APILON™ 52 BIO grades are urethane-based thermoplastic bioplastics (TPE-U or TPU) containing raw materials from renewable sources and offering the same performance as traditional fossil-based TPUs. We developed APILON™ 52 BIO in face of the increasing importance of ethical principles in the world of fashion. It is part of an evolution towards an eco-sustainable economy that brings social, economic and environmental advantages.
The family of APILON™ 52 BIO materials includes soft and rigid grades (ester, ether, ester-ether-based). We also offer special haptic compounds which give the product rubbery and matt properties. These bio-based bioplastics offer significant environmental benefits by reducing the emissions of greenhouse gases (e.g. carbon dioxide) and saving fossil-based resources for future generations.
The broad range of APILON™ 52 BIO grades allows for use of these polymers and compounds in a huge variety of applications, both in footwear and in leather goods. Beyond these applications, APILON™ 52 BIO can also be used in automotive and engineering, cosmetics and personal care, medical, packaging, sporting goods, toys and gadgets.
The main technical characteristics of APILON™ 52 BIO Bio-based TPU Polymers and Compounds are:
- Rigid grades with hardness in the range of 40–74 ShD
- Soft grades with hardness in the range of 65–90 ShA and good abrasion resistance lower than 70–100 mm3 (DIN 53516)
- Special haptic compound with rubbery, matt effect
- High bio-based content with environmental benefits measured with the Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)
- Resistant to oil, grease and chemicals
- Resistant to low temperatures
- Colorability
- *Recyclability
Our APILON™ 52 BIO grades are renowned for good processability with numerous transformation technologies including injection molding, extrusion, rigid-soft overmolding, coagulation and calendering. Contact our bioplastic experts to learn more about the products benefits for your applications.
Applications:
- Accessories
- Belts & Buckles
- Boots
- Coagulants & Coatings
- Expanded Soles/Midsoles/Slippers
- Fittings
- Flippers
- Heel
- Logos, Labels & Buttons
- Shoe Uppers
- Soles
- Sustainable Textiles
- Hospital Clogs
- Extruded Textiles
- Mountain/Trekking Shoes
- Running Shoes
- Ski Boots
Transformation Technologies:
- Injection Molding
- Extrusion
- Hard/Soft Overmolding
- Coagulation
- Calendering
*According to the Association of Plastic Recyclers definition, which is based on OECD guideline and based on the data of LIFE16 ENV/ES00254 project of the European Union. Recyclable in select facilities; availability may vary by region.
