Polycarbonate (PC) remains the most widely used material in manufacturing phone cases because it is lightweight but durable and impact- and heat-resistant. It can be transparent, appealing to users who want to protect their devices while showing off their unique designs, and is also available in various colors. In addition, PC is UV-resistant and therefore not prone to discoloration and damage from exposure to sunlight. While not inherently having a nonslip quality, it can be subjected to additional treatments for slip resistance. This thermoplastic is easy to mold as well, allowing a wide range customization of designs and shapes.
In the mobile phone case market, the PC category accounts for the bulk of units in circulation, with TPU, silicone and others making up the rest, according to QY Research. The Asia-Pacific region leads, followed by North America and Europe. Lucintel projects the global mobile phone protective case market will be on the scale of $32.2 billion by 2030, posting a CAGR of 5.8 percent from 2024. The major drivers are the rising demand for smartphones and for protecting and personalizing them, as well as the expanding reach of e-commerce.
In South Korea, manufacturers capitalize on this material’s advantages and combine them with TPU for an added layer of protection. They also offer phone cases with magnetic ring plates to secure devices onto surfaces to keep them in place, including when charging wirelessly.
PC back phone case with magnetic ring, selfie stick tripod
Company: KDLab Inc.
KDLab offers the Duple M or AR20-01848A, a transparent PC back phone case with a magnetic ring plate made of N52-grade neodymium magnets. This product is subjected to military drop testing. It comes with the Magfie Pod or AR60-01727B, a selfie-stick tripod made of ABS, PC, aluminum alloy, silicone and rubber. The 193g stick tripod features a remote control with a 40m range. These devices meet CE, FCC and TELEC standards. They are available in clear, white, black, blue and pink.
MOQ: 5 sets
Lead time: 7 to 28 days
Magnetic bumper case
Company: Mercury Corp.
Model Magnetic Door Bumper from Mercury is designed for the Galaxy S24 Series. It is made of PC and TPU and has camera and earphone cutouts for easy access. This nonslip case has storage space for two cards and a mirror. It is available in black, navy blue, red, white, pink and lilac.
MOQ: 100 pieces or 50 pieces per color
Lead time: 14 business days
Hybrid bumper case
Company: Molancano Korea Co. Ltd
For iPhone 15 Pro, this crystal hybrid bumper case from Molancano consists of a transparent PC back panel with a scratch-resistant coating and TPU sides for a nonslip, comfortable grip. It measures 77x155x12 mm and weighs 33g. This case does not interfere with the phone’s wireless charging capability.
MOQ: 1,000 pieces
Lead time: 10 to 15 days
PC and TPU phone case with impact-absorbing corners
Company: Rearth Inc.
Rearth’s Ringke Fusion x Magnetic for Galaxy S24 Ultra is made of PC and TPU. It has a rugged frame with impact-absorbing corners and a full cover for the cameras. This case passed the US military drop testing standard MIL STD 810G-5166. It a magnetic ring plate compatible with fast chargers, card holders and car mounts. This 39g case is in matte black.
MOQ: 300 pieces
Lead time: 10 workdays
Snug-fit PC phone case
Company: Roar KC Tech Corp. Ltd
Model Pure Simple Fit Case from Roar KC is made of PC and comes in navy blue, purple, black and clear variants. It fits snugly and offers protection from scratches, dings and other damage. This case can be made for iPhone, Samsung, Huawei and Xiaomi models.
MOQ: 50 pieces per color
Lead time: 15 days
PC and TPU phone case compatible with wireless charging
Company: Woyc Korea Co. Ltd
Model Device-TCB-CS-G/M from Woyc has a built-in magnetic ring plate for secure wireless charging, an impact-resistant PC shell and inner TPU lining. It can be made to fit iPhone, Galaxy and Pixel devices. Available colors are matte white, glossy white, matte silver and glossy silver. This case meets the RoHS and REACH standards.
MOQ: 50 pieces
Lead time: 10 to 14 days
