Bio TPU

TPU derived from renewable resources. Serving the most technologically demanding markets.

Bio TPU by Lubrizol is a revolutionary line of bio-based* thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) that’s made with renewable-sourced material (content ranging from approximately 30%–70%*). Bio TPU's performance and benefits are comparable to, and sometimes even better than traditional petroleum-based TPU, and can range in hardness from 82 Shore A to 55 Shore D. Bio TPU is commercialized as ESTANE^® ECO (previously known as Pearlthane™ ECO) for molded, extruded and coextruded end applications, and as Pearlbond™ ECO for adhesive formulations. To learn more, please watch our new sustainability video here.

Outstanding Benefits of Bio TPU

• Superior chemical, high temperature and abrasion resistance
• Low density
• Cold temperature flexibility
• UV and hydrolysis resistance
• Transparency
• Outstanding mechanical properties
• Good bonding to nylon and other substrates
• Renewable-sourced, sustainable solution

Applications

• Formulations of reactive polyurethane hot-melts (HMPUR) used in furniture, automotive, textile, book-binding, and footwear
• Textile coatings for shoe stiffeners (toe puffs & counters) and hot melt adhesives
• Hoses, timing belts and molded parts for various market segments, such as footwear, automotive, industrial, consumer electronics, and sports/recreation
• Additive manufacturing: a bio-based grade is available for fused filament fabrication with a broad 3D printing window.

Lubrizol Bio TPU Product Solutions

ESTANE^® ECO TPU Portfolio

If you need a bio-based resin for adhesives, see: Pearlbond™ ECO TPU

For more information on our 3D printing grade for filaments, click here: ESTANE^® 3D ECO TPU

*Bio-based content as certified in accordance with ASTM D6866