Lubrizol TPU – Thermoplastic Polyurethane
The Lubrizol Corporation, formerly known as BF Goodrich, began developing synthetic rubber compounding technologies in the 1950s and is one of the world’s earliest pioneers in TPU (Thermoplastic Polyurethane) materials. Lubrizol not only invented and commercialized TPU, but also strengthened its global leadership by acquiring the TPU businesses of Dow Chemical and SK Chemicals in 2008, making it one of the largest TPU manufacturers worldwide.
In addition, Lubrizol is the only global TPU producer offering UL-certified flame-retardant TPU grades, demonstrating outstanding reliability and technical leadership in material safety, stability, and quality control. Its products 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, featuring the following characteristics: good waterproofness and breathability, strong adhesion with low risk of delamination, and polyester- and polyether-based grades that are biodegradable in soil over several decades, offering environmental advantages. TPU has been widely used in Europe and the United States as a replacement for PVC, especially in textile lamination and garment processing.
Product Features Overview
．Excellent abrasion resistance, suitable 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, enabling a more environmentally friendly process with no toxic migration
．Good low-temperature resistance, maintaining flexibility in cold conditions
．Non-toxic and environmentally friendly, suitable for infant and medical applications
．Wide hardness range, with low-hardness grades offering tensile strength close to vulcanized rubber
．Versatile processing options including injection molding, extrusion, film blowing, and calendering
Main Applications
．Textile and garment lamination (functional fabrics, rainwear, sportswear)
．Footwear components (outsoles, midsoles, support structures)
．Packaging materials (biodegradable eco-friendly films)
．Electronic accessories (phone cases, cable jackets)
．Medical products (catheters, elastic bandages)
．Automotive components (seals, hoses, interior trim)
．Children’s products (non-toxic toys, protective pads)
．Industrial products (mechanical parts, industrial belts)
Estane® Series – S370
．Characteristics: Ultra-soft grade, plasticizer-free
．Applications: Medical devices, skin-contact products, wearable devices