Page 42 - Plastics News September 2020

PRESS RELEASE

Sonic toothbrush: Superior TPEs for oral hygiene

KRAIBURG TPE, a recognized global manufacturer in dislodge plaque on the surface of the teeth and provides
superior TPE compounds supplied the THERMOLAST® effective brushing and cleaning of hard-to-reach spots.
K TPE for the production of the sonic toothbrush
Explained Jimmy Lai, “With our Oral SPA series, we
manufactured by Malaysia-based Ameba Products.
provide a holistic mouth hygiene solution with high-
Thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) have become vital speed stroke action, a third-dimension action that is
materials in the manufacture of oral hygiene products. different from rotational or manual brushing.”
Food-contact TPE compounds fit the specifications for
Thus, to allow for a quality oral hygiene product, the
oral hygiene products thanks to its flexibility, superior
THERMOLAST® K TPE compound meet the needs for
design freedom and efficient processability.
flexibility and durability. Also, the softness and haptic
When Malaysia-based Ameba Products (M) Sdn Bhd was surface quality of the TPE compounds applied for the
sourcing for a suitable material for its latest Oral SPA brush head assure users maximum comfort.
sonic toothbrush, it selected a high-quality
thermoplastic elastomer from KRAIBURG TPE to enhance Consistent TPE material
the functionality of its toothbrush product line. The THERMOLAST® K TPE compound combines high
flowability with superb stable colorability for versatile
Ameba Products is committed to producing toothbrushes
promotional effects. Together, these properties offered
of the highest quality, having developed the fingertip
Ameba Products unlimited possibilities in design, form,
toothbrush and its latest product, the
sonic toothbrush.
“The new Oral SPA sonic toothbrush
required a more complex design,
compared to the fingertip toothbrush.
It underwent various trials and a
process of fine-tuning. Through
KRAIBURG TPE, we were able to
source for the right material,” said
the Founder of the company Jimmy
Lai.

Conforming to standards
In close collaboration with KRAIBURG
TPE, Ameba Products selected the
food-contact grade THERMOLAST® K
TPE compound range, with relevant and function to deliver the unique features of its Oral SPA
FDA (raw material conformity) - Code of Federal sonic toothbrush while enhancing user experience.
Regulations (CFR), Title 21 and standard EN71/3
“The quality of the THERMOLAST® K TPE compound is
regulations.
good and consistent. It has remained unchanged since
THERMOLAST® K offers the perfect balance between our very first purchase and the outcome is satisfying,”
flexibility and easy processability via injection molding added Jimmy Lai. “Apart from assisting us in the
of the Oral SPA toothbrush refill component. selection of the most suitable compound for this
application, KRAIBURG TPE went the extra mile to
Convenience of use
support us with their expertise throughout the entire
The brush head of the Oral SPA sonic toothbrush is project. Thanks to their high material quality and
designed to be detachable and easily mountable onto service standards, we are able maintain our competitive
the locking mechanism. The high-speed stroke action edge in the market.”
results in the production of foam, which works to

September 2020 42 Plastics News