en.Wedoany.com Reported, The German chemical company BASF plans to launch a thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) series material named Elastollan GripTec at the 2026 China International Plastics and Rubber Exhibition (CHINAPLAS), aiming to provide new sole solutions for the footwear market. This material combines grip, durability, and design flexibility, targeting the running, hiking, fashion, and children's footwear sectors, and is expected to drive industry innovation.

Rohit Roop Ghosh, Vice President of TPU for Performance Materials Business Management in Asia Pacific at BASF, stated: "Footwear brands have been searching for materials that can enhance user experience and improve safety. Elastollan GripTec—our next-generation TPU sole solution—will redefine footwear performance while offering greater design flexibility and advancing our commitment to sustainability."

The Elastollan GripTec material focuses on improving traction and wear resistance while offering designers diverse customization options from transparent to black, surpassing traditional sole designs. This TPU material series optimizes efficiency during the manufacturing process, reducing energy consumption and waste generation, reflecting its sustainability advantages.

According to a lifecycle assessment conducted by Intertek, the product carbon footprint of Elastollan GripTec during production is 41% lower than that of traditional rubber soles. BASF stated that it has received positive feedback from global footwear brands and will continue to collaborate with customers to enhance competitiveness and promote progress across the industry.

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