TPU Film Overlay | Transparent & Hot-Melt TPU for Shoe Upper Reinforcement
TPU Film / Overlay
Transparent and matte TPU films for shoe uppers, decorations and hot-melt overlays.
Provides strong adhesion, flexibility and anti-yellowing performance for durable and stylish shoes.
Hot Melt
Flexible
Anti-yellowing
Thickness 0.1–0.6 mm
Where TPU Film Is Used
- Shoe uppers – reinforcement, waterproofing, and decorative panels
- Logo / strip parts – precision hot-laminated TPU elements
- Protective overlays – abrasion and tear-resistant surface film
Key Advantages
- Excellent bonding to textiles, mesh and synthetic leather
- Anti-yellowing and UV resistance for outdoor use
- Soft hand feel with high elasticity
- Available finishes: transparent, matte, colored, patterned
Typical Grades
| Grade | Finish | Hardness | Key Features | Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shoe-Film 75A TR | Transparent | ~75A | Soft, clear, hot-melt bonding | Uppers / logos / overlays |
| Shoe-Film 85A | Matte / opaque | ~85A | High strength, anti-yellowing | Protective overlays, decoration |
| Shoe-Film 90A | Gloss / colored | ~90A | High hardness, cut resistance | Toe guard, edge reinforcement |
Processing
TPU films are processed by extrusion and calendering.
Hot-melt bonding temperature: typically 110–140 °C depending on hardness.
Compatible with fabrics, mesh, PU and synthetic leather for seamless lamination.
Application Gallery
Target Footwear Markets
- Vietnam – sports shoe OEMs (Nike / Adidas supply chain)
- Indonesia – casual shoe factories using heat-bonding films
- India – low-cost PU / mesh uppers with TPU logo overlays
TPU films and overlays from Chemdo are used by footwear manufacturers across Asia, Europe, and the Americas.
Core partners are located in Vietnam, Indonesia, and India, producing for global sports and fashion brands.
Our export network also reaches Eastern Europe and Latin America for technical shoe upper applications.
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