AES Introduces New Super Soft Santoprene TPE

Advanced Elastomer Systems (AES), an affiliate of ExxonMobil Chemical, has successfully developed a softer thermoplastic elastomer (TPE). The product has the excellent properties of fully vulcanized elastomers, while having a softer, dry and silky touch.

Santoprene TPE grade X8211-25 was developed using proprietary technology. “Materials determiners can now choose a new type of TPE that is not only very soft and silky, but also has additional properties as a fully vulcanized elastomer,” said Alf Nielsen, global manager of consumer marketing.

Santoprene® TPE grade X8211-25 is suitable for use in a wide variety of consumer products and packaging applications. These areas require not only softer handles but also performance that can withstand frequent exposure to heat, oil, chemicals, and other solvents. Santoprene TPE grade X8211-25 can withstand quite a few dishwasher washings; it is well tolerant to high temperatures and chemicals, including edible oils; it also has good compression set.