Teknor Apex has released a new series of styrenic thermoplastic elastors with the surface and appearance and haptics of silicone rubber that exhibits lower compression set than standard TPS compounds.
Monprene RG-15100 Series TPEs meet both US and EU regulations for single and repeated-use applications with dry, acidic, aqueous and alcoholic food types.
The compounds are suitable for injection moulding and extrusion applications such as utensil grips, kitchen appliance seals, food saver container seals, and cosmetics applications, as well as being microwave and dishwasher safe.
Christopher G. Smith, Senior Market Manager for the Thermoplastic Elastomer Division of Teknor Apex, said: “Pre-compliance with regulations accelerates our customers’ speed to market with new products. Besides supplying a broad range of standard grades in the Monprene RG-15100 Series, we are prepared to develop custom formulations that meet the same regulatory requirements.”