Publication: Sep 08, 2023 Last updated: Feb 27, 2026

Elevating Toy Safety and Creativity 


The versatility of TPE materials has reimagined the landscape of toy design. Its flexibility enables the creation of intricate shapes, soft textures, and captivating sensory experiences. 

The world of children is illuminated by the magic of toys - igniting creativity, imagination and bringing boundless joy. Recognizing the significance of these cherished companions, KRAIBURG TPE is elevating the toy industry by redefining the very essence of toy design, manufacturing, and enjoyment through its unparalleled thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) materials.

Parents' unwavering concern for toy safety and material composition have fueled a demand for innovation that prioritizes both well-being and imagination. As a global manufacturer of thermoplastic elastomer materials and bespoke solutions, KRAIBURG TPE proudly introduces its premium THERMOLAST® K FC/AD/PP series, specially curated for the world of toys.

With an unwavering commitment to excellence, KRAIBURG TPE has engineered its TPE materials to meet the highest quality standards and cater to the paramount need for safety. The THERMOLAST® K FC/AD/PP series brings many benefits, ensuring exceptional experience for children and parents alike.

Safe, Durable, and Stylish Toys

The series is a testament to KRAIBURG TPE's innovative prowess, boasting remarkable adhesion to PP materials. It is available in an array of natural and translucent colors, opening up a spectrum of colorful and trendy toy applications. Ensuring the utmost in safety and compliance, these compounds adhere to rigorous standards, ensuring soft touch, durability and extended lifespan of toys.

The versatility of TPE materials has reimagined the landscape of toy design. Its flexibility enables the creation of intricate shapes, soft textures, and captivating sensory experiences. From squeezable toys to action figures, TPE transforms the mundane into captivating playmates to nurture a child's creativity and imagination.

KRAIBURG TPE's THERMOLAST® K FC/AD/PP series brings a suite of material advantages, including optimized flow properties, colorability, and being free from animal ingredients. Compliant with Regulation (EU) No 10/2011, US FDA CFR 21, China GB4806-2016, and EN71-3, these materials are a hallmark of safety and quality. Moreover, the compatibility for HDPE and PP recycling, certified by Cyclos HTP, underlines KRAIBURG TPE's commitment to sustainability.

Sustainability successes of our TPEs

Besides toy applications, KRAIBURG TPE’s recent sustainability innovations include a series of material solutions specially developed for automotive, consumer, consumer electronics, wearables and industry applications. Comprising up to 48% post-consumer recycled (PCR) and 50% post-industrial recycled (PIR) content, the material complies with multiple global standards such as FDA raw material compliance, RoHS and REACH SVHC requirements. KRAIBURG TPE also provides customers with product carbon footprint values.

 

Are you looking for a sustainable TPE solution? Talk to us!

Our experts are happy to answer any questions you have, as well as to offer the right solution for your application.

KRAIBURG TPE Quick Facts
 

  • Founded in 2001 as an independent business unit of the KRAIBURG Group 
  • HQ & Production Site: Waldkraiburg / Germany
  • Regional HQ & Production site: Kuala Lumpur / Malaysia, Atlanta / USA
  • Products: Thermoplastic Elastomer Compounds
  • Brands: THERMOLAST®, COPEC®, HIPEX®, and For Tec E®
  • Markets: EMEA, APAC, Americas
  • Employees: 660

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