APEL™ Cyclo Olefin Copolymer (COC)

Cyclo Olefin Copolymer Applications

There are numerous actual and potential applications for APEL™ in the film, optical, medical, and packaging areas.


Film
The low birefringence and high refractive index of APEL Cyclo Olefin Copolymer make the material suitable for many types of film applications.

It meets the demanding optical application requirements and functions and can be used in the back light and image light areas of LCDs such as diffusion film, protective film, retardation film and as an anti-glare polarizing film for high-resolution LCDs.

Optical
APEL has strong optical properties relative to other commercial resins and can be used in:

• Pick-up lens for DVD player, recorder and SACD player
• Camera lenses (digital cameras and mobile phones)
• Optical film
• f θ lens for laser printer
• Lens for sensor
• Film/sheet for screen of laptop computers

• PTP Sheet (See packaging)
• Syringes, vials and bottles
• Pre-filled syringes
• Surgical instruments

Packaging*
Packaging and multilayer barrier films produced with APEL Cyclo Olefin Copolymer should exhibit improved moisture and thermal resistance. Current and potential applications include:

• Pharmaceutical Packaging
  • PTP Sheet (Blister Packaging)
  • Shrink caps (Film type)
  • Stand up pouches

• Food Packaging and Containers
  • Easy cut film (Instant coffee small stick packaging film)
  • Shrink film and label
  • Kitchenware such as coffee maker cover
  • Multilayer packaging

• Extrusion Coated Packaging

Mitsui welcomes the opportunity to discuss new and emerging uses of COC. New applications are continually evaluated by the company.

To learn more about Mitsui's packaging applications, please visit our packaging website.

*APEL™ adheres to the food and medical requirements and regulations governing the Japanese market. Mitsui Chemicals is currently assessing FDA regulation requirements for the use of APEL™ in food and medical applications in the US market.