Synthelast
SBS compounds (Gama Synther)

Injection materials

SBS compounds (Gama Synther)

Styrene-butadiene-styrene thermoplastics, the standard for injected footwear soles.

Catalogue

Description

Synther SBS compounds are thermoplastic elastomers based on a styrene-butadiene block copolymer. With more than 50 years of experience in these materials, Synthelast develops a broad range of formulations that combine performance and versatility to meet the needs of each project. Available finishes include opaque, translucent, crystal-clear, aged and rubber-effect options. We also develop bespoke formulations to meet each customer’s technical and aesthetic requirements.

PropertyGama Synther
SCTR 36SCTR 10SCTR 53SCTR 70SCTR 2307
Hardness range
(Shore A)		20-9020-9020-9020-9020-90
TransparencyOpaqueOpaqueTranslucentCrystal clearTranslucent
Density
(g/cm³)		1,050,950,930,910,92
Flowability★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
Abrasion resistance★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
Tear resistance★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
Tensile strength★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
Elongation at break★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
Flex resistance★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
FinishOpaque/GlossOpaque/GlossTranslucent/GlossCrystal clear/GlossAged effect
Recyclable100%100%100%100%100%

★★ Medium · ★★★ High · ★★★★ Very high · ★★★★★ Excellent. Indicative values for comparison between grades within the range. For test data, consult the technical datasheet for each material.

Selected materials in this range can be developed with a more sustainable approach, depending on the formulation and each project's requirements. Explore our solutions in STEP ON GREEN.

We can also assess formulations for thin, flexible soles tailored to the requirements of barefoot footwear.

Applications

  • Casual and sports soles
  • Technical pieces

Advantages

  • Excellent injection processability
  • Custom formulation
  • 100% recyclable
  • REACH regulatory compliance