Lightweight

Lightweight density foam (170-230kg/m3) developed for lightweight shoes

Automation

Direct injection process possible with 1:1 molding

Circular

Developed with circularity in mind, mechanically recyclable*
*Can be me mechanically recycled, assuming end of life take back programs and a recycling ecosystem are in place.
SMARTLITE® SCF 280 · SMARTLITE® SCF 285 · SMARTLITE® SCF 385

Meet the
SMARTLITE® SCF portfolio

Three innovative grades tailored for different high-performance applications
Light. Circular. Innovative.
Design freedom through lightweight innovation.
SMARTLITE®SCF TPU is a new range of innovative, lightweight thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) materials for the footwear industry, becoming the product of choice for soling solutions, across applications from sport to lifestyle.
Softer

SMARTLITE®
SCF 280

Original

SMARTLITE®
SCF 285*

Advanced Gen

SMARTLITE®
SCF 385**

Density

0.19 - 0.22
0.19 - 0.22
0.17 - 0.19

Hardness

35-40 Asker C
40-45 Asker C
38-42 Asker C

Colorability

Good
Good
Very good

Tensile Strength

Good
Good
Very good

Rebound

Very good (60-64%)
Good (55-60%)
Under assessment

Co-molding with Gecko-6044

Very good
Very good
Under assessment

*Develop to be compatible with ESD masterbatch (to be validated by Huntsman) to be co-molded with GECKO-ESD
** Under validation

Results were generated in controlled lab conditions according to testing standards. Data variations due to varying
processing or ambient conditions cannot be excluded. These properties are not part of the product specifications.
LIGHTWEIGHT
Lightweight foam without compromising on performance
CIRCULAR
Thermoplastic Polyurethane enabling mechanical recycling*
Automation
Developed for automated
direct- injection process
allowing co-molding with
→ AVALON® GECKO outsoles

*Can be mechanically recycled, assuming end of life take back programs and a recycling ecosystem are in place

Our supercritical foam brings together lightweight midsoles, circular TPU materials, and typically good performance.  It can also integrate seamlessly with our other innovations, such as our TPU outsoles, helping to create powerful solutions for our customers.   

Looking ahead, we will continue to expand this platform with next-generation innovations in supercritical foam, driving the future of performance footwear.”

Matthew Canoy, Global Marketing Director PU Elastomers / Huntsman
The Wrap-Up

Elevate Your Products With SMARTLITE® SCF - the new material from Huntsman®

Unleash the future of footwear with SMARTLITE®SCF TPU. Our new lightweight material empowers you to create comfortable and high-performance shoes. Gain a competitive edge and redefine innovation in both the sport and lifestyle markets by delivering the feather-light feel your customers demand.

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SMARTLITE®
SCF 280
SMARTLITE®
SCF 285
SMARTLITE®
SCF 385

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