Port Plastics
Port Plastics is a US industrial plastics distributor and custom fabricator operating 11 facilities nationwide, supplying over 1,000 high-performance engineering plastics and precision CNC-machined components to semiconductor, aerospace, energy, medical, and food processing manufacturers.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1960
- HeadquartersCity Of Industry, United States
- Headcount101–250
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Port Plastics does
Port Plastics is a privately held US industrial plastics distributor and custom fabricator founded in 1960, operating 11 facilities across the country from a base in City of Industry, California. The company distributes over 1,000 high-performance engineering plastic materials including PEEK, PTFE, polycarbonate, acrylic, PPS, HDPE, PVC, and specialty polymers through authorized partnerships with leading global manufacturers such as Victrex, Solvay, Arkema, Ensinger, Röchling, Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials, Saint-Gobain, Daikin, and Covestro. Its core business is split between material distribution and value-added fabrication: precision CNC machining, cutting, routing, drilling, thermoforming, and welding with tolerances to ±0.001" for prototype through production volumes. Pricing is quote-based with standard net-30 terms, and revenue is generated through one-time material sales plus professional fabrication services.
The company serves manufacturers in regulated and failure-intolerant verticals including semiconductor manufacturing (FM4910 cleanroom materials), energy and oil & gas (NORSOK M-710 qualified subsea components), aerospace and defense (AS9100D, ITAR, Boeing supply chain certified), food and beverage processing (FDA, NSF, USDA compliant materials), medical and life sciences (USP Class VI, ISO 10993 biocompatibility), and transportation. Go-to-market is enterprise field sales supported by materials engineers at each location with 15+ years average industry experience, complemented by website-based quote requests, live technical chat, and direct phone sales. Distribution is exclusively domestic across seven US regions, with inter-facility inventory transfers enabling nationwide reach from regional hubs.
Port Plastics firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Port Plastics
- Legal name
- Port Plastics Inc.
- Website
- https://portplastics.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1960
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 101–250 employees
- Short description
- Port Plastics is a US industrial plastics distributor and custom fabricator operating 11 facilities nationwide, supplying over 1,000 high-performance engineering plastics and precision CNC-machined components to semiconductor, aerospace, energy, medical, and food processing manufacturers.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Port Plastics industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Industrial Plastics Distribution & Fabrication
- NAICS
- Plastics Product Manufacturing (3261), All Other Plastics Product Manufacturing (326199)
- SIC
- Miscellaneous Plastics Products (3080), Plastics Products, Nec (3089)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Engineering Plastics & Performance Resins (PC, PA, POM, PBT, PMMA) (IMAEADAI)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Industrial & Protective Thermoformed Packaging (Dunnage, Trays, Clamshells) (IMANAHAC), Medical & Life Sciences Injection Molding (Devices, Diagnostics, Cleanroom) (IMANAFAC)
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Where Port Plastics is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- City Of Industry
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices11 records
Markets served
Port Plastics business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Engineering Plastics Distribution: Distribution of high-performance industrial plastic materials in sheets, rods, tubes, and custom-fabricated forms from leading manufacturers. Over 1,000 materials available including PEEK, PTFE, polycarbonate, acrylic, and specialty polymers.
- Custom Fabrication Services: Precision CNC machining services including cutting, routing, drilling, thermoforming, and welding to reduce production time and costs for customers. From prototype quantities to production runs.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Multi-year contract | Net 30 payment terms with approved credit |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels3 records
Marketing channels5 records
Port Plastics product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Port Plastics distributes over 1,000 high-performance industrial plastic materials (including PEEK, PTFE, polycarbonate, acrylic, HDPE, UHMW, PVC, PPS, and specialty polymers) in sheets, rods, tubes, and custom-fabricated forms sourced from leading manufacturers. The company provides custom CNC machining and fabrication services (cutting, routing, drilling, thermoforming, and welding) with tolerances to ±0.001", serving manufacturers in semiconductor, energy, aerospace, medical, food & beverage, transportation, and marine industries through 11 US-based facilities.
Product overview
Port Plastics is an industrial plastics distributor offering over 1,000 high-performance plastic materials from leading manufacturers including PEEK, PTFE, polycarbonate, acrylic, HDPE, acetal, nylon, PVC, PVDF, UHMW, and specialty polymers. The company distributes materials under multiple branded product lines including Boltaron® 9000 Series (flame-retardant aerospace materials), Norplex-Micarta® (thermoset laminates including phenolic and epoxy grades), Polycast® (cast acrylics for aerospace, military, bullet resistance, and optical applications), Seaboard® (marine HDPE and PVC products), Celtec® (expanded and solid PVC for signs and displays), Corrtec® (PVC and CPVC industrial sheets), TECAFINE® (HDPE and PP from Ensinger), TECATRON® (PPS materials including semiconductor grades), Sanatec® and Sanalite® (food-safe cutting boards), and Proteus® (PP and HDPE for industrial applications). Additional brands include TUFFAK® (polycarbonate sheets), Borotron® (radiation shielding HDPE), Playboard® (colored HDPE for playgrounds), TimberLine™ (woodgrain HDPE), and TIVAR® (UHMW). The company provides custom CNC fabrication services with tolerances to ±0.001" and operates 11 strategically located facilities nationwide. Materials are sourced from authorized manufacturers including Ensinger, Saint-Gobain, Röchling, Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials, Daikin, Solvay, Victrex, Arkema, and Covestro.
Differentiator
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Products and services
- Boltaron 9000 Series Flame-retardant thermoplastic sheet materials for aircraft and transportation interiors, meeting FAR 25.853(a) flammability standards and UL 94 V-0 criteria.
- Norplex-Micarta Thermoset Laminates Phenolic and epoxy thermoset laminates for electrical insulation, structural, and mechanical applications including paper-based phenolics (NP602, NP610), cotton/linen phenolics (MC223), and glass reinforcements (NP500A, NP504) meeting MIL specifications.
- Polycast Clear Rods & Tubes Highly polished, crystal clear cast acrylic rods and tubes with diameters from 1.25" to 27.625" O.D. for high precision machining and medical imaging markets.
- Polycast UV, IR and Light Control Sheets Acrylic sheets with UV, IR blocking or light filtration properties including UV filtering (UF-96, UF-3, UF-4), IR blocking (IRT), and UV transmission (UVT) variants.
- Polycast Aerospace and Military Grade Acrylic Cast acrylic sheets meeting U.S. Military Material Specifications (MIL-PRF-5425, MIL-PRF-8184, MIL-PRF-25690) for aircraft windows, canopies, windscreens, and instrument panels.
- Polycast Bullet Resistant Acrylic UL designated bullet resistant acrylic sheets, lighter than glass, available with or without Super Abrasion Resistant coating in multiple UL levels (Level 1, 2, 3, 6).
- TimberLine Woodgrain HDPE Embossed woodgrain HDPE sheet with UV stabilization for outdoor furniture, landscape architecture, marine use, and cabinetry applications.
- Corrtec Vintec Clear PVC Clear PVC alternative with impact and corrosion resistance for sight windows, sneeze guards, machine guards, and inspection panels.
- Corrtec Vintec I PVC Normal impact, highly corrosion resistant PVC sheet for applications requiring maximum chemical defense including laboratory workstations and plating tanks.
- Corrtec Vintec II PVC High impact PVC sheet with 15x greater impact resistance than standard PVC, thermoformable and vacuum formable for air handling and chemical processing.
- Corrtec Hitec HDPE Versatile HDPE with excellent impact strength, scratch and chemical resistance, compliant with NSF, FDA, USDA, RoHS, and REACH standards.
- Corrtec CPVC Heat and corrosion-resistant CPVC sheet for industrial applications including plating tanks, wastewater treatment, and air handling systems.
- TECAFINE HDPE HDPE with broad chemical compatibility, good impact strength, and low moisture absorption for food processing, conveyor technology, and automotive applications.
- TECAFINE PP Anti-static polypropylene with excellent chemical resistance, high purity, and suitability for food contact in chemical plant, cleanroom, and pharmaceutical applications.
- TECATRON PPS Natural (Unfilled) High-performance PPS polymer maintaining integrity up to 428°F (220°C) with exceptional chemical resistance and dimensional stability for demanding applications.
- TECATRON GF40 Natural 40% glass fiber reinforced PPS with high mechanical properties, thermal stability, and chemical resistance for mechanical engineering and oil/gas applications.
- TECATRON SX Natural (Semiconductor PPS) Modified PPS for semiconductor industry with thermal stability up to 482°F (250°C), low moisture absorption, and high dimensional stability.
- TECATRON SE Natural (Semiconductor PPS) PPS modified for semiconductor industry with superior chemical resilience, high thermal stability, and excellent purity for aggressive processing conditions.
- Sanatec Cutting Board High density polyethylene cutting board material up to three times longer lasting than competitive materials, formulated for commercial food preparation.
- Sanatec HDPE Formulated non-porous HDPE for food processing with superior scratch resistance, dishwasher safe, and does not absorb moisture, bacteria, or odors.
- Sanatec Lite HDPE Co-extruded HDPE with solid outer surfaces and foamed core, approximately 20% lighter than solid HDPE with closed cell moisture-resistant structure.
- Sanatec PP Cutting Board Polypropylene cutting board with improved stain resistance, harder surface, and higher temperature performance up to 212°F (100°C).
- Sanalite Cutting Board Premium cutting board material with NSF certification, FDA and USDA compliance, pebbled surface resisting acids for commercial food service and meat packing.
- Proteus HDPE HDPE with excellent impact resistance, high tensile strength, low moisture absorption, and FDA/USDA food handling compliance for tanks and material handling devices.
- Proteus Natural Homopolymer PP Crystalline homopolymer PP with high strength-to-weight ratio, chemical resistance, and FDA 21CFR 177.1520 compliance for plating equipment and chemical processing.
- TUFFAK IR Polycarbonate Polycarbonate sheet blocking UV and IR light for face shield applications meeting ANSI Z87.1, EN 169, and CSA Z94.3 standards for gas flame welding protection.
- Borotron HDPE Neutron Shielding HDPE with 5% elemental boron for neutron radiation shielding in medical vaults, hot cells, nuclear storage containers, and particle accelerators.
- Seaboard HDPE Marine Grade UV stabilized marine HDPE with superior stiffness, scratch and impact resistance for marine cabinetry, hatches, rails, and trim applications.
- Seaboard Lite HDPE Co-extruded HDPE with solid outer surfaces and foamed core, 20% lighter than solid HDPE, UL 94-HB rated for marine and outdoor cabinetry.
- Seaboard Supreme DS Foamed core HDPE with twice the stiffness and 50% expansion/contraction versus standard HDPE for seat bottoms and engine covers.
- Seaboard Grip-X UV stabilized textured HDPE with non-skid surface for steps, flooring, walkways, and swim platforms.
- Seaboard Endurabond Structural HDPE with enhanced adhesion and screw retention for marine fiberglass bracing, stringers, and support applications.
- Seaboard PVC Marine Board Foamed PVC for marine wood or metal replacement, lead and heavy metal free with premium UV package for long-term performance.
- Seaboard Utility HDPE Economical lightweight foamed HDPE for non-UV applications with superior scratch resistance and screw retention, FDA and USDA compliant.
- Celtec Thick Gauge PVC Expanded PVC in 32mm and 38mm thicknesses for monument signage and routed signs with bold print and design capabilities.
- Celtec Woodgrain PVC Cedar-like textured expanded PVC for wide format display applications, signage, P-O-P displays, and interior décor with superior UV performance.
- Playboard HDPE Colored HDPE sheets for modular playground systems, ice rinks, skate parks, and outdoor signs with UV stability and easy fabrication.
- Playboard Polycarve Multi-colored HDPE with contrasting surface and core colors for playgrounds, outdoor environments, and sign applications with superior UV performance.
- TIVAR UV Resistant UHMW UV stabilized UHMW polyethylene for outdoor material handling applications with UV resistance.
- Custom CNC Machining & Fabrication Services Precision CNC machining and fabrication services including cutting, routing, drilling, thermoforming, and welding to tolerances of ±0.001", from prototype quantities to production runs.
Quantifiable outcome
- Same-day delivery available for in-stock materials across 11 locations
- +3 more outcomes
Companies that use Port Plastics
Customer profileSegments6 records
Ideal customer profiles6 records
Port Plastics technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature4 records
Port Plastics partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
16 partnerships are on record, tiered core.
- EnsingercoreAuthorized distributor of Ensinger engineered plastics including TECAFINE HDPE, TECAFINE PP, TECATRON PPS, and TECANAT product lines for industrial applications.
- Saint-GobaincoreAuthorized distributor of Saint-Gobain high-performance plastic materials for industrial applications.
- RöchlingcoreAuthorized distributor of Röchling industrial plastics for manufacturing applications.
- Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced MaterialscoreAuthorized distributor including Borotron HDPE neutron shielding materials and other MCAM products.
- DaikincoreAuthorized distributor of Daikin fluoropolymer materials for industrial applications.
- SolvaycoreAuthorized distributor of Solvay high-performance polymers including Amodel, Ryton PPS, and KetaSpire PEEK.
- VictrexcoreAuthorized distributor of Victrex PEEK and related high-performance polymer materials.
- ArkemacoreAuthorized distributor of Arkema polymer materials including Kepstan PEKK and other specialty polymers.
- CovestrocoreAuthorized distributor of Covestro engineering plastics including Makrolon polycarbonate and other thermoplastics.
- SimonacoreAuthorized distributor of Simona products including Boltaron flame-retardant materials for aerospace and transportation compliance.
- VycomcoreAuthorized distributor of Vycom products including Seaboard marine grade HDPE, Celtec PVC, Sanatec food processing materials, and Flametec fluoropolymers.
- PlaskolitecoreAuthorized distributor of Plaskolite TUFFAK polycarbonate sheet products including IR, WG, MG, AU, and WC grades.
- SpartechcoreAuthorized distributor of Spartech Polycast acrylic products including aerospace/military grade, bullet resistant, UV/IR light control, and clear rods/tubes.
- Norplex-MicartacoreAuthorized distributor of Norplex-Micarta thermoset laminates including phenolic, epoxy glass, and silicone glass materials meeting MIL specifications.
- WestlakecoreAuthorized distributor of Westlake Plastics materials for industrial applications.
- Sekisui KydexcoreAuthorized distributor of Sekisui Kydex thermoplastics for industrial applications.
Scale indicators5 records
Recent moves1 record
Expansion highlights5 records
Port Plastics competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Cope Plastics: Family-owned industrial plastics distributor in the Midwest with fabrication services for engineering plastics serving similar industrial OEM customers. Directly comparable in size, distribution-plus-fabrication model, and customer verticals.
- Interstate Plastics: National industrial plastics distributor with fabrication services serving aerospace, semiconductor, medical, and food processing customers. Comparable in material portfolio, certifications, and value-added machining capabilities.
- Piedmont Plastics: National plastics distributor with 50+ locations distributing sheet, rod, tube, and film products with fabrication services across signage, industrial, and architectural end markets. Comparable in distribution-plus-fabrication model though broader in commodity plastics.
- Curbell Plastics: One of the largest US plastics distributors with multiple fabrication facilities, serving aerospace, medical, semiconductor, and industrial OEM customers with engineering plastics and custom machined parts. Closely comparable in business model and customer base.
- Professional Plastics: Direct national competitor distributing engineering plastics (PEEK, PTFE, polycarbonate, HDPE) with custom CNC fabrication across semiconductor, medical, and aerospace segments. Most directly comparable in product mix, certifications, and fabrication services.
Broad incumbents
- McMaster-Carr: Iconic industrial supplies catalog distributor with broad plastic sheet, rod, and tube offerings. Competes on convenience and speed for standard plastic products but is not specialized in engineering plastics or certified for aerospace/semiconductor.
- MSC Industrial: Large public industrial MRO distributor with a broad metalworking, cutting tool, and specialty materials catalog. Competes with Port Plastics on general industrial plastics and has the scale to encroach on specialty engineering plastics.
- Grainger: Largest US industrial distributor with very broad product catalog and growing specialty materials offering. Competes with Port Plastics for industrial customers but lacks the deep engineering plastics specialization and certifications.
- Röchling Engineering Plastics: Global manufacturer of engineering and high-performance plastics (Polystone, Susta, SUSTAPEEK). Port Plastics is an authorized distributor; Röchling also sells direct, making it both a supplier and a partial competitor on direct industrial accounts.
- Ensinger: Global engineering plastics manufacturer (TECAFINE, TECATRON, TECAPEEK) that also sells direct to industrial customers. Port Plastics is an authorized distributor; Ensinger represents both a key supplier and a competitive threat on direct accounts.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
Port Plastics social profiles
Digital presencePort Plastics compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance10 records
Port Plastics financial estimates
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Port Plastics leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles1 record
Port Plastics funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
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Port Plastics M&A and investment
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Frequently asked questions about Port Plastics
What does Port Plastics do?
Port Plastics distributes over 1,000 high-performance industrial plastic materials (including PEEK, PTFE, polycarbonate, acrylic, HDPE, UHMW, PVC, PPS, and specialty polymers) in sheets, rods, tubes, and custom-fabricated forms sourced from leading manufacturers. The company provides custom CNC machining and fabrication services (cutting, routing, drilling, thermoforming, and welding) with tolerances to ±0.001", serving manufacturers in semiconductor, energy, aerospace, medical, food & beverage, transportation, and marine industries through 11 US-based facilities.
Is Port Plastics a public or private company?
Port Plastics is a private company. It is classified as unknown and is currently operating.
When was Port Plastics founded?
Port Plastics was founded in 1960. It employs 101 to 250 people.
Where is Port Plastics based?
Port Plastics is headquartered in City Of Industry, United States, in the North America region.
How does Port Plastics make money?
Two revenue lines are on record. Engineering Plastics Distribution is the primary driver. The others are custom Fabrication Services.
Who are Port Plastics's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Cope Plastics, Interstate Plastics, Piedmont Plastics, Curbell Plastics and Professional Plastics. Broad incumbents are McMaster-Carr, MSC Industrial, Grainger, Röchling Engineering Plastics and Ensinger.
Does Port Plastics have an API?
No public API is recorded for Port Plastics.
What industry is Port Plastics in?
Port Plastics's product category is Industrial Plastics Distribution & Fabrication. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAEADAI, Engineering Plastics & Performance Resins (PC, PA, POM, PBT, PMMA), with a secondary code of IMANAHAC, Industrial & Protective Thermoformed Packaging (Dunnage, Trays, Clamshells). Its NAICS code is 3261 and its SIC code is 3080.