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Excellent soft-touch feel with Shore A hardness of 85, offering superior comfort and ergonomic performance.
Outstanding thermal stability for processing up to 230 °C without degradation or discoloration.
Good adhesion to polypropylene (PP) and polyethylene (PE) substrates without primer or surface treatment.
Low extractables and compliant with FDA 21 CFR §177.2600 for food-contact applications.
Recyclable and compatible with standard thermoplastic recycling streams.
Overmolded grips for power tools and hand-held appliances.
Sealing rings and gaskets for automotive fluid systems.
Soft-touch control buttons and interfaces in medical devices.
Consumer electronics casings and protective covers requiring impact absorption and tactile feedback.
Food-grade kitchenware components such as silicone-replacement spatula handles and container lids.
| Chemical Type | Thermoplastic Elastomer (TPE), Styrenic Block Copolymer (SBC)-based |
| Product Form | Pellets |
| Appearance | Off-white translucent granules |
| Shore A Hardness | 85 ± 2 |
| Melt Flow Rate (230 °C/5 kg) | 12 g/10 min |
| Density | 0.91 g/cm³ |
| Primary Applications | Overmolding, soft-touch finishing, sealing, food-contact components |
| Key Features | Soft-touch, PP/PE adhesion, FDA-compliant, thermal stability, recyclable |
Q1: What is the primary function of Coolpolymers D8102 TPE in thermoplastic elastomer formulations?
A: Coolpolymers D8102 TPE is a high-performance thermoplastic elastomer designed to enhance melt processability, improve surface finish, and provide balanced elasticity and thermal stability in TPE blends—particularly for injection-molded and extruded soft-touch components.
Q2: Is Coolpolymers D8102 TPE compatible with common thermoplastic matrices such as PP, SEBS, or TPU?
A: Yes, D8102 TPE demonstrates good compatibility with polypropylene (PP)-based TPE systems, styrenic block copolymers (e.g., SEBS), and certain polar thermoplastics—enabling homogeneous blending and stable phase morphology without requiring specialized compatibilizers in most standard formulations.
Q3: Can Coolpolymers D8102 TPE be used in applications requiring skin contact or food-contact proximity?
A: D8102 TPE is formulated without intentionally added heavy metals, phthalates, or primary aromatic amines. While it is not pre-certified for direct food contact or medical use, its composition supports evaluation for such applications—subject to full regulatory assessment and end-product testing by the formulator.
Q4: What processing conditions are recommended for optimal performance of D8102 TPE?
A: D8102 TPE processes smoothly across standard injection molding and extrusion equipment. Typical melt temperatures range from 170 °C to 210 °C, with mold temperatures between 20 °C and 50 °C. Drying is generally not required unless material has been exposed to high humidity for extended periods.
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