Teknor Apex Announces NEW Monprene® TPEs with 60% Post-Consumer Recycled Content,

Reducing Carbon Footprint by up to 36% while maintaining translucency for vibrant colors Certified product carbon footprint data is available for the entire Monprene® R6 CP-10100 Series

eknor Apex is pleased to introduce a new series of Thermoplastic Elastomers (TPEs), the Monprene® R6 CP-10100 series, containing 60% post-consumer recycled content; a significant added value that helps brands achieve their sustainability goals without any compromise in quality or performance. Major consumer brand owners and processors alike, have long trusted Monprene® thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) in many consumer applications from sporting goods, lawn and garden to consumer electronics, appliances and personal care. This latest series allows designers and manufacturers to improve their environmental impact by significantly reducing the carbon footprint compared to fossil-based TPEs.

The Monprene® R6 CP-10100 series formulations have been optimized for achieving a minimum carbon footprint. For instance, the 70 Shore A grade, Monprene® R6 CP-10170, results in a reduction of 36% in CO2e/kg TPE versus a fossil-based TPE of similar hardness (see chart below). Product carbon footprint data is available for the entire Monprene® R6 CP-10100 series portfolio of products. The data has been critically reviewed by a third party to ensure compliance.