Wilmington, DE – April 22, 2026 — Delrin, a global leader in acetal homopolymer (POM) solutions, announced today that Delrin® ZA (Zero Attributed) has been awarded Innovation of the Year by CHINAPLAS, one of the world’s leading plastics and rubber trade fairs.
Delrin® ZA is an innovative carbon-neutral acetal solution which possesses zero product carbon footprint on a cradle-to-gate basis. This is achieved through the use of innovative sustainable raw material and energy inputs as well as a highly efficient production process.
The CHINAPLAS Innovation of the Year program recognizes breakthrough technologies that demonstrate exceptional innovation, technical advancement, and market relevance across the plastics and rubber industries. Delrin® ZA was selected for its forward‑looking material design, to enable the development of next-generation sustainable products for demanding end‑use environments.
“This recognition by CHINAPLAS underscores our commitment to engineering materials that push performance boundaries while meeting the real‑world challenges our customers face,” said Juergen Pongratz, President and Chief Executive Officer of Delrin. “Delrin® ZA exemplifies how deep materials science expertise and customer‑driven innovation can deliver meaningful advancements for global markets,” said Pongratz.
Delrin® ZA and a new portfolio of sustainable grades by Delrin was showcased as part of the CHINAPLAS Innovation of the Year program, which highlights pioneering technologies unveiled by industry leaders and technology innovators. The award reinforces Delrin’s position as a trusted partner for high‑performance engineering polymers and its continued investment in innovation across its product portfolio.
CHINAPLAS is widely recognized as a premier international platform for cutting‑edge plastics and rubber technologies, drawing global manufacturers, material suppliers, and end‑users focused on performance, efficiency, and next‑generation applications.
About Delrin
For over 70 years, Delrin® has empowered engineers with high-performance materials offering superior mechanical properties, high durability, and exceptional design flexibility. Today, Delrin® continues its legacy by delivering advanced material solutions that support circularity, renewable sourcing, and measurable carbon reduction.
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