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    Ultrasoft thermoplastic elastomer - Alliance Polymers & Services

    Sept. 2, 2011
    The Polymax TPE is distributed by Alliance Polymers and Services

    Polymax Maxelast C-Series thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) are nontoxic, environmentally friendly, odorless, and free of latex and phthalates. The polymers have Shore A hardnesses ranging from 0 to 99. They can replace silicone and PVC and can be overmolded onto polypropylene or polystyrene.

    Alliance Polymers & Services (APS), 30735 Cypress Rd., Suite 400, Romulus, MI 48174, (734)710-6700, www.apstpe.com

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