series Classification) and Asia LCP/PCT Price Increase Announcement (Increase of $0.25/kg in June 2025, $0.50/kg in April 2026). [Online verification]
Baoli LAPEROS S475 received UL additional certification for 80% recycled material content; A130/E130i and other grade information. [Online Verification]
GB/T 46830.1-2026 "Plastics - Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP) Molding and Extruded Materials Part 1: Naming System and Classification Basics" (Published 2026-05-25, implemented 2026-12-01, National Standard Information Public Service Platform). [Online Verification] Current status of
GB/T 40006 series (recycled plastics): .1 General rules apply, as of 2026-09 no LCP special volume. [Online Verification]
Native Spot Price: Business Society / Gaide Chemical Network (E6008 about 62,500 RMB, E4008 about 61,000–62,500 RMB, E130i about 56,200 RMB, E473i about 71,900–73,000 RMB/ton, 2026-08-09). [Online Verification]
Quotation: 2026-09-11 Sample (LCP recycled material/high-temperature LCD material 20,000 RMB/ton× 50 tons, Grade 1, color not specified). [Single sample/industry practice]
capacity: Official disclosure by Guanyan Report Network, Galaxy Securities Water Research Report, Water Co., Ltd. (Chongqing 20,000 tons) and Kingfa Technology (existing 11,000 tons, new 5,000 tons); Exact figures vary by manufacturer, pending verification. [Online Verification/Pending Verification]
Global LCP market approximately $840 million (24Chemical Research caliber); Third-party report accuracy for Chinese market size is average, pending verification. [Online Verification/Pending Verification]
Southeast Asia Channel: Qualitative description of Shuikou material from Vietnam/Thailand/Malaysia/Indonesia/Philippines electronics contract manufacturers; No LCP special customs sub-itemized data, volume/purity pending verification. [To be verified]
E5006L After one buyback, Mn dropped from about 28,000 to 23,000–25,000: third-party Q&A, not Sumitomo's official TDS original text, pending verification. [To be verified]
Note: Numbers marked as "pending verification" come from second-hand online reports, industry practices, or single sources. Before official citation, it is recommended to verify with manufacturer data sheets, listed company announcements, and official standard texts
