Lubrizol TPU GP A

Lubrizol TPU Thermoplastic Polyurethane

The Lubrizol Corporation, formerly known as BF Goodrich, began developing synthetic rubber compounding technologies as early as the 1950s and is recognized as one of the world’s pioneers in the research and commercialization of TPU (Thermoplastic Polyurethane). Lubrizol not only invented and commercialized TPU materials, but also strengthened its global leadership by acquiring the TPU businesses of Dow Chemical and SK Chemicals in 2008. Today, Lubrizol is one of the world’s largest TPU manufacturers.

In addition, Lubrizol is the only global TPU producer offering UL-certified flame-retardant TPU grades, demonstrating outstanding reliability and technological 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-grade elastomer that combines high tensile strength with excellent flexibility, offering the following characteristics:

Good waterproof performance and oxygen permeability
Excellent adhesion with low risk of delamination
Polyester- and polyether-based grades are naturally degradable when buried in soil over several decades, offering environmental advantages
Widely used in European and North American markets as a replacement for PVC, especially in textile lamination and garment processing applications

Product Features Overview

• Excellent abrasion resistance, suitable for high-wear applications
• High toughness and strength with superior tensile and tear resistance
• Outstanding fatigue resistance for long-term bending and repeated use
• Good oil resistance, suitable for oil-contact environments
• Excellent elasticity with stable performance and rubber-like resilience
• No plasticizers required, making the process more environmentally friendly and non-toxic
• Strong low-temperature resistance, maintaining flexibility under cold conditions
• Environmentally friendly and non-toxic, suitable for infant and medical applications
• Wide hardness range; low-hardness products achieve tensile strength comparable to vulcanized rubber
• Versatile processing methods, including injection molding, extrusion, film blowing, and calendering

Main Application Areas

• Textile and garment lamination (functional fabrics, waterproof jackets, sportswear)
• Footwear components (outsoles, midsoles, support structures)
• Packaging materials (biodegradable and eco-friendly films)
• Electronic accessories (phone cases, cable jackets)
• Medical products (catheters, elastic bandages)
• Automotive industry (seals, hoses, interior trim components)
• Children’s products (non-toxic toys, protective pads)
• Industrial products (mechanical parts, industrial belts)

Estane® Series – GP A
Characteristics: High mechanical performance
Applications: Industrial components and products requiring durability and compressive strength