Lubrizol develops a high-performing, sustainable ESTANE® TPU solution for vegan synthetic leather applications

CLEVELAND, Ohio – February 28, 2022 – Lubrizol Engineered Polymers has developed a high-performing ESTANE® thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) solution for vegan and sustainable synthetic leather applications that delivers high durability, enhanced comfort and pleasing aesthetics. This advanced ESTANE TPU technology also contributes to cleaner air quality in vehicle interiors due to its lower volatile organic content.

Lubrizol is partnering with industry-leading players to meet the growing demand to enhance consumer’s driving experience with automotive interiors that are stylish, durable, highly functional, while also balancing a reduced impact on the environment. This new application of advanced ESTANE technology does not use any solvents and can be recycled*, improving the overall sustainability footprint.

The innovative ESTANE TPU technology can be processed by extrusion or calendaring. This enables synthetic leather producers to use ESTANE TPU in their existing processes. It offers a high-performing solution with excellent wear and crack resistance, soft-touch haptics, and design versatility with colors and embossing.

With more than 60 years of experience, Lubrizol Engineered Polymers has added a versatile and flexible product to the ESTANE portfolio that is solvent-free and made to last.

For more information, please visit our web site: www.lubrizol.com/engineered-polymers.

*Recyclability is based on access to a readily available standard recycling program that supports such materials. Products may not be available in all areas.

About The Lubrizol Corporation

The Lubrizol Corporation, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a science-based company whose specialty chemistry delivers sustainable solutions to advance mobility, improve well-being and enhance modern life. Every day, the innovators of Lubrizol strive to create extraordinary value for customers at the intersection of science, market needs and business success, driving discovery and creating breakthrough solutions that enhance life and make the world work better. Founded in 1928, Lubrizol has global reach and local presence, with more than 100 manufacturing facilities, sales and technical offices and 8,000 employees around the world. For more information, visit www.Lubrizol.com.

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