TPU-Bio-Based Thermoplastic Polyurethane Materials

TPU-Bio-based Thermoplastic Polyurethane Materials

Bio-based thermoplastic polyurethane material, made of renewable materials (content of about 30%-70%). The performance and advantages are comparable to those of traditional petroleum-based thermoplastic polyurethane, and in some aspects even better. The hardness of this product ranges from 82A to 55D.

Application：

Power cord jacket material

Features：

chemical resistance, high temperature resistance, abrasion resistance, low density, low temperature toughness, UV resistance, hydrolysis resistance, renewable source, meet SGS, ROHS, TO10.0, etc.

Bio-based thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) is a new type of environmentally friendly material. It uses renewable resources (such as corn, castor oil, cassava, etc.) as raw materials to partially or completely replace traditional petroleum-based raw materials, thereby reducing dependence on fossil fuels and reducing the carbon footprint of the product throughout its life cycle.

The Characteristics of Bio-based TPU Include

Bio-based content: The bio-based content of bio-based TPU can be very high. For example, the TPU with a bio-based content of up to 97% developed by Korean scientists shows its great potential in environmental protection.

Performance: Bio-based TPU is comparable to petrochemical-based TPU in physical properties, with high strength, high toughness, oil resistance and anti-yellowing properties, suitable for various applications.

Application areas: Bio-based TPU can be used in many fields such as footwear, film, consumer electronics, food contact materials, etc., providing the same versatility as traditional TPU.

Environmental protection: Bio-based TPU reduces the impact on the environment during the production process and is a representative of sustainable development and green chemistry.

Biocompatibility: Some bio-based TPU grades, such as Texin® Rx, are also biocompatible and meet the needs of healthcare applications, such as the biocompatibility testing requirements of ISO 10993-1.

With the advancement of technology and the improvement of environmental awareness, the development and application of bio-based TPU are gradually increasing. For example, Wanhua Chemical has launched TPU products made of 100% bio-based raw materials. These products use bio-based pentamethylene diisocyanate (PDI) made from corn stalks, and the additives also come from renewable resources, showing the application potential of bio-based TPU in multiple fields。

Product Parameters

Test Items	VALUE	Typical Value	UNIT	Method
Density	1. 17± 0.05	1.17	g/cm3	GB/T 1033
Hardness	85±3	85	HA	GB/T 2411
Brittle temperature	≤-40	-40	℃	GB/T 5470
UL temperature grade	90	90	℃	UL
Properties
Tensile strength before aging	≥20	26	MPa	GB/T 1040
Elongation at break before aging	≥400	550	%	GB/T 1040
Performance after aging \| 110℃× 168h
Tensile strength retention rate	≥70	86	%	GB/T 2951. 12
Elongation at break retention rate	≥70	95	%	GB/T 2951. 12
Tear resistance	≥40	50	N/mm	CQC1103-2015 Excursus B
Oil resistance \| IRM902,100℃*168H
Tensile strength retention rate	≥70	82	%	/
Elongation retention rate	≥70	95	%	/
80℃*168H Hot water resistance
Tensile strength retention rate	≥70	78	%	/
Elongation retention rate	≥70	97	%	/
Electrical performance
Volume resistivity at 20℃	≥1.0 × 1014	4.5 × 1014	Ω .cm	IEC 60093
Flame characteristics
Oxygen index	≥24	25	%	GB/T 2406

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FAQS

What Are Your Main Products?

Angreen Main Products
Angreen's main products include cross-linked polyolefins (XLPO), cross-linked polyethylene (XLPE) of various types of cross-linked materials, low smoke zero halogen (LSZH) series materials, thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU), thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs), silicone, EPDM, PVC and other materials.
Widely used in various wires, cables, optical fiber cables, UL cables, TUV cables and other fields, covering new energy vehicles, artificial intelligence, robots, rail transit, high-speed rail subways, equipment, ships, 5G optical communications, building decoration, photovoltaics, electricity, power generation, wind energy, mining, medical, ocean and other professional fields.
Do You Have A Research And Development Team?

Angreen Has A Senior And Professional R&D Team.
Yes, Angreen has a senior and experienced R&D team, including 3 PhDs in polymer materials, 1 postdoctoral fellow in chemistry and chemical engineering, and 2 specially appointed professors. It has strong experimental R&D capabilities and independent patented technologies, and has multiple R&D divisions, each of which is led by PhD leaders.
R&D departments include:
Low smoke and halogen-free materials division
TPE materials division
TPU materials division
New energy materials division
Silicone products division
Angreen has established in-depth cooperation with key universities and research institutions such as the University of Science and Technology of China, and has established a basic R&D laboratory in the laboratory of USTC. PhDs from USTC and corporate R&D technicians conduct preliminary research and development of various new products at home and abroad for various cutting-edge technologies, providing reliable R&D technical support for leading technologies.
At the same time, the company has a senior and experienced R&D team with strong experimental R&D capabilities and independent patented technologies, and has multiple R&D divisions, each of which is led by PhD leaders. In addition, we have established close cooperative relations with many national key laboratories of key universities and scientific research institutions such as the University of Science and Technology of China, and can provide comprehensive combustion experiments including large-scale combustion, B1, CPR, etc., a full range of performance and R&D demonstration tests, and all-round product R&D solutions.
Angreen is also a designated postdoctoral research workstation of the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security, Anhui Province Wire and Cable Materials Engineering Technology Research Center, New Product and New Technology Cooperation Base of East China University of Science and Technology, Graduate Internship Base of University of Science and Technology of China, Polymer Materials Laboratory Base of Tongji University, and Industry-University-Research Transformation Base of Wire and Cable Materials of Zhejiang University.
Can You Produce Custom Products?

Yes, ll of Angreen's products can be custom-designed and manufactured to meet your application needs and product directions effectively and reasonably.
The Process Of Customizing Products Is As Follows
1. Customer Demand
Customers provide product requirements and technical parameters.

2. Customized R&D
Our R&D team develops products according to customer needs and provides corresponding physical properties and quotations.

3. Sample Production
If the physical properties and quotations meet customer expectations, our company will produce samples and send them to customers.

4. Customer Testing
Customers take samples for testing to check whether relevant performance meets product requirements.

5. Customer Confirmation
Customer test samples meet the requirements. If not, our company will continue to adjust parameters.

6. Mass Production
After obtaining customer confirmation, we immediately start mass production of products to ensure timely delivery.

7. Logistics Coordination
After the product is produced，we will ensure that the product is delivered safely and on time through professional logistics services.

8. Full Tracking
We monitor the entire logistics process to ensure that customers are aware of product dynamics at any time.

9. Professional Suggestions
Provide customers with the best manufacturing suggestions to improve their production efficiency and product quality.

TPU-Bio-Based Thermoplastic Polyurethane Materials