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Footwear TPE Resin – Overview and Applications

Short Description:

Chemdo’s footwear-grade TPE series is based on SEBS and SBS thermoplastic elastomers. These materials combine the processing convenience of thermoplastics with the comfort and flexibility of rubber, making them ideal for midsole, outsole, insole, and slipper applications. Footwear TPE offers cost-effective alternatives to TPU or rubber in mass production.


Product Detail

Footwear TPE Resin – Overview & Applications

Soft thermoplastic elastomers for insoles, sandal bands and decorative parts.

Chemdo offers TPE-S compounds specifically developed for footwear applications including soft insoles, sandal straps and multi-color injection logos.

These PVC-free materials combine rubber-like elasticity with excellent processability, ideal for lightweight and comfortable shoes.


Footwear TPE applications overview

Where to Use (Quick Map)

TPE application map: insole, sandal band, soft parts

Footwear Part Recommended Series Typical Hardness Key Benefits Learn More
Insole & Cushion Pads TPE-S 60A 50A–65A Soft touch, cushion comfort Insole Material →
Sandal Band / Edge Strip TPE-S 70A 65A–75A Flexible, colorful, UV-resistant Sandal Band →
Soft Logo & Decorative Parts TPE-S 80A 75A–85A Durable, multi-color moldable Soft Logo →

Footwear TPE – Grade Portfolio

TPE insole sample

Application Hardness Range Key Properties Suggested Grades
Insoles & Pads 45A–65A Soft touch, shock absorption, lightweight TPE-S 60A
Sandal Bands / Straps 60A–75A Elastic, colorable, anti-slip surface TPE-S 70A
Soft Logos & Parts 70A–85A Durable, recyclable, multi-color compatible TPE-S 80A

Footwear TPE – Grade Data Sheet

TPE sample pellets

Grade Positioning / Features Density (g/cm³) Hardness (Shore A) Tensile (MPa) Elongation (%) Tear (kN/m)
TPE-S 60A Soft insole compound for comfort shoes 0.95 60A 8 600 25
TPE-S 70A Sandal strap material with UV stability 0.97 70A 10 550 30
TPE-S 80A Decorative and logo parts for multi-color injection 0.98 80A 12 500 32

Note: Data for reference only. Custom grades available on request.

Key Features

TPE key features illustration

  • Soft elastic touch similar to rubber but easy to mold
  • Excellent colorability and surface finish
  • Shore hardness range 35A–90A
  • Fast cycle times for injection and extrusion
  • PVC-free and recyclable for eco-production

Typical Applications

TPE insole pads
TPE sandal band straps
TPE soft logo parts

Customization Options

TPE color and hardness options

  • Hardness range 35A–90A for different shoe parts
  • Injection and extrusion grades available
  • Customized colors, finishes and surface effects
  • Bondable grades for co-molding with PP or TPR

Why Choose Footwear TPE from Chemdo?

Chemdo Global TPE Supply Map

  • Reliable TPE supplier serving footwear manufacturers worldwide
  • Strong distribution network across Asia — Vietnam, Indonesia, and India — with growing exports to Europe, CIS, and South America
  • Long-term cooperation with OEM factories and brand suppliers in sandals, comfort and casual shoes
  • Technical expertise in injection molding, color formulation, and co-molding processes
  • Consistent quality, competitive pricing, and responsive customer service

Explore related Footwear TPE pages:

Insole Material |
Sandal Band |
Soft Parts / Logo


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