BASF Ultramid B3S Polyamide (Nylon) (PA) Supplier | Engineering Parts

Product Overview

BASF Ultramid B3S is an easy-flowing, medium-viscosity PA6 injection molding grade with fast processing and excellent surface quality. It is a proven material for thin-walled engineering parts, cable ties, connectors and mechanical components requiring toughness and rigidity.

Ultramid B3S delivers a superior balance of mechanical strength, heat resistance and electrical insulation, with rapid solidification that shortens cycle times and increases output.

Key Advantages

Very fast cycling with easy flow
Excellent surface finish
High mechanical strength and toughness
Good electrical insulation
Outstanding processing stability

Applications

Cable ties and fasteners
Electrical connectors
Thin-wall mechanical parts
Automotive underhood components
Power tool housings

Technical Data Sheet

Property	Test Standard	Value	Unit
Density	ISO 1183	1.13	g/cm³
Viscosity Number	ISO 307	150	cm³/g
Tensile Modulus	ISO 527	3000	MPa
Tensile Strength at Break	ISO 527	85	MPa
Elongation at Break	ISO 527	20	%
Charpy Impact Strength (23°C)	ISO 179	n/p (no break)
HDT (1.80 MPa)	ISO 75	65	°C
Melting Point	ISO 11357	220	°C

Values are typical data from the resin producer and may vary slightly between lots. Request the latest COA with your shipment. Full TDS is available on request.

Processing Information

Injection molding
Melt temperature: 260–290°C
Mold temperature: 60–80°C
Pre-drying: 80°C for 2–4 hours (required)

Packaging

Standard: 25 kg PP woven bags with PE inner liner, palletized and stretch-wrapped
Bulk option: 1000 kg FIBC jumbo bags
Cartons or neutral / OEM bags available on request
Each pallet is protected with edge guards and shrink film for container transport

Warehouse & Shipping

All materials are stocked in our bonded warehouse near Ningbo Port. Loading is supervised and photographed for every order, with pallet counts and seals documented before departure.

Shipment from: Ningbo / Shanghai, China
Incoterms: FOB, CIF, CFR, EXW, DDP
In-stock lead time: 5–7 days · Production: 15–20 days
Documents: Commercial invoice, packing list, COA, TDS, MSDS, B/L, origin certificate

Container loading of BASF Ultramid B3S at Ningbo port

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, we keep regular stock of BASF Ultramid B3S at our bonded warehouse in Ningbo. The standard MOQ is 1 metric ton (1 bag / 25kg increments above that), and we can also arrange mixed-container orders combining multiple grades.

Of course. We provide 25kg sample bags (or smaller lab samples) with fast international express delivery. The sample cost is fully deducted from your first bulk order. Just send us your destination address via the inquiry form.

Yes. Every shipment includes the manufacturer COA, TDS, MSDS, and origin certificate. We can also supply REACH / RoHS / FDA declarations upon request, depending on the brand and grade.

In-stock grades ship within 5–7 days. For non-stock or OEM-bagged materials, the lead time is about 15–20 days. We ship FOB Ningbo / Shanghai by sea freight, air freight, or express (DHL / FedEx / UPS) for urgent orders.

Yes — that is one of our core services. Our engineers maintain a cross-reference database across more than 19 global brands. If Ultramid B3S is unavailable, we will recommend verified equivalent grades with matched MFI, density and application performance, at competitive prices.