Polyoxymethylene (POM), also commonly known as Acetal, is a naturally white semi-crystalline thermoplastic. It is used to produce precision parts that require high resistance to abrasion and heat, low friction, good dimensional stability, resistance to water absorption, and high tolerance to organic chemical compounds (e.g. hydrocarbons). It is a very high tensile strength plastic with significant creep resistant properties that bridge the material properties gap between most plastics and metals. Typical applications include small gears, consumer electronics, plastic zippers, medical devices, and furniture components such as the plastic feet underneath a couch.