Core Viewpoint - The rise of emerging industries in China is leading the next decade of the polymer industry, particularly in sectors such as new energy vehicles, aerospace, robotics, and advanced communication technologies like 5G/6G and artificial intelligence [1][2]. Group 1: New Material Breakthroughs - Wanhua Chemical has successfully launched a 50,000 tons/year optical-grade MS resin project, filling a domestic gap in China [3]. - Wanhua Chemical and Geely Automobile have jointly released a vehicle-grade light guide polycarbonate (PC) material, marking a significant step in domestic supply chain integration for automotive lighting [4]. - The new light guide PC material, Clarnate® LED1355, addresses yellowing issues and enhances optical properties, processing stability, and long-term weather resistance, achieving industry-leading standards [5]. Group 2: Strategic Collaborations - Wanhua Chemical signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Changzhou Xingyu Co., focusing on the innovation and application of high-performance PC and PMMA materials to meet the evolving demands of the automotive industry [7]. - Xingyu Co. is a leading player in the automotive lighting sector, with an annual production capacity of 80 million units and a revenue of 13.253 billion yuan in 2024, reflecting a 29.32% year-on-year growth [7]. Group 3: Advanced Applications - Wanhua Chemical has introduced a full MDI molded pallet for the display panel industry, achieving mass production and providing a high-performance, eco-friendly logistics solution [11]. - The new molded pallets utilize Wanhua's innovative eco-adhesives and are made from renewable materials, enhancing moisture resistance, structural stability, and cleanliness compared to traditional pallets [11][12]. Group 4: Material Diversity - In addition to PC, other common materials for automotive lighting include PMMA, COC/COP, transparent ABS, transparent PP, and transparent PA, each selected based on specific performance requirements [8]. - Wanhua Chemical has also developed a new COP polymer with superior mechanical properties while maintaining excellent optical and thermal stability [8].