描述
ULTEM Resin HU2210 is a 20% glass fiber reinforced, enhanced flow healthcare grade polyetherimide (PEI) resin manufactured by SABIC. As an authorized distributor and trader, we supply genuine SABIC materials with full traceability.
ULTEM HU2210 is specifically developed for medical devices and pharmaceutical applications . The 20% glass fiber reinforcement provides exceptional stiffness and dimensional stability while maintaining the excellent heat resistance and chemical resistance inherent to PEI. The enhanced flow characteristics (MFR 8.4 g/10min) enable easier processing of complex, thin-walled parts .
This grade is biocompatible per ISO 10993 or USP Class VI and supports multiple sterilization methods including steam, gamma irradiation, ethylene oxide (EtO), and E-beam . It is FDA and EU food contact compliant and ECO conforming . Additionally, ISCC+ certified bio-based offerings are available for this grade, supporting sustainable material selection .
With its inherent flame retardancy (UL94 V-0 and 5VA), high stiffness, enhanced flow, hydrolytic stability, and chemical resistance, ULTEM HU2210 is the trusted choice for demanding healthcare environments where performance, safety, and reliability are critical.
Key Features of ULTEM HU2210
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20% Glass Fiber Reinforced – Provides exceptional stiffness, strength, and dimensional stability; tensile modulus of 6,890 MPa (ASTM) / 6,800 MPa (ISO) ; significantly improved rigidity compared to unreinforced grades
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Enhanced Flow – Improved flow characteristics (MFR 8.4 g/10min at 337°C/6.6kg) for easier processing and better mold filling of complex, thin-walled parts
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Healthcare Grade – Specifically developed for medical devices and pharmaceutical applications; biocompatible (ISO 10993 or USP Class VI) ; healthcare management of change applies
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Multiple Sterilization Compatibility – Supports steam, gamma irradiation, ethylene oxide (EtO), and E-beam sterilization ; resistant to repeated sterilization cycles
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High Heat Resistance – Glass transition temperature of 217°C ; HDT of 211°C at 1.82 MPa ; Vicat softening temperature of 212°C (B50)
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Inherent Flame Retardancy – UL94 V-0 (0.41mm) and 5VA (1.9mm) ratings ; limiting oxygen index (LOI) of 47% ; inherently flame resistant without additives
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High Stiffness & Strength – Tensile modulus of 6,890 MPa (ASTM) / 6,800 MPa (ISO) ; tensile strength of 139-140 MPa ; flexural modulus of 6,890 MPa (ASTM) / 6,500 MPa (ISO) ; flexural strength of 227 MPa
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Excellent Dimensional Stability – Low shrinkage (0.30-0.50%) ; low creep sensitivity ; high dimensional stability offers predictability over a wide temperature range
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Food Contact Compliant – FDA and EU food contact compliant in most jurisdictions – exceptions may exist, request a declaration for details
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Good Chemical Resistance – Excellent resistance to automotive fluids, aircraft fluids, aliphatic hydrocarbons, alcohols, acids, and weak aqueous solutions; retains strength and resists stress cracking
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Low Smoke & Toxicity – Inherently low smoke; products of combustion no more toxic than wood
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Good Impact Resistance – Notched Izod impact of 64 J/m (23°C) ; unnotched Izod impact of 475 J/m ; Charpy notched impact of 8 kJ/m²
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Good Metal Adhesion – Suitable for applications requiring metal bonding
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ECO Conforming – Meets environmental compliance standards
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Sustainable Option – ISCC+ certified bio-based offerings available
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Versatile Processing – Suitable for injection molding; also compatible with additive manufacturing (3D printing)
HU Series Healthcare Grade Comparison
| Property | HU1100 | HU1110 | HU2100 | HU2200 | HU2210 |
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| Glass Fiber Content | 0% | 0% | 10% | 20% | 20% |
| Flow Type | Standard | Enhanced | Standard | Enhanced | Enhanced |
| MFR (337°C/6.6kg) | 8.8 g/10min | 16 g/10min | 7 g/10min | 6.0 g/10min | 8.4 g/10min |
| Tensile Modulus (ASTM) | 3,720 MPa | — | 4,680 MPa | 6,890 MPa | 6,890 MPa |
| Tensile Strength (ASTM) | 110 MPa | 110 MPa | 114 MPa | 131 MPa | 139-140 MPa |
| HDT (1.82 MPa) | 188°C | 210°C | 205°C | 208°C | 211°C |
| Shrinkage | 0.50-0.70% | — | 0.5-0.6% | 0.30-0.50% | 0.30-0.50% |
| Biocompatibility | ISO 10993 / USP Class VI | ISO 10993 / USP Class VI | ISO 10993 / USP Class VI | ISO 10993 / USP Class VI | ISO 10993 / USP Class VI |
| Sterilization | Steam, Gamma, EtO, E-beam | Steam, Gamma, EtO, E-beam | Steam, Gamma, EtO, E-beam | Steam, Gamma, EtO, E-beam | Steam, Gamma, EtO, E-beam |
| Key Feature | Standard flow, unreinforced | Enhanced flow, unreinforced | 10% glass, standard flow | 20% glass, enhanced flow | 20% glass, highest strength + enhanced flow |
Typical Applications for ULTEM HU2210
| Industry | Typical Applications |
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| Surgical Devices | Surgical instruments, reusable medical devices – withstands multiple sterilization cycles |
| Pharmaceutical Packaging & Drug Delivery | Drug delivery systems, pharmaceutical packaging – biocompatible, FDA compliant |
| Sterilization Trays & Containers | Sterilization trays, containers – supports steam, gamma, EtO, and E-beam sterilization |
| Laboratory Ware & Clinical Diagnostics | Lab ware, clinical diagnostics equipment – chemically resistant, sterilizable |
| Renal & Blood Handling | Renal and blood handling components – biocompatible, hydrolytically stable |
| General Healthcare | Healthcare facility infrastructure, patient testing equipment – durable, sterilizable |
| Medical Device Components | Enclosures, housings, covers – high strength, flame retardant, sterilizable |
| Additive Manufacturing | 3D printed medical device prototypes and components |
Typical Properties
| Property | HU2210 (ASTM) | HU2210 (ISO) | Unit | Test Method |
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| Physical | ||||
| Specific Gravity / Density | 1.42 | 1.42 | g/cm³ | ASTM D792 / ISO 1183 |
| Melt Flow Rate (MFR) – 337°C/6.6kg | 8.4 | — | g/10min | ASTM D1238 |
| Mold Shrinkage, Flow (3.2mm) | 0.30 – 0.50 | — | % | SABIC Method |
| Water Absorption (Saturation, 23°C) | — | 1.0 | % | ISO 62 |
| Water Absorption (Equilibrium, 50% RH) | — | 0.55 | % | ISO 62 |
| Mechanical | ||||
| Tensile Modulus | 6,890 | 6,800 | MPa | ASTM D638 / ISO 527 |
| Tensile Strength (Yield) | 139 | 140 | MPa | ASTM D638 / ISO 527 |
| Tensile Strength (Break) | 140 | 140 | MPa | ASTM D638 / ISO 527 |
| Yield Strain | 4.0 | 5.0 | % | ASTM D638 / ISO 527 |
| Elongation at Break | 4.0 | 5.0 | % | ASTM D638 / ISO 527 |
| Flexural Modulus | 6,890 | 6,500 | MPa | ASTM D790 / ISO 178 |
| Flexural Strength (Yield) | 227 | 210 | MPa | ASTM D790 / ISO 178 |
| Impact | ||||
| Izod Impact (Notched, 23°C) | 64 | 5.0 | J/m / kJ/m² | ASTM D256 / ISO 180/1A |
| Izod Impact (Notched, -30°C) | — | 5.0 | kJ/m² | ISO 180/1A |
| Izod Impact (Unnotched, 23°C) | 475 | — | J/m | ASTM D4812 |
| Charpy Impact (Notched, 23°C) | — | 8.0 | kJ/m² | ISO 179/1eA |
| Instrumented Dart Impact Total Energy (23°C) | 13.0 | — | J | ASTM D3763 |
| Thermal | ||||
| Glass Transition Temperature (Tg) | 217 | 217 | °C | |
| Heat Deflection Temp. (1.82MPa, 6.4mm) | 211 | — | °C | ASTM D648 |
| Vicat Softening Temp. (B50) | — | 212 | °C | ISO 306 |
| Vicat Softening Temp. (B120) | — | 218 | °C | ISO 306 |
| Vicat Softening Temp. (Rate A) | 226 | — | °C | ASTM D1525 |
| CTE, Flow (-40 to 40°C) | 2.5×10⁻⁵ | — | cm/cm/°C | ASTM E831 |
| CTE, Transverse (-40 to 40°C) | 5.0×10⁻⁵ | — | cm/cm/°C | ASTM E831 |
| UL RTI (Elec/Imp/Str) | 170 / 170 / 170 | — | °C | UL 746 |
| Flammability | ||||
| UL 94 Flammability | V-0 (0.41mm), 5VA (1.9mm) | — | — | UL 94 |
| Electrical | ||||
| Arc Resistance | PLC 6 | — | — | ASTM D495 |
| Comparative Tracking Index (CTI) | PLC 4 | — | — | UL 746A |
| Hot-Wire Ignition (HWI) | PLC 1 (≥3mm), PLC 2 (≥1.5mm) | — | — | UL 746A |
| High Amp Arc Ignition (HAI) | PLC 3 (≥1.5mm), PLC 4 (≥3mm) | — | — | UL 746A |
| High Voltage Arc Track Rate (HVTR) | PLC 2 | — | — | UL 746A |
Important Notes on Typical Data:
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Values listed are typical and sourced from SABIC official data sheets. They do not constitute binding product specification.
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Batch-to-batch deviations may exist. For critical applications, validate performance with batch-specific COA certificate.
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Final performance depends on processing conditions, mold design, and part geometry.
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SABIC official TDS shall serve as definitive technical reference. Request the latest official TDS from our sales team.
Processing Guidelines (Injection Molding)
| Parameter | Recommended Conditions | |
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| Drying | ||
| Drying Temperature | 150°C | |
| Drying Time | 4 – 6 hours | |
| Maximum Moisture Content | ≤0.02% | |
| Injection Molding | ||
| Suggested Shot Size | 40 – 60% of cylinder capacity | |
| Rear Temperature | — | |
| Middle Temperature | — | |
| Front Temperature | — | |
| Processing (Melt) Temperature | 350 – 400°C | |
| Mold Temperature | 135 – 165°C | |
| Back Pressure | 0.3 – 0.7 MPa | |
| Screw Speed | 40 – 70 rpm | |
| Vent Depth | 0.025 – 0.076 mm |
Critical Processing Warnings:
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Drying: ULTEM HU2210 is hygroscopic and must be dried to ≤0.02% moisture before processing. Dry at 150°C for 4-6 hours .
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Enhanced Flow: This grade offers enhanced flow characteristics (MFR 8.4 g/10min) for easier processing and better mold filling of complex, thin-walled parts .
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Melt Temperature: Recommended melt temperature range is 350-400°C. Avoid excessive residence times to prevent thermal degradation .
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Mold Temperature: Higher mold temperatures (135-165°C) improve flow and reduce residual stress .
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Healthcare Applications: This grade is specifically designed for medical devices and pharmaceutical applications. It is biocompatible (ISO 10993 or USP Class VI) and healthcare management of change applies .
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Sterilization: ULTEM HU2210 supports steam, gamma, EtO, and E-beam sterilization. Verify compatibility with your specific sterilization protocol .
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Food Contact: This material is food contact compliant in most jurisdictions – exceptions may exist, request a declaration for details .
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PFAS-Free: This product does not contain PFAS intentionally added during manufacturing .
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Gate Design: Use large gates and runners to minimize flow resistance and reduce molded-in stress.
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Regrind: Regrind can be used up to 20-25% with virgin material, provided it is clean and properly dried.
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Technical Documents
| Document Type | Description & Source |
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| SABIC Official TDS | Complete physical, thermal, and mechanical properties of ULTEM HU2210 |
| SABIC Official SDS | GHS-compliant chemical safety documentation |
| UL Yellow Card | UL certification E121562-221093 |
| ISO 10993 / USP Class VI | Biocompatibility certification |
| FDA Compliance Declaration | FDA food contact compliance |
| EU Food Contact Compliance | European food contact compliance |
| ISCC+ Certification | Bio-based renewable certification |
| COA (Certificate of Analysis) | Batch-specific quality certification |
| Processing Guide | Detailed processing guidelines for ULTEM HU2210 |
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FAQ
Q1: What is ULTEM HU2210 and what is it used for?
A: ULTEM HU2210 is a 20% glass fiber reinforced, enhanced flow healthcare grade polyetherimide (PEI) resin manufactured by SABIC. It is specifically developed for medical devices and pharmaceutical applications. It is widely used in surgical instruments, pharmaceutical packaging, drug delivery systems, sterilization trays, laboratory ware, renal and blood handling, and general healthcare equipment .
Q2: Is ULTEM HU2210 biocompatible?
A: Yes. ULTEM HU2210 is biocompatible per ISO 10993 or USP Class VI, making it suitable for regulated medical and pharmaceutical applications .
Q3: Is ULTEM HU2210 FDA compliant?
A: Yes. ULTEM HU2210 is FDA and EU food contact compliant. It is food contact compliant in most jurisdictions – exceptions may exist, request a declaration for details .
Q4: What sterilization methods can ULTEM HU2210 withstand?
A: ULTEM HU2210 supports steam sterilization, gamma irradiation, ethylene oxide (EtO), and E-beam sterilization .
Q5: What is the glass transition temperature of ULTEM HU2210?
A: The glass transition temperature (Tg) is 217°C .
Q6: What is the density of ULTEM HU2210?
A: The density is 1.42 g/cm³ (ASTM D792 / ISO 1183) .
Q7: Is ULTEM HU2210 flame retardant?
A: Yes. ULTEM HU2210 is inherently flame retardant with UL94 V-0 (0.41mm) and 5VA (1.9mm) ratings .
Q8: What is the glass fiber content of ULTEM HU2210?
A: ULTEM HU2210 contains 20% glass fiber reinforcement .
Q9: What is the melt flow rate of ULTEM HU2210?
A: The Melt Flow Rate (MFR) is 8.4 g/10min at 337°C, 6.6kg (ASTM D1238) .
Q10: What is the tensile strength of ULTEM HU2210?
A: Tensile strength at yield is 139 MPa (ASTM) / 140 MPa (ISO); tensile strength at break is 140 MPa.
Q11: What is the tensile modulus of ULTEM HU2210?
A: The tensile modulus is 6,890 MPa (ASTM) / 6,800 MPa (ISO) .
Q12: What is the heat deflection temperature of ULTEM HU2210?
A: Heat deflection temperature is 211°C at 1.82 MPa (ASTM D648, 6.4mm, unannealed) .
Q13: What is the Vicat softening temperature of ULTEM HU2210?
A: The Vicat softening temperature (B50) is 212°C (ISO 306) .
Q14: What is the shrinkage of ULTEM HU2210?
A: Mold shrinkage (flow, 3.2mm) is 0.30-0.50% .
Q15: What is the difference between ULTEM HU2200 and ULTEM HU2210?
A: ULTEM HU2210 offers enhanced flow (MFR 8.4 vs 6.0 g/10min) and higher strength (140 MPa vs 131 MPa) compared to HU2200. Both grades contain 20% glass fiber reinforcement and are biocompatible, sterilizable, and suitable for healthcare applications. HU2210 also has a higher heat deflection temperature (211°C vs 208°C).
Q16: What processing methods can be used for ULTEM HU2210?
A: ULTEM HU2210 is suitable for injection molding and is also compatible with additive manufacturing (3D printing) .
Q17: What is the recommended drying condition for ULTEM HU2210?
A: Dry at 150°C for 4-6 hours.
Q18: What is the recommended melt temperature for injection molding ULTEM HU2210?
A: Recommended melt temperature is 350-400°C.
Q19: What is the recommended mold temperature for ULTEM HU2210?
A: Recommended mold temperature is 135-165°C.
Q20: Is ULTEM HU2210 PFAS-free?
A: Yes. ULTEM HU2210 has no PFAS intentionally added during manufacturing .
Q21: Is there a sustainable/bio-based version of ULTEM HU2210?
A: Yes. ISCC+ certified bio-based offerings are available for this grade .
Q22: What is the lead time for orders?
A: Regular orders ship within 7-10 working days after payment confirmation. Large-volume or urgent orders can be negotiated separately.
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Disclaimer
DISCLAIMER: All technical data is referenced from original SABIC typical values for ULTEM HU2210. Our company acts as authorized distributor/trader rather than original manufacturer. Final performance depends on processing conditions, mold design, and part geometry. Buyers shall independently validate product suitability for individual applications, particularly for medical device applications where regulatory compliance must be verified under end-use conditions. Our firm bears no liability for product failure caused by improper processing or improper usage. Always reference the latest SABIC official TDS of ULTEM HU2210 as the definitive specification.
