Lubrizol TPU GP E

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 one of the world’s earliest pioneers in the research and promotion of TPU (Thermoplastic Polyurethane) materials. Lubrizol not only invented and commercialized TPU at an early stage, but also further strengthened its global market leadership by acquiring the TPU business units of Dow Chemical and SK Chemicals in 2008. Today, Lubrizol is one of the largest TPU manufacturers worldwide.

In addition, Lubrizol is the only global manufacturer offering UL-certified flame-retardant TPU grades, demonstrating a high level of reliability and technological leadership in material safety, stability, and quality control. Its products are widely trusted and adopted across industries including automotive, electronics, medical, and textiles.

TPU (Thermoplastic Polyurethane) is an engineering-grade elastomer that combines high tensile strength with excellent flexibility, featuring the following characteristics:

• Good waterproof performance and gas permeability
• Excellent adhesion with low risk of delamination
• Polyester- and polyether-based grades offer natural degradability when buried in soil over several decades, providing environmental benefits
• Widely used in European and North American markets as a replacement for PVC, especially in textile lamination and garment processing

Key Product Features Overview

• Excellent abrasion resistance for high-wear applications
• High toughness and strength with outstanding tensile and tear resistance
• Superior fatigue resistance, suitable for long-term bending and repeated use
• Good oil resistance for use in oil-exposed environments
• Excellent elasticity with rubber-like resilience and softness
• No plasticizers required, enabling more environmentally friendly processing with no toxic release
• Strong low-temperature resistance while maintaining flexibility
• Non-toxic and environmentally friendly, suitable for infant products and medical devices
• Wide adjustable hardness range; low-hardness grades offer tensile strength comparable to vulcanized rubber
• Versatile processing methods including injection molding, extrusion, film blowing, and calendaring

Main Application Areas

• Textile and garment lamination (functional fabrics, waterproof jackets, sportswear)
• Footwear components (outsoles, midsoles, structural supports)
• Packaging materials (biodegradable eco-friendly films)
• Electronic accessories (phone cases, wire and cable jackets)
• 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 – GP E

Characteristics: General-purpose molding grade
Applications: General consumer products, basic plastic components, and simple injection-molded parts