Lubrizol TPU X1339

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, development, and commercialization of TPU (Thermoplastic Polyurethane) materials. Lubrizol not only invented and commercialized TPU, but also 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 world’s largest TPU manufacturers.

In addition, Lubrizol is the only TPU producer worldwide offering UL-certified flame-retardant TPU grades, demonstrating its high level of 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 elastomer that combines high tensile strength with excellent flexibility, featuring the following characteristics:

Good waterproof performance and oxygen permeability
Excellent adhesion with low risk of delamination
Polyester and polyether grades offer natural degradability, capable of decomposing in soil over several decades, providing environmental benefits
Widely used in Europe and North America as a replacement for PVC, particularly in textile lamination and garment processing applications

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 long-term bending and repeated use
• Good oil resistance for use in oil-exposed environments
• Excellent elasticity with stable, rubber-like performance
• No plasticizers required, offering a more environmentally friendly and non-toxic process
• Strong low-temperature resistance, maintaining flexibility in cold conditions
• Environmentally friendly and non-toxic, suitable for infant and medical applications
• Wide hardness range; low-hardness grades offer tensile strength close 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 and eco-friendly packaging films)
• Electronic accessories (phone cases, cable insulation)
• 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
X1339

Features: TPU grade designed for airbag applications
Applications: Automotive airbag coatings, vehicle explosion-resistant and safety structural materials