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Ultimate grip

Inspired by the extraordinary grip of geckos, our TPU offers very good slip performance in both wet and dry conditions.

Durability & Performance

Soft yet highly durable with excellent abrasion resistance for high-performance footwear.

Sustainability

Developed with circularity in mind, mechanically recyclable with minimal impact on performance.*
*Can be mechanically recycled, assuming end of life take-back programs and a recycling ecosystem are in place
AVALON® 6044 AG · AVALON® 6053 AG · AVALON® 6055 AG

Meet the AVALON® GECKO TPU portfolio

Three innovative grades tailored for different high-performance applications
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AVALON® 6044 AG
AVALON® 6053 AG
AVALON® 6055 AG
Safe, Durable & Circular
Gripping possibilities for designers & manufacturers
AVALON® GECKO TPU is a new range of innovative, high-performing thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) materials for the footwear industry that offer game-changing possibilities for soling applications.
Ideal for Safety

AVALON® 6044 AG

Ideal for Running

AVALON® 6053 AG

Ideal for Hiking

AVALON® 6055 AG

Color

Opaque
Transparent
Transparent

Slip resistance* · WET

Good
OK
Very good

Slip resistance* · DRY

Excellent
Excellent
Very good

Slip resistance* · RATIO

~1.5
~2
~1

Abrasion

Very good
Excellent
Good

Process IM

Excellent
Extrusion
Good
Results were generated in controlled lab conditions according to testing standard TM144:2011 & DIN ISO 4649-A.
Data variations due to varying processing or ambient conditions cannot be excluded. These properties are not part of the product specifications.
Performance without compromise
Providing the optimum balance between wet and dry grip, and comparable slip performance to rubber.
EXCEllent
durability
Better (thermo-) abrasion resistance than rubber, enabling very good wear durability.
DEVELOPED WITH
CIRCULARITY
IN MIND
Thermoplastic material enabling mechanical recycling when combined with → SMARTLITE® O midsoles.*

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

“The development of AVALON® GECKO TPU represents a significant advancement towards achieving circular footwear. Developed to be dependable, durable, and with circularity in mind, AVALON® GECKO TPUmaterials ensure that sustainability and high performance are in lock step withone another, with no compromises.
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The feedback we’ve received from customers that have tested AVALON® GECKO TPU products has been incredibly positive. We are excited to launch the range and continue our conversations with footwear brands that want to get a gecko-like grip in their soling applications.”

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

Elevate Your Products With AVALON® GECKO - the new material from Huntsman®

Our TPU materials have been developed to offer excellent grip, durability and abrasion resistance, helping to ensure your footwear performs under the toughest conditions.

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AVALON® 6044 AG
AVALON® 6053 AG
AVALON® 6055 AG

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