KRAIBURG TPE Advances Toy Safety with Thermoplastic Elastomers

The laughter of children represents society's purest melody. Yet in today's vast world of toys, hidden safety risks often go unnoticed. The material safety of toys directly impacts children's healthy development. Kraiburg TPE (thermoplastic elastomer) is transforming the toy industry with its exceptional performance and rigorous safety standards, safeguarding children's joyful childhood.

Kraiburg TPE represents a class of thermoplastic materials that combine rubber-like elasticity with plastic-like processability. This unique combination of softness and moldability makes it particularly valuable for toy production.

• Color and Transparency: Offers vibrant color options and high transparency solutions, especially valuable for educational toys like teaching robots that require visual clarity.
• Safety and Purity: Free from latex, PVC, phthalates, and heavy metals, making it ideal for baby products and children's toys.
• Mechanical Properties: Excellent tear resistance and tensile strength ensure durability during active play.
• Texture and Comfort: Soft rubber-like surface provides comfortable play experience without the drawbacks of natural rubber.
• Processing Efficiency: Compatible with cost-effective manufacturing processes including injection molding and co-extrusion.
• Sustainability: Fully recyclable material supporting environmental protection initiatives.

Kraiburg TPE's versatility enables diverse applications throughout the toy industry:

• Infant Products: Baby teethers, pacifiers, and other items benefiting from its non-toxic, chew-resistant properties.
• Traditional Toys: Dolls, building blocks, and models enhanced by its color variety and pleasant texture.
• Pet Toys: Durable and safe options for animal companions.
• Educational Toys: Transparent components for teaching aids that demonstrate mechanical or scientific principles.

Kraiburg TPE meets rigorous international safety requirements including:

• EN 71 European toy safety standards
• EU No. 10/2011 for food contact materials
• FDA CFR Title 21 regulations
• REACH and RoHS chemical restrictions

The material's toy-specific benefits include:

• Wide hardness range (10 Shore A to 55 Shore D)
• Excellent sensory characteristics with minimal migration
• Internal coloring capability for design flexibility
• Strong adhesion to common thermoplastics (PP, PE, ABS, PC)

Recognizing children as society's future, Kraiburg prioritizes product safety through sustainable material development and responsible resource management. Kraiburg TPE represents more than just an industrial material—it embodies a commitment to creating safer play environments where children can grow and thrive without unnecessary risks.