reSound™ BIO Thermoplastic Elastomers
Bio-Based TPEs
reSound™ BIO thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) are biopolymer formulations derived from plant-based raw materials. The reSound BIO portfolio consists of grades compatible with overmolding onto PP and ABS. All grades utilize 35 to 60 percent bio-renewable content, and they deliver varying hardness levels, favorable property retention UV resistance and flame retardancy comparable to traditional TPEs.
With an opaque, natural color, all reSound bio-based polymers are easily colorable using traditional TPE colorants to match design specifications. They can also be paired with Avient’s sustainable color options.
Like conventional TPEs, the production scrap of plant-based reSound materials can be reused during the manufacturing process.
Biopolymers
Impact
- Bio-derived from plants
- Contains 35 to 60 percent bio-renewable content
- Suitable for overmolding onto PP and ABS
- Natural color that's easily colorable
- Favorable property retention
- Resists UV degradation
- Meets strict flame retardant compliance
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| NAME | CATEGORY | DESCRIPTION | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phone Case | Case Study (Snapshot) | Formulated TPE with 43% bio-based content plus favorable UV resistance and vibration damping performance compared to standard TPE | View |
| reSound™ BIO TPEs | Product/Service Overview | Explore the performance properties of sustainable and customizable bio-based TPEs in North America | View |
| reSound™ BIO TPEs with bio-renewable content | Video | Explore sustainable thermoplastic elastomers, formulated with 35-60% plant-derived content | View |
| reSound™ OM TPEs | Product/Service Overview | Key properties, rheology and property retention and performance data for reSound™ TPEs derived from plant-based sugar for overmolding onto PP and ABS | View |
| Sustainable Engineered Polymers | Video | Discover sustainable specialty engineered polymers from Avient. | View |
| Swimming Goggle Gasket and Nose Bridge | Case Study (Snapshot) | Customized bio formulations to meet sustainability and comfort targets with excellent sealing performance | View |
| Thermoplastic Elastomers Product Selection Guide - North America Portfolio | Product Selection Guide | Explore our product guide for innovative TPE solutions for thousands of applications | View |
| Underwire for Underwear Brand | Case Study (Snapshot) | Customized reSound™ BIO TPE provided comfort and bio-derived content for underwire for a famous underwear brand | View |
| Webinar: Overmolding with Thermoplastic Elastomers – An Essential Guide | Webinar | Learn about overmolding, material selection to enhance function, and design considerations that can help you address challenges and delight customers | View |
| Webinar: Sustainable TPEs Explained | Webinar | Learn what they are, how they perform, and why to choose bio-based or recycled content | View |