As with metals, attack is confined to specific polymers and particular chemicals.
When applied to polymers, the term crystalline has a somewhat ambiguous usage.
Less than 0.4 percent of it is petroleum-derived, so improved versions may provide an appealing green alternative to polymers.
It can be added to polymers such as polyethylene as a fire retardant.
They can offer high electrical conductivity but do not show similar mechanical properties to other commercially available polymers.
It is often necessary to separate polymers, both to analyze them as well as to purify the desired product.
The technology is not limited to thermosetting polymers.
Its main use is as a precursor to polymers.
Due to the higher dose rate, less exposure time is needed and thereby any potential degradation to polymers is reduced.
It is a compelling alternative to traditional polymers and can be used where glass falls short.