Ionomer has been mass-produced since 1964.
-	It is a thermoplastic polymer.
-	Applications: Applications range from tough, scratch-resistant golf balls and bowling pin covers to footwear components, glass coatings, abrasion resistant surfaces and buoys. Can be used to replace glass or crystal. Also used in packaging films and sealants.
-	General properties: It has high impact strength at low temperatures, puncture and abrasion resistance, high melt elasticity, and good thermoforming properties. Low sealing temperatures, high sealing seam strength, resistance to grease, oil, and solvents.
-	Trade Name: Aclyn, Himiran, Coathylene, Surlyn, Escor.