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BASF® Polyurethane SystemYour Sole Partner for Safety

® = registered trademark of BASF

The information submitted in this publication is based on our current knowledge and experience. In view of the many factors that may affect processing and application, these data do not relieve processors from the responsibility of carrying out their own tests and experiments; neither do they imply and legally binding (assurance) of certain properties of suitability for a specific purpose. It is the responsibility of those to whom we supply our products to ensure that any proprietary rights and existing laws and legislation are observed.

Asia Pacific Region

BASF Australia LtdAltona Manufacturing, Kororoit Creek Road, Altona 3018, AustraliaTel : +61-3 9281 6300Fax : +61-3 9281 6366

BASF India LtdThane Belapur Road, Turbhe, Navi Mumbai, 400705, India Tel : +91-22 6712 7665Fax : +91-22 6712 7628

PT BASF IndonesiaPlaza GRI, 10th & 11th Floor, JI. HR Rasuna Said Bl. X2/1, Jakarta, 12950, IndonesiaTel : +62-21 526 2481Fax : +62-21 526 2533

BASF INOAC Polyurethanes Ltd1-196, Kawada Aza Hongudo, Shinshiro-shi, Aichi-ken, 441-1347, JapanTel : +81-536 23 5599Fax : +81-536 23 2557

BASF Company Ltd14/F, KCCI Bldg, 45, 4-ga, Namdaemunro,Jung-gu, Seoul, Korea, 100-743Tel : +82-2 3707 3100Fax : +82-2 3707 7807

BASF Malaysia Sdn BhdNo.2, Jalan U8/87, Seksyen U8, Bukit Jelutong,40706 Shah Alam, Selangor Darul Ehsan, MalaysiaTel : +60-3 7847 3196-7Fax : +60-3 7847 3192

BASF Chemicals & Polymers Pakistan (Pvt) Ltd46-A, Block-6, P.E.C.H.S., Karachi, 75400, PakistanTel : +92-21 431 4084Fax : +92-21 431 4085

BASF Philippines Inc11/F Hanjinphil Corporation Building1128 University Parkway, North Bonifacio,Global City, Taguig, Metro Manila, PhilippinesTel : +63-2 811 8000Fax : +63-2 838 1025

BASF South East Asia Pte Ltd7 Temasek Boulevard, #35-01 Suntec Tower One, Singapore, 038987Tel : +65 6398 5000Fax : +65 6430 9883

BASF Thailand Ltd308/1 Moo 4 Soi 5, Bangpoo Industrial Estate, Sukhumvit Road, Preakasa, Muang, Samutprakarn, 10280, ThailandTel : +66 2324 0518Fax : +66 2324 0290

BASF Vietnam Co. LtdSaigon Trade Center, #1701-1711, 37 Ton Duc Thang Street, Dist. 1, Ho Chi Minh CityTel : +84-8 824 3833Fax : +84-8 824 3832

BASF Polyurethanes Asia Pacific Regional Headquarters

BASF East Asia Regional Headquarters Ltd45/F, Jardine House, No.1 Connaught Place, Central, Hong KongTel : +852 2731 0111Fax : +852 2734 9636

Greater China Region

BASF Polyurethane Specialties (China) Co Ltd2333 Gang Cheng Road, Pudong, Shanghai, 200137, P.R. ChinaTel : +86-21 3865 5617 Fax : +86-21 3865 5616

BASF Polyurethanes (China) Co LtdNo.408, Huanshi Road South, Guangzhou Nansha Economic & Technical Development Zone Guangdong, 511458, P.R. ChinaTel : +86-20 8498 2560Fax : +86-20 8498 2561

BASF Taiwan LtdNo.11 Jen Cheng Road, Hsinchu Industrial Park, Hsinchu County, Taiwan, R.O.CTel : +886-3 598 2525Fax : +886-3 598 2521

Shinshiro, JapanYokkaichi

Boxtel, Netherland

Schwarzheide, GermanySrem, Poland

Bratislava, Slovakia

Qingtao

Dubai

BASF Polyurethane Headquarters

Regional Headquarters

Regional Technical Development Center

Basic Chemical Plant

System House

TPU Plant

TDI/MDI

Cellasto Plant

Asia Pacific Sales Office

BASF is the leading supplier of polyurethane basic products, systems and

specialties. The brand “Polyurethane Solutions” stands for the worldwide

leading supplier of polyurethane systems and specialty elastomers. We

provide excellent problem solving expertise and product quality from a global

network of 38 BASF System Houses which offer tailor-made solutions to our

customers.

PU Customers all over the world experience first hand customized consulting

and development services in polyurethane systems and specialties whenever

they do business with BASF’s polyurethanes specialists. Polyurethane

Solutions brings BASF close to the customer, providing local support to help

customers become even more successful.

For further information, please visit www.polyurethanes.asiapacific.basf.

com

BASF PolyurethanesWorldwide Network Map

Durable, Abrasion Resistant PU or TPU Outsole

delivers exceptional anti-slip technology for working on wet and dry surfaces

Superior Cushioning PU Insole

provides comfort and support by cushioning and soothing the feet all day

Lightweight, Shock Absorbing PU Midsole

reduces the shock to the feet, knees, hips and lower back

Safety always comes first wherever you work. PU

double-density safety shoes use polyurethane in both

the hard, protective outsole and the soft, cushioning

insole. It can reduce the impact to the feet, knees,

hips and lower back which further reduces the risk of

shock-related injury and is supported by the strong

cushioning performance of sole.

BASF provides customized system solutions to

leading safety footwear manufacturers all over the

world. These all conform to the EU’s EN20344/20345

safety standards.

Our product portfolio of high-performances material is

divided in 4 categories:

Basic

Performance

Cold Flex Resistant

Rain Boot

With great cushioning as well as strength and durability, polyurethane solutions provide the ultimate protection and comfort to your feet.

Safeguard your stepswith BASF Polyurethane Solutions

Polyurethane Solutions for general purpose

BASIC

Properties UnitBasic

Single Midsole Outsole

Density g/cm3 0.55 – 0.60 0.43 – 0.46 1.1 – 1.2

Hardness Shore A 52 – 58 42 – 48 57 – 62

Tensile strength N/mm2 6.0 4.8 11

Elongation % 450 380 580

Abrasion mm3 100 N/A 80

Flexural strength Cycles 30,000 N/A 30,000

Hydrolysis (7-day)* % retention >75 >75 >75

* 70°C, 95% RH

Applicable for Asian Market

Elastopan® Basic Polyurethane System

simplifies the manufacturer’s production

process and delivers cost-effective

solutions with good comfort, support

and performance for all kinds of working

environment.

Light weightLow-density sole reduces the shoe weight

Increased Cost EfficiencyMore savings on production

Increased ProductivityEasy moulding shortens production time and simplifies the manufacturing process

Basic System

Polyurethane Solutions for long-lasting protection

PERFORMANCE

Properties UnitPerformance Elastollan® Soft

Single Midsole Outsole TPU Outsole

Density g/cm3 0.55 – 0.60 0.40 – 0.43 1.0 – 1.1 1.18 – 1.21

Hardness Shore A 50 – 55 38 – 43 60 – 65 45 - 65

Tensile strength N/mm2 5.2 3.7 14 >25

Elongation % 510 430 620 >600

Abrasion mm3 100 N/A 75 40 - 70

Flexural strength Cycles 50,000 N/A 50,000 >100,000

Hydrolysis (14-day)* % retention >80 >80 >80 >75

Performance System

Elastopan® Performance Polyurethane

System offers maximum cushioning

comfort, excellent shock-absorption,

and durability under extreme working

environment, providing ultimate protection

and keeping feet well supported from

heel to toe.

ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) PerformanceEnable footwear to meet the ESD standards

Easy ProcessingLow viscosity prepolymer means low processing temperature (30°C) required

Excellent Hydrolysis ResistanceProlonged shoe lifespan (retention rate over 80% after 14-day hydrolysis test)

* 70°C, 95% RH

Applicable for Asian Market

Polyurethane Solutions for cold weather conditions

COld FlExRESIStANt

Properties UnitCold Flex Resistant Elastollan® Soft

Single Midsole Outsole TPU Outsole

Density g/cm3 0.55 – 0.60 0.40 – 0.43 1.0 – 1.1 1.18 – 1.21

Hardness Shore A 50 – 55 38 – 43 60 – 65 45 – 65

Tensile strength N/mm2 5.0 3.7 14 >25

Elongation % 550 410 650 >600

Abrasion mm3 140 N/A 75 40 – 70

Flexural strength (-25°C) Cycles 30,000 N/A 30,000 >100,000

Bata-Belt Cycles >50,000 N/A >50,000 >50,000

Hydrolysis (7-day)* % retention >85 >85 >85 >75

Cold Flex Resistant System

Elastopan® Cold Flex Resistant

Polyurethane System combines flexibility

and comfort with excellent slip resistance

even on wet and icy surface or sub-zero

temperatures.

Good Shock Absorption Reduced shock to knees, hips and lower back

Strong Abrasion Resistance Durable sole pattern profile extends grip performance

High Flexibility Increased flexural strength. Ross flex at over 30,000 cycles under -25°C

* 70°C, 95% RH

Applicable for Asian Market

Polyurethane Solutions for working under wet and challenging environments

RAIN BOOt

Polyether system for outsole Polyether system for legs

Properties Unit Outsole Legs

Density g/cm3 0.6 – 0.65 0.5 – 0.65

Hardness Asker C 65 – 75 50 – 65

Tensile strength Kg/cm2 >35 >30

Elongation % >400 >300

Abrasion mm3 <120 -

Flexural strength Cycles 100,000 100,000

Hydrolysis (21-day)* % retention >95 >90

Rain Boot System

Elastopan® Rain boot Polyurethane System provides the ultimate defense against

wind, water, snow, ice, mud and dirt. Rainboot made with Elastopan® system is ultra

lightweight and tremendously durable, with an outstanding performance.

Ultra Lightweight 40% lighter than Rubber and PVC boot

Thermo-insulating Supple and flexible up to -40ºC Outstanding durability and good feel at low temperature

Excellent Efficiency and Processability

Polyester system for outsole Polyester system for legs

Properties Unit Outsole Legs

Density g/cm3 0.55 – 0.65 0.5 – 0.65

Hardness Asker C 65 – 75 50 – 65

Tensile strength Kg/cm2 >40 >30

Elongation % >400 >400

Abrasion mm3 <150 -

Flexural strength Cycles 100,000 100,000

Hydrolysis (21-day)* % retention >80 >80

* 70°C, 95% RH

Applicable for Asian Market

BASF PolyurethanesLeading Position In The Industry

In the highly service-oriented polyurethane systems

and specialties business, experience and technical

expertise are what customers require. With our

network of 38 Systems Houses around the world,

Polyurethane Solutions offers quick, local support

by developing customized PU solutions, with on-site

technical service, sales and marketing support to

customers. BASF currently operates nine Systems

Houses in the Asia-Pacific region. They are located in

Australia, China (Nansha and Shanghai), India, Japan,

Malaysia, South Korea, Taiwan and Thailand.

Innovation

Polyurethane Solutions believes innovation is the most

effective driver for growth and competitiveness in today’s

world of rapid technological, social and environmental

Bringing PU System solutions closer to custormers

changes. This is especially true in

Asia-Pacific, where the demand

for more innovative footwear

applications has been rapidly

increasing. To this end, BASF

Polyurethanes has extablished

Asia Footwear Technical Center,

which is the only one in the region

capable of producing, developing

and testing Polyether-based (PEOL)

and Polyester-based (PESOL)

PU systems for footwear. At the

same time, we have established a

Regional Technical Research and

Development Center in Shanghai,

which now forms part of a powerful

footwear services network

comprising the other footwear

technical centers in Leforede,

Villanova d’Asti and Wyandotte

(USA), in order to offer world-class

footwear technical service and

production reliability to footwear

manufacturers in the Asia Pacific

regon.

Build the best team

At BASF, we believe employees

are our most valuable asset. They

drive our growth momentum in

Asia and the world. Over the

years, we have recruited a strong

local and multinational footwear

team in Asia. We provide all our

employees with structured training

programs and long-term career

developments to make full use of

their potential.

Sustainability

BASF combines economic

success with a clear focus

on sustainability issues such

as environmental protection,

health and safety and product

stewardship. We support

Responsible Care® which

is a global initiative of the

chemical industry, designed

to continuously improve the

performance of chemical

companies worldwide. As a key

supplier of PU material, BASF

Polyurethanes puts special

attention on environmental

issues and energy efficiency

as key drivers for our growth.

We consider ourselves the

steward of its products and

services during their whole life

cycles including the process

of development, production

and storage of our footwear

products, as well as their

transport, application and finally

their disposal or recycling is

carefully evaluated, with the aim

to reduce their environmental

impact.

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® = registered trademark of BASF

The information submitted in this publication is based on our current knowledge and experience. In view of the many factors that may affect processing and application, these data do not relieve processors from the responsibility of carrying out their own tests and experiments; neither do they imply and legally binding (assurance) of certain properties of suitability for a specific purpose. It is the responsibility of those to whom we supply our products to ensure that any proprietary rights and existing laws and legislation are observed.

Asia Pacific Region

BASF Australia LtdAltona Manufacturing, Kororoit Creek Road, Altona 3018, AustraliaTel : +61-3 9281 6300Fax : +61-3 9281 6366

BASF India LtdThane Belapur Road, Turbhe, Navi Mumbai, 400705, India Tel : +91-22 6712 7665Fax : +91-22 6712 7628

PT BASF IndonesiaPlaza GRI, 10th & 11th Floor, JI. HR Rasuna Said Bl. X2/1, Jakarta, 12950, IndonesiaTel : +62-21 526 2481Fax : +62-21 526 2533

BASF INOAC Polyurethanes Ltd1-196, Kawada Aza Hongudo, Shinshiro-shi, Aichi-ken, 441-1347, JapanTel : +81-536 23 5599Fax : +81-536 23 2557

BASF Company Ltd14/F, KCCI Bldg, 45, 4-ga, Namdaemunro,Jung-gu, Seoul, Korea, 100-743Tel : +82-2 3707 3100Fax : +82-2 3707 7807

BASF Malaysia Sdn BhdNo.2, Jalan U8/87, Seksyen U8, Bukit Jelutong,40706 Shah Alam, Selangor Darul Ehsan, MalaysiaTel : +60-3 7847 3196-7Fax : +60-3 7847 3192

BASF Chemicals & Polymers Pakistan (Pvt) Ltd46-A, Block-6, P.E.C.H.S., Karachi, 75400, PakistanTel : +92-21 431 4084Fax : +92-21 431 4085

BASF Philippines Inc11/F Hanjinphil Corporation Building1128 University Parkway, North Bonifacio,Global City, Taguig, Metro Manila, PhilippinesTel : +63-2 811 8000Fax : +63-2 838 1025

BASF South East Asia Pte Ltd7 Temasek Boulevard, #35-01 Suntec Tower One, Singapore, 038987Tel : +65 6398 5000Fax : +65 6430 9883

BASF Thailand Ltd308/1 Moo 4 Soi 5, Bangpoo Industrial Estate, Sukhumvit Road, Preakasa, Muang, Samutprakarn, 10280, ThailandTel : +66 2324 0518Fax : +66 2324 0290

BASF Vietnam Co. LtdSaigon Trade Center, #1701-1711, 37 Ton Duc Thang Street, Dist. 1, Ho Chi Minh CityTel : +84-8 824 3833Fax : +84-8 824 3832

BASF Polyurethanes Asia Pacific Regional Headquarters

BASF East Asia Regional Headquarters Ltd45/F, Jardine House, No.1 Connaught Place, Central, Hong KongTel : +852 2731 0111Fax : +852 2734 9636

Greater China Region

BASF Polyurethane Specialties (China) Co Ltd2333 Gang Cheng Road, Pudong, Shanghai, 200137, P.R. ChinaTel : +86-21 3865 5617 Fax : +86-21 3865 5616

BASF Polyurethanes (China) Co LtdNo.408, Huanshi Road South, Guangzhou Nansha Economic & Technical Development Zone Guangdong, 511458, P.R. ChinaTel : +86-20 8498 2560Fax : +86-20 8498 2561

BASF Taiwan LtdNo.11 Jen Cheng Road, Hsinchu Industrial Park, Hsinchu County, Taiwan, R.O.CTel : +886-3 598 2525Fax : +886-3 598 2521