KRAIBURG TPE launches new THERMOLAST H material for Asia Pacific healthcare and medical device markets

KRAIBURG TPE, a world-renowned manufacturer of thermoplastic elastomers (TPE), announces the launch of the new THERMOLAST H product line and the first sub-series of this product line - the HC/AP series
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The THERMOLAST H HC/AP series is designed for the Asia Pacific healthcare and medical device markets, providing customers with high-quality material solutions that comply with ISO 10993-5, GB/T 16886.
5 and other relevant medical standards
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Dr.
Joachim Mühlmeyer, Regional Director Asia Pacific, emphasized: "

THERMOLAST H is a new product range from KRAIBURG TPE for medical device manufacturers in the Asia Pacific region
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This product range combines innovative material solutions and is produced on our highest standard production lines in Asia
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This innovative material solution meets Asia Pacific customers' requirements for healthcare applications, technical support and process advantages
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Multiple material advantages

The THERMOLAST H HC/AP range has a hardness range of 30 to 90 Shore A and is free of PVC, latex, silicone and animal ingredients
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This series complies with ISO 10993-5, GB/T 16886.
5 and other relevant medical standards
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In addition, it also complies with global food contact material standards such as China National Standard (GB) GB4806, FDA-CFR Article 21, and EU Regulation 10/2011
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In addition, it is RoHS and REACH compliant and can be sterilized using a 121°C autoclave, EtO
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This series has excellent properties, including PP overmolding, ideal touch and good compression set, so it is suitable for applications such as closures, flexible connectors, braces, seals, gaskets, medical tubes, etc.
It is also suitable for applications requiring a soft touch Products such as handles, switches and cushions
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This family of compounds can be processed by injection molding and extrusion processes
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TPEs are available in translucent colors and are available in a variety of pre-tinted color options through our expertise before leaving the factory
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"Thermoplastic H series products are of high value and can be trusted by customers
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With its knowledge of the TPE product market and its expertise, KRAIBURG TPE is very confident to provide customers with material solutions that meet medical standards
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"Lee Jia Yin, Product Specialist
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Faster lead times, technical support capabilities and product customization

The company will manufacture the THERMOLAST H HC/AP series compounds in a highly automated factory in Malaysia, with all high-purity raw materials from a strictly controlled production process
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"Thermoplastic H series products are designed for customers in the Asia-Pacific region and meet the requirements of the Asia-Pacific medical equipment market
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The production base in Malaysia is the guarantee for us to provide fast delivery, technical support, and customized product solutions for customers in the Asia-Pacific region
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"Aditya Purandare, Project Manager Market Launch THERMOLAST® H Asia Pacific