Publication: Aug 13, 2023 Last updated: Jun 24, 2025

Sustainable TPE and innovative Automotive TPE solutions at T-PLAS 2023


Together with its latest automotive TPE solutions, the company is set to impress in the T-PLAS 2023 Exhibition from 20 until 23 September at Hall 102, Booth no. Q15, BITEC Bangkok.
 

KRAIBURG TPE has launched its new sustainable TPEs comprising of up to 48% PCR and 50% PIR recycled content. Together with its latest automotive TPE solutions, the company is set to impress in the T-PLAS 2023 Exhibition from 20 until 23 September at Hall 102, Booth no. Q15, BITEC Bangkok.

KRAIBURG TPE, a global TPE manufacturer of thermoplastic elastomer products and custom-engineered TPE solutions for a wide range of industries and applications, is set to present its sustainable TPE series and automotive innovative TPE series for the Asia Pacific market at the show.

High demand for more sustainable materials

More manufacturers are now incorporating sustainable materials into their products to meet increasing consumer demand for sustainable products. These have recycled content, are recyclable, or are produced with renewable materials. In a market saturated with new materials, thermoplastic elastomers (TPE) excel in meeting both the high-performance and sustainability criteria of manufacturers in contributing towards a more circular and sustainable economy.

Additionally, the rapid development of the automotive market has driven higher demand for new innovative materials, specifically in performance and vehicle aesthetics – providing solid support to automotive manufacturers via the latest TPE innovations in this competitive market.

New Sustainable TPE for food contact, consumer electronics and industrial applications

KRAIBURG TPE’s latest sustainable TPE series for the Asia Pacific targets the consumer electronics, wearable, consumer, and industry markets. The sustainable TPE series comprise up to 48% post-consumer recycled (PCR) and 50% post-industrial recycled (PIR) contents.

Furthermore, the series feature good adhesion to PP, PC and ABS with non-sticky surface, good mechanical properties, and temperature stability up to 80°C. It also complies with multiple global standards such as FDA raw material compliance, RoHS and REACH SVHC requirements. It is ideal for applications such as electric and electronic components, wearables, functional and design elements, connectors, cable clips, household articles, grip applications, toothbrushes, and more.

Innovative TPE for Automotive interior and new sustainable TPE for Automotive exterior market.

KRAIBURG TPE will showcase its latest Asia Pacific targeted TPE innovations for both interior and exterior automotive applications. The innovative sustainable automotive exterior TPE has a post-consumer recycled content of up to 20%, while the automotive interior TPE delivers good surface appearance and more.

Both TPEs series feature good adhesion to PP, low density, weather resistant, good flowability, controlled level of emission and odor, and more. This innovative automotive TPE series is ideal for applications such as cowl gaskets, window encapsulations, underbody applications, handles, functional and design elements, car mats, seals, grommet and more.

TPEs for diverse markets

KRAIBURG TPE’s comprehensive TPE portfolio offers innovative and customized solutions that meet the unique demands and specifications of each market. It provides reliable, high-performance materials to enhance products and experiences for numerous applications such as medical, healthcare, packaging, sports, and so forth.

Their commitment to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction has established them as a trusted partner in delivering high-performance thermoplastic elastomer for a wide range of applications.

KRAIBURG TPE Live-Forum in T-PLAS

Join our exclusive live forum, designed to help you discover more of our latest Sustainable TPE innovations for Asia Pacific’s consumer electronics, wearable, consumer, industry and automotive markets.

Date: 20th September 2023

Topic : KRAIBURG TPE : New Sustainable TPE solutions

Time: 3.00 p.m. – 3.30 p.m.

Speaker: Wanwanat Yookachen

Language: Thai

Date: 22nd September 2023

Topic : KRAIBURG TPE: Automotive TPE Innovations & Solutions

Time: 11.30 a.m. – 12.00 p.m.

Speaker: Sukantalak Maneerattanasuporn

Language: Thai

Visit KRAIBURG TPE at Booth Q15, T-PLAS!

Meet with KRAIBURG TPE’s technical consultants at T-PLAS to discover more about our new Sustainable TPE series and the latest automotive TPE solutions.

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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