Liquid Crystal Polymer, also known as LCP, has been mass-produced since 1980.
-	It is a thermoplastic.
-	Applications: Used in high-performance engineering applications such as electrical connectors and machine parts. Applications include surgical devices, and some LCP's meet the standards of USP Class VI.
-	General properties: It has excellent strength yet is expensive. Good high temperature properties, can be used in thin walls (as thin as 0.2 mm). Parts can withstand vapor phase reflow and autoclaving temperatures of 135 ºC. High chemical resistance and flame retardancy. Very low coefficient of thermal expansion. High tensile modulus from 10 to 24 GPa.
-	Trade Name: Vectra, Xydar.