AOC Automotive Brochure

Where Automotive Vision Meets Formulation Science.

Your next breakthrough? It’s in our chemistry.

Leading the Future of Automotive Formulations

KEY CAPABILITIES

AOC is the only thermoset formulation supplier capable of providing all critical components - including resins, pigments, thickeners, and specialty additives - under one roof.

Backed by decades of real-world application experience, we collaborate with automotive OEMs and Tiers to find lightweight, durable, and sustainable composite solutions.

Our team is committed to delivering unrivaled quality, service, and reliability for today, and the most innovative solutions for tomorrow.

INNOVATION AND MATERIAL SCIENCE

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Pilot production capabilities for every process

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In-house testing

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Built-in sustainability

AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY EXPERTISE

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Pioneers in low density Class A surfaces

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Best-in-class UV durability and aesthetics

PROVEN QUALITY AND SERVICE

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OUR PORTFOLIO

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Resin Formulations - Polyester and Vinyl Ester

Seamless integration from one supplier

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Operational excellence in manufacturing

Pigment Dispersions Thickeners

Tailored Additives

Sustainability

At AOC, we bring technology, chemistry, and innovation together to help you enable the next breakthrough in automotive design — safely, sustainably, and with confidence.

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More than 30% of resins derived from renewable or recycled materials 35% reduction in emissions through high-efficiency production Low VOC options, biobased materials, and circular design practices

AOC Formulation Science

At AOC, we take the industry standard that our customer needs a step further. We add the AOC difference that comes from decades of innovation and experience, so that each customer gets exactly what they need based off the OEM and Tier Process requirements, resulting in a customized solution fit for each customer.

CUSTOMER NEEDS

FORMULATIONS INPUTS

OEM Requirements based on application requirements

Raw Materials Base Resins, Pigment Dispersions, Thickeners, Tailored Additives, Other Chemicals

Tier Requirements based on processing requirements

AOC FORMULATION SOLUTIONS Expert Scientists in chemistry, process & application

Best in Class Labs – Synthesis, Analytical, Mechanical

Pilot plants & application production lines

OEM PART REQUIREMENTS

Accelerated Weathering Capabilities

Fire & Corrosion Laboratories

TIER PROCESS REQUIREMENTS

Dimensional stability

UV resistant

Viscosity profile

Consistent thickening

Class A surface

Long-term durability

Flow characteristics

Tool release

High strength & toughness

Fire retardant

Cure window

Long SMC shelf life

Lightweight

Low VOC / Styrene-free

Low shrinkage

High yield

CUSTOMIZED SOLUTION

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Lightweight Innovation, Class A Surface Performance

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AOC pioneered Class A Low Density formulations

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Flawless finish, structural integrity, and ease of molding combined

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New Ultra Low Density formulation drives further lightweighting

WEIGHT SAVINGS VS STEEL 50%

ULTRA LOW DENSITY SMC ~1 SPECIFIC GRAVITY LOW DENSITY SMC 1.2 SPECIFIC GRAVITY

38%

ALUMINUM

38% 15%

SMC 1.9 SPECIFIC GRAVITY

0%

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10%

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30%

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50%

Exterior Parts – Durability and Aesthetics UV-RESISTANT FORMULATIONS

Ensures long-lasting, fade resistant color

MOLDED-IN COLOR

Superior durability, scratches black

EASE OF COMPOUNDING AND MOLDING

Uniform color, long SMC shelf life, efficient molding

REAL WORLD OUTDOOR WEATHERING Panels After 24 Months

ARIZONA

CONTROL

FLORIDA

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STRUCTURAL AND BATTERY PROTECTION •

Broad formulation platforms for SMC, RTM, Infusion and Pultrusion

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Expertise with mechanical, lightweighting and fire retardant requirements

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Integrated materials and testing capabilities aligned to application and production processes

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Tailored vinyl ester & polyester systems aligned to application

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Ease of compounding and molding – excellent performance for complex parts

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Assemblies, Covers, Panels and More Broad set of platforms to meet application, sustainability and cost requirements

Experienced team to streamline material selection and tailor solutions

Ease of part production – robust SMC shelf life, simplified molding

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