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Excellent soft-touch feel with balanced hardness (Shore A 35) for ergonomic and aesthetic design.
Good processability via injection molding and extrusion, enabling high-volume production with low cycle times.
Outstanding adhesion to polypropylene (PP) and polyethylene (PE), eliminating need for primers or surface treatment.
Enhanced weather resistance and UV stability suitable for outdoor-facing components.
Compliant with RoHS and REACH regulations, supporting sustainable manufacturing and global market access.
Automotive interior trim: door panels, dashboard overlays, and center console accents.
Consumer electronics: protective casings, grips for power tools, and wearable device housings.
Household appliances: control knobs, seals, and soft-grip handles for kitchen and laundry equipment.
Medical device components: non-critical external housings and ergonomic interfaces requiring tactile comfort.
Industrial packaging: flexible closures, gaskets, and tamper-evident seals for rigid containers.
| Chemical Type | Thermoplastic Elastomer (TPE) — PP-based thermoplastic vulcanizate (TPV) |
| Product Form | Pellets |
| Appearance | Beige to light tan granules, free-flowing, uniform size |
| Hardness (Shore A) | 35 ± 2 |
| Melt Flow Index (190°C/2.16 kg) | 12–18 g/10 min |
| Density | 0.94–0.96 g/cm³ |
| Key Features | Soft-touch surface, PP/PE compatibility, thermal stability up to 120°C short-term |
| Primary Applications | Overmolding, co-extrusion, and two-shot molding on polyolefin substrates |
Q1: What is the primary function of Hyundai EP1035NM/1002 TPE in polymer formulations?
A: Hyundai EP1035NM/1002 TPE is a thermoplastic elastomer modifier designed to enhance flexibility, impact resistance, and melt processability—particularly in polypropylene (PP) and polyethylene (PE)-based compounds. It functions as a compatibilizing and toughening agent rather than a primary structural resin.
Q2: Is this grade suitable for applications requiring food contact compliance?
A: Hyundai EP1035NM/1002 TPE is formulated without intentionally added heavy metals or plasticizers of high regulatory concern. However, final food-contact suitability depends on the full formulation, processing conditions, and applicable regional regulations—end users must conduct appropriate migration testing and obtain certification for their specific application.
Q3: How does EP1035NM/1002 perform under repeated flexing or cyclic stress?
A: As a dynamically vulcanized TPE based on EPDM rubber dispersed in a polyolefin matrix, it exhibits excellent fatigue resistance and long-term elasticity retention—making it well-suited for components subjected to repeated bending, sealing, or vibration damping in automotive interior trim and appliance housings.
Q4: Can this TPE be overmolded onto rigid polypropylene substrates?
A: Yes—EP1035NM/1002 is specifically engineered for strong interfacial adhesion to PP, enabling reliable two-shot or multi-material injection molding. Optimal bonding requires proper mold temperature control, substrate surface cleanliness, and compatibility verification with the target PP grade.
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