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Specialized Styrenic Block Copolymers: SBS, SEBS, SIS

Specialized Styrenic Block Copolymers: SBS, SEBS, SIS

Description

At A&D Polymers, we proudly offer a comprehensive range of Specialized Styrenic Block Copolymers (SBCs), including SBS (Styrene-Butadiene-Styrene), SEBS (Styrene-Ethylene-Butylene-Styrene), and SIS (Styrene-Isoprene-Styrene). Designed to meet the demanding needs of modern industries, these high-performance materials combine the best properties of plastics and elastomers, delivering remarkable resilience, adaptability, and ease of processing. Whether enhancing automotive parts, reinforcing construction materials, or improving packaging applications, our SBC solutions drive innovation and sustainability across a wide range of sectors.

Key Features and Properties

  • Outstanding Elasticity and Flexibility
    SBS, SEBS, and SIS exhibit rubber-like behavior, providing excellent stretchability and recovery across a broad temperature range.

  • Superior Impact and Abrasion Resistance
    Ideal for applications requiring durability under stress and frequent mechanical impact.

  • Excellent Weatherability and UV Stability
    Especially with SEBS, products maintain performance and appearance even under prolonged exposure to sunlight and outdoor conditions.

  • Enhanced Processability
    Our SBCs are engineered for easy compounding, molding, and extrusion, reducing production complexity and increasing throughput.

  • Wide Compatibility
    Compatible with a range of polymers, oils, and additives, allowing customized formulations tailored to specific performance needs.

  • Sustainability Focus
    Recyclable and reusable in many applications, supporting eco-friendly manufacturing goals.

Applications and Industries Served

Automotive

  • Interior and exterior components

  • Soft-touch surfaces and weather seals

  • Wire and cable insulation

Construction

  • Waterproof membranes and roofing sheets

  • Expansion joints and sealants

  • Vibration-damping elements

Footwear

  • Midsoles, outsoles, and insoles

  • Comfort-enhancing parts

  • Lightweight, durable designs

Packaging

  • Adhesives and pressure-sensitive tapes

  • Film formulations requiring flexibility and strength

Consumer Goods

  • Personal care products like toothbrush grips and razor handles

  • Sports equipment and recreational gear

Healthcare

  • Medical tubing and soft-touch device components (mainly SEBS for its biocompatibility)

Benefits and Competitive Advantages

Choosing A&D Polymers’ Specialized Styrenic Block Copolymers offers a wealth of advantages:

  • Tailored Solutions
    We collaborate closely with clients to develop SBC blends optimized for their exact product and processing requirements.

  • Performance Enhancement
    SBCs significantly boost mechanical performance, elasticity, and surface aesthetics, enhancing the end-product’s market competitiveness.

  • Cost Efficiency
    Excellent performance-to-cost ratio by combining properties of rubber and plastic without the need for costly processing methods.

  • Improved Sustainability
    Many SBC-based solutions support recyclability initiatives, minimizing environmental impact and contributing to circular economy goals.

  • Global Reach with Localized Support
    Our logistics and technical support network ensures timely delivery and customized service no matter your location.

Technical Information

 

PropertySBSSEBSSIS
ElasticityExcellentExcellentVery Good
WeatherabilityModerateOutstandingModerate
ProcessabilityVery GoodExcellentExcellent
Oil ResistanceModerateHighModerate
UV ResistanceLimitedExcellentLimited
Typical Hardness RangeShore A 30–90Shore A 10–90Shore A 30–80
  • SBS: Best for applications requiring high elasticity and moderate weatherability at competitive costs.

  • SEBS: Ideal for outdoor and high-endurance applications demanding UV resistance, softness, and durability.

  • SIS: Preferred for pressure-sensitive adhesives and flexible packaging materials.

Partner with A&D Polymers for Advanced SBC Solutions

At A&D Polymers, we believe in more than just delivering high-quality materials — we build partnerships. Our team of technical experts works closely with you to recommend, customize, and optimize Specialized Styrenic Block Copolymers for your specific applications, ensuring your projects achieve superior performance, cost efficiency, and sustainability goals. Trust A&D Polymers to supply the materials that empower your innovations and fuel your success.