BASF to Showcase Nanomembrane Jacket at CHINAPLAS

Showcasing Eco-Friendly Materials Based on TPU

BASF, the global chemical company, announced on April 21 that it will unveil a wide range of high-performance and eco-friendly material solutions targeting high-growth sectors such as e-mobility and robotics at CHINAPLAS 2026, Asia's largest plastics exhibition.

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At this exhibition, BASF will also showcase an outdoor jacket made with the TPU (thermoplastic polyurethane)-based electrospun nanomembrane material "Priflex E130." The product features an ultra-lightweight feel, high breathability, and eco-friendly properties such as being PFAS-free.

The company will also debut "Elastollan GripTech," a TPU outsole for sports footwear. The product is characterized by improved heat resistance, abrasion resistance, grip, and design flexibility. According to the life cycle assessment (LCA), it reduces carbon emissions during the manufacturing stage by 41% compared to conventional rubber.

The "Ultrason" portfolio of high-performance thermoplastics will also be expanded. BASF highlighted that its PPSU product, made with 20% bio-based raw materials, maintains existing performance levels and allows the achievement of sustainability goals without the need for additional facility investment.

In addition, the company will unveil various industrial solutions, including lightweight and high-strength container flooring materials for railway logistics, next-generation light stabilizers, and UV protection additives. In particular, BASF plans to expand its polyolefin light stabilizer production capacity to enhance both supply stability and durability.

Andy Postlethwaite, Senior Vice President of Performance Materials Asia Pacific at BASF, stated, "The expansion of partnerships across Asia is the result of a strategy that combines performance, sustainability, and co-development," adding, "We will continue to strengthen our advanced material solutions for emerging industries."

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