Specialty materials and chemical company Celanese Corporation and EV manufacturer Li Auto have announced a joint initiative to launch an innovative ultra-low emission material in May. Hostaform POM XAP3 is said to have 90% lower formaldehyde emissions than the current mainstream industry level, and will be implemented in upcoming Li Auto’s vehicle models.
The development of the Hostaform POM XAP3 material has been based on Celanese’s third-generation low-emission technology platform.
“Celanese is committed to pioneering materials science to improve everyday life, and this new material is a perfect example of enhancing the travel experience through lower emissions for new car customers,” said Todd Elliott, senior vice president, engineered materials, Celanese. “This collaboration not only demonstrates our leadership in material innovation, but also marks our further expansion into the new energy vehicles market in China.”
“As consumers’ concern for in-vehicle environmental health continues to rise, a healthier cabin has become one of the core competencies of smart vehicles,” stated Jichao Duan, head of materials department at Li Auto. “We look forward to advancing technological progress in this field with Celanese, delivering a superior driving experience for our users.”
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