BounCell-X™ TPU Foam

Better performance for users and increased manufacturing automation for producers

Recognizing a critical need for a high quality midsole material that benefits both users and manufacturers, Lubrizol Engineered Polymers formulated a unique material made from thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) chemistry and a unique physical foam injection molding technology with nitrogen gas to form BounCell-X™ -a low density, plasticizer-free, recyclable*, thermoplastic foam that outperforms competing materials in cushioning, compression, and durability.

In addition to numerous physical property benefits, BounCell-X™ provides footwear companies with enhanced performance through sustainable manufacturing. BounCell-X increases automation thereby reducing dependency on manual labor, improving quality, and reducing material scrap. BounCell-X also does not require any pre-treatment application of chemicals, which enhances environmental friendliness, safety and greatly reduces overall production time and complexity.

Outstanding Benefits

• Light weight
• Outstanding long-term cushioning
• Thin solid skin for durable TPU performance
• Broad property range: hardness and energy absorption/return
• High efficiency injection molding process with over-molding feasibility
• Use of Industrial regrind/post-consumer recycling* possibility due to no crosslinking or chemical blowing agents in foaming process

Applications

• Footwear cushion for midsoles
• Personal protective gears
• Protective parts for electric and electronic devices
• Cushioning components in transportation, furniture, and consumer products
• Automotive interiors

Technical Data Sheets

• ESTANE^® BCX TPU (BounCell-X^TM)

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