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TPE in Baby Products: A Choice for a Gentle and Safe Start

When it comes to products for our little ones, safety and comfort are paramount. Parents meticulously research everything that comes into contact with their baby, from toys to feeding essentials. In this search for the best materials, Thermoplastic Elastomer (TPE) has emerged as a popular and trusted choice for a wide range of baby products, including the ever-essential bib.

But what exactly is TPE, and what makes it a suitable material for our most precious consumers? This article will delve into the properties of TPE and explore why it's becoming a go-to material for baby-friendly designs.

What is Thermoplastic Elastomer (TPE)?

TPE, or Thermoplastic Elastomer, is a unique class of materials that combines the flexibility and softness of rubber with the durability and processability of plastic. This hybrid nature allows manufacturers to create products that are both gentle to the touch and resilient enough to withstand the rigors of daily use by a baby.TPE can be formulated to meet specific needs, offering a wide range of hardness levels and characteristics.

Key Benefits of TPE in Baby Products

The growing preference for TPE in the manufacturing of baby items isn't without reason. This material offers a compelling list of advantages that align with the priorities of discerning parents.

• Focus on Safety: TPE is often free from substances like BPA, phthalates, and latex, which are concerns for many parents. This makes it a popular choice for items that come into direct contact with a baby's skin and mouth, such as teething toys, pacifiers, and feeding utensils. TPE materials used in these applications must often comply with stringent food contact regulations, such as those from the FDA.

• Soft and Gentle: The soft, rubber-like feel of TPE makes it ideal for products designed for babies. It's gentle on a baby's delicate skin, reducing the risk of irritation.This is a crucial feature for items like bibs, which rest against a baby's neck, and for teething toys that are meant to soothe sore gums.

• Durability and Flexibility: Babies are not the most delicate of users. Their products need to withstand being dropped, chewed, and stretched. TPE is known for its resistance to tears and abrasion, ensuring that products maintain their integrity over time. Its flexibility also means that products like bibs can be comfortably worn and easily rolled up for travel.

• Easy to Clean: Keeping a baby's environment hygienic is a top priority. TPE surfaces are generally smooth and non-porous, which makes them easy to clean with a simple rinse under running water. Many TPE baby products are also dishwasher safe, offering an extra layer of convenience for busy parents.

• Hypoallergenic Properties: TPE is often considered hypoallergenic, meaning it is unlikely to cause an allergic reaction. This provides an extra measure of reassurance for parents, especially for those with a family history of allergies.

A Closer Look: TPE in Baby Bibs

The baby bib is a perfect case study for the advantages of TPE. Traditional cloth bibs can become stained and harbor bacteria, requiring frequent and intensive washing.TPE bibs, on the other hand, offer a modern and practical solution.

The characteristic pocket at the bottom of many TPE bibs is designed to be rigid enough to catch spills and dropped food, minimizing mess. The adjustable neckbands ensure a comfortable fit that can grow with the child. The waterproof nature of TPE means that liquids won't soak through to the baby's clothes.

Making Informed Choices

As with any product for babies, it's always recommended to look for items that clearly state they are compliant with relevant safety standards. By understanding the inherent benefits of TPE, parents can feel more confident in their purchasing decisions, knowing they are choosing a material that is designed with their baby's safety and comfort in mind.

The versatility and favorable properties of TPE will likely lead to its use in even more innovative baby products in the future, offering parents more options for a safe, clean, and happy start to their child's life.

Quick detail:

Kunshan Kesun founded in 2003 is a professional manufacturer of TPEs(TPE/TPR/TPU/TPV/TPEE/TPO). At present, it has three factories in China with an annual capacity of 100000 tons, and has a leading research and development center in China, which can provide customers with customized products according to their need. Kesun has more than 48 production lines.

Product description:

Thermoplastic Elastomer TPE Main raw materials:

• Thermoplastic styrene butadiene rubber SBC (SEBS/SBS/SIS)
• Hard plastic PP, PS, PE etc

Thermoplastic Elastomer TPE  Forming way:

• physical blending

Thermoplastic Elastomer TPE  Main features:

• Excellent temperature and weather resistance
• Good slasticity and easy coloring
• Recyclable
• Wide range of hardness 
• Various processing methods (Injection molding, extrusion, lamination, blow molding, etc)

Thermoplastic Elastomer TPE main physical properties for reference:

Materials can be developed and produced according to your request!

Factories And Warehouses

Since the establishment in 2003, Kunshan Kesun Polymer Co., Ltd has been dedicated to the environmental protection cause with philosophy of "guided by technology, based on credibility and integrity".

• 48 production lines with capacity over 100000 tons
• High automation and high standard workshop

R&D department 

• Kesun is a professional manufacturer that integrates R&D, production and sales of thermoplastic elastomer.
• Kesun strives to build itself to be a comprehensive thermoplastic elastomer supplier to provide the best solutions for different enterprises.

• Application in consumers goods:Folding basin, massager, funnel, water coaster, toothbrush, fake fishing lure, sealing strip, lunch box, door stop, labels at the bottom of cup, etc.
• Application in automotive: Light seal, trunk switch, window seal, pedal, air duct, wiper, car spoiler, shock absorbing gaskets, cup holder roller cover
• Application in food contact products: Cutting borad, knives, stoppers, bottle liners, fruit baskets, ice trays, funnels, toothbrushes, etc.
• Application in floor covering: Household carpet, suspended floor, plastic track, resilient floor, etc.
• Application in 3C products(Information Appliance): display frame, foot pad, mouse wheel, mouse over-mold, damping bolt, IC plug, electric toothbrush, washing machine, etc.
• Application in plastic overmold: electrical tool, screwdriver, car armrest, blood measuring instrument, ammeter, razor, car door handle, etc.
• Application in flame retardant: Fiber tail sleeve, wire and cable, firefighting accessories, dust cover, auto parts, electrical accessories, etc.
• Application in toys: pet bone, pet barbed ball, pet foaming bone, dog biting stick, pet glowing ball, pet flying disc, pull ring, olive tree, toy car tire, etc.
• Application in culture and sports products: pen hand grip, binding machine, pencil sharpener, art knife, skipping rope, belly execise wheel, yoga mat, yoga belt, trekking pole, puller, dumbbell piece, knee pad, squeeze ball, etc.
• Application in luggage accessories: luggage caster, luaages strip, luggage handles(over-molding PP, ABS, PA), earthworm shape strip, zipper head, label, etc.

Exhibitions

• 2023.11.22-2023.11.25 Plast Eurasia Istanbul 
• 2024.01.21-2024.01.24 Russia International Plastics Exhibition 
• 2024.06.26-2024.06.28 Central Asia Plast World 
• 2024.07.11-2024.07.13 My-Plas(MALAYSIA PLASTIC,MOULD&TOOLS) 
• 2024.09.08-2024.09.11 Iran International Plastics & Rubber Exhibition
• 2024.12.04-2024.12.07 Plast Eurasia Istanbul 

Q : Are you factory or trading company?

A : We are a professional TPE/TPR, TPV, modified TPU, modified TPEE manufacturer in Kunshan, Jiangsu, China.

Q : How many employees do you have in your factory?

A : 300+.

Q : What's your factory's production capacity?

A : We have three factories in China with an annual capacity of 100000 tons.

Q: Do you support OEM /ODM?

A: Yes, we can make products according to your request.

Q: Can I get a sample for trial?

A: Free sample will be sent to you for testing.

Q: How long is the delivery time?

A: Delivery time will be within 15 days.

Q: What certifications have your products passed?

A: CTI, PONY, RoHS, REACH, UL, LFGB, etc have been made for different series of materials. Feel free to contact us to get suitable material TDS, certifications and testing reports.