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Who We Are...


Established in 1981, Distinctive Plastics is a custom plastic injection molder specializing in "Technical Injection Molding Services" such as Multi-shot Molding, IMD (In-Mold Decorating), IMA (In-Mold Assembly) and Vertical-Insert Molding. We also offer standard Horizontal molding, with capacities from 28-ton / 1-ounce to 500-ton / 62-ounce.

Our full service philosophy assures you that we can assist you from conception through production. We offer full engineering services including consultation, product design assistance, mold flow analysis, and mold design. Our Technical Services department offers In-House tooling capability along with local and off-shore sourcing of precision injection molds.

Our molding department offers competent processing of most all engineering grade and commodity resins, with experience in 2-shot molding, insert-molding, over-molding, hot runners and valve gates. As a value-added molder we include such services as ultrasonic welding, pad printing, hot stamping and assembly.

Our modern 44,000 square foot facility in Vista, California was custom built after years of careful design and study. Being the fourth building to house this company, much experience went into the design and layout. Our Injection Molding and Tooling departments are second to none and the plant layout makes for an ease of material handling and flow of finished goods. All this just makes it easier to assure our customers "On-Time and Quality" products.


Our Vision


It is the goal of this company to supply quality products and services to our customers in a timely manner and at a reasonable price; and to provide our employees with a safe and pleasant work environment. We are further committed to a company-wide program for continuous quality improvement.

Distinctive Plastics  | 1385 Decision St. Vista CA 92083    v. (760) 599-9100 f. (760) 599-1919