There are a wide variety of materials that can be used in injection molding, including:
1. Thermoplastics: These are the most commonly used materials in injection molding and include ABS, HDPE, LDPE, Nylon, Polycarbonate, Polyethylene, Polypropylene, etc.
2. Thermosetting plastics: These materials undergo a chemical change during the molding process and include BMC, DAP, Epoxy, Phenolic, etc.
3. Elastomers: These materials have rubber-like properties and can include materials like Silicone, TPE, TPU, etc.
4. Metal and ceramic materials: Metals like Zinc, Magnesium alloy, Copper, Brass, Aluminum, etc., and ceramic materials like Alumina, Silicon Carbide, etc., can be used for injection molding.
5. Biodegradable materials: These materials are environmentally friendly and can include PLA, PHA, etc.
6. Other materials: Other materials that can be used in injection molding include wood, paper, and even chocolate.
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