VESTAMID® is Evonik’s brand name for high-grade polyamides and elastomers designed for durability and performance in demanding environments.
Decades of Experience Manufacturers Can Rely On
The leading product range in Evonik’s family of long-chain polyamide solutions, VESTAMID® has been trusted for decades for its reliable performance in automotive components, medical devices, sports equipment, industrial components and pipeline systems, and other demanding applications.
Key Benefits
VESTAMID® products include a wide range of polyamide 12, polyamide 612 and PEBA elastomers.
These materials offer:
- exceptional mechanical, thermal, and chemical resistance
- outstanding durability
- reliable performance
- compatibility with advanced production technologies
- worldwide technical support based on decades of Evonik’s pioneering polyamide expertise
- special grades with improved sustainability, customizable to customers’ needs
Thanks to our fully backward integrated production, VESTAMID® products can be customized to meet virtually any customer requirement.
Product Range and Typical Applications
The VESTAMID® portfolio includes a wide range of customized polyamides optimized for diverse industrial and technical applications. The three core product families are VESTAMID® L, VESTAMID® D, and VESTAMID® E.
Heat-resistant and ideal for hybrid bonding
VESTAMID® D offers greater heat resistance compared to PA12 and is specifically suitable for plastic‑rubber composites processed without adhesion promoters.
Typical Applications:
- High-temperature components in automotive engineering
- Mechanically stressed technical parts
- Plastic–rubber hybrid components
Overview of the Three Main Product Families
Quick comparison for optimal material selection
| Product | Characteristics | Advantages | Typical Applications |
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| VESTAMID® L (PA12) | High dimensional stability, chemical resistance | Very high impact strength, extremely low water absorption |
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| VESTAMID® D (PA612) | Higher heat resistance | Ideal for rubber‑plastic hybrids |
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| VESTAMID® E (PEBA) | Highly elastic and lightweight
| Excellent cold flexibility, strong rebound |
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Sustainability & Innovation
Advanced solutions for a more livable future
With sustainable grades such as VESTAMID® eCO, Evonik places an extra focus on CO₂ reduction, alternative raw materials, and efficient resource management. The portfolio continues to expand — from bio‑based feedstocks through a mass-balance approach to long‑lasting and recyclable material solutions.
