Lubrizol TPU Thermoplastic Polyurethane
The Lubrizol Corporation, formerly known as BF Goodrich, began developing synthetic rubber compounding technologies in the 1950s and is recognized as one of the earliest pioneers in the research, development, and commercialization of TPU (Thermoplastic Polyurethane). In 2008, Lubrizol further strengthened its global leadership by acquiring the TPU businesses of Dow Chemical and SK Chemicals, and is now one of the world’s largest TPU producers.
Lubrizol is also the only global manufacturer offering UL-certified flame-retardant TPU grades, demonstrating exceptional reliability and technical leadership in material safety, stability, and quality control. Its materials are widely trusted and adopted across the automotive, electronics, medical, and textile industries.
TPU (Thermoplastic Polyurethane) is an engineering elastomer that combines high tensile strength with excellent flexibility, offering the following characteristics:
．Good water resistance and breathability
．Excellent adhesion with low risk of delamination
．Polyester and polyether grades are naturally degradable when buried in soil over several decades, providing environmental benefits
．Widely used in Europe and the U.S. as a replacement for PVC, especially in textile lamination and garment processing
Product Features Overview
．Excellent abrasion resistance for high-wear applications
．High toughness and strength with outstanding tensile and tear resistance
．Superior fatigue resistance for repeated bending and long-term use
．Good oil resistance for oily environments
．Excellent elasticity with rubber-like resilience and softness
．No plasticizers required, ensuring a more eco-friendly and non-toxic process
．Strong low-temperature resistance, maintaining flexibility in cold conditions
．Environmentally friendly and non-toxic, suitable for infant and medical products
．Wide hardness range; low-hardness grades achieve tensile strength comparable to vulcanized rubber
．Versatile processing options including injection molding, extrusion, blown film, and calendering
Main Application Areas
．Textile and garment lamination (functional fabrics, waterproof jackets, sportswear)
．Footwear components (outsoles, midsoles, support structures)
．Packaging materials (biodegradable eco-friendly films)
．Electronic accessories (phone cases, cable jacketing)
．Medical products (catheters, elastic bandages)
．Automotive applications (seals, hoses, interior trim components)
．Children’s products (non-toxic toys, protective pads)
．Industrial products (mechanical parts, industrial belts)
Estane® Series – 2102
．Feature: High-performance (lactone-based) TPU
．Applications: Mechanical parts, sealing gaskets, and structural protective components used in high-temperature or chemical-exposure environments