Innovative Solutions for Soft Touch Over-Molded Pet Toys

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Nowadays, there are many families will buy or adopt cats and dogs and other small animals, take them as a member of their own family, buy beautiful clothes for them, regular bathing to do modelling, but also buy toys to make them happy. Therefore, the pet industry is developing more and more good, especially pet toys are also quite popular in the market, so which material of pet toys is more suitable for cats and dogs to play?

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Si-TPV has a uniquely silky, skin-friendly feel and stain resistance compared to PVC, most soft TPUs and TPEs, contains no plasticisers, self-bonds to rigid plastics for unique overmoulding options and bonds easily to PC, ABS, PC/ABS, TPU, PA6 and similar polar substrates ......
It is a Si-TPV with excellent bonding to polypropylene/High Tactile TPU Compounds/Dirt-Resistant thermoplastic vulcanizate Elastomers Innovations/ Safe Sustainable Soft Alternative Material, with innovative Plasticizer-Free Overmolding technology, can be a good alternative to Silicone Overmolding, and is a good Safe Sustainable Soft Alternative Material for Toys/Non-Silicone Overmolding. Alternative Material for Toys/Non-Toxic Material for Resistant to Biting Toys.

Key Benefits

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Long-term soft skin-friendly comfort touch does not require additional processing or coating steps.
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Stain-resistant, resistant to dust accumulated, resistant against sweat and sebum, retaining the aesthetic appeal.
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Further surface durable scratch & abrasion resistance, waterproof, resistance to weather, UV light, and chemicals.
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Si-TPV creates a superior bond with the substrate, it is not easy to peel off.
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Excellent coloration meets the need for color enhancement.

Durability Sustainability

Advanced solvent-free technology, without plasticizer, no softening oil, BPA free, and odorless.
Environmental protection and recyclability.
Available in regulatory-compliant formulations.

Si-TPV Overmolding Solutions

Overmolding recommendations
Substrate Material	Overmold Grades	Typical Applications
Polypropylene (PP)	Si-TPV 2150 Series	Sport Grips, Leisure Handles,Wearable Devices Knobs Personal Care- Toothbrushes, Razors, Pens, Power & Hand Tool Handles, Grips, Caster Wheels，Toys
Polyethylene (PE)	Si-TPV3420 Series	Gym Gear, Eyewear, Toothbrush Handles,Cosmetic Packaging
Polycarbonate (PC)	Si-TPV3100 Series	Sporting Goods, Wearable Wristbands, Handheld Electronics, Business Equipment Housings, Healthcare Devices, Hand and Power Tools, Telecommunications and Business Machines
Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)	Si-TPV2250 Series	Sports & Leisure equipment, Wearable Devices, Housewares, Toys, Portable Electronics, Grips, Handles, Knobs
PC/ABS	Si-TPV3525 Series	Sports Gear, Outdoor Equipment,Housewares, Toys, Portable Electronics, Grips, Handles, Knobs, Hand and Power Tools, Telecommunications and Business Machines
Standard and Modified Nylon 6, Nylon 6/6, Nylon 6,6,6 PA	Si-TPV3520 Series	Fitness Goods, Protective Gear, Outdoor Hiking Trekking Equipments, Eyewear, Toothbrush Handles, Hardware, Lawn and Garden Tools, Power Tools

Overmolding Techniques & Adhesion Requirements

SILIKE Si-TPVs Overmolding can adhere to other materials through injection molding. suitable for insert molding and or multiple material molding. Multiple material molding is otherwise known as Multi-shot injection molding, Two-Shot Molding, or 2K molding.

SI-TPVs have excellent adhesion to a variety of thermoplastics, from polypropylene and polyethylene to all kinds of engineering plastics.

When selecting an Si-TPV for an over-molding application, the substrate type should be considered. Not all Si-TPVs will bond to all types of substrates.

For more information regarding specific over-molding Si-TPVs and their corresponding substrate materials, please feel contact us.

Application

Si-TPV can be widely used in a variety of pet toy products, such as pet teething toys, Frisbees, balls, and so on!

Over the years, the demand for pet toys has witnessed a significant rise as pet owners seek engaging and safe products for their furry companions. In response to this growing market, manufacturers have been exploring new ways to enhance the functionality and appeal of pet toys. One popular technique that has gained traction is the over-molding of Pet toys with soft-touch material. This process not only adds a pleasant tactile experience for pets but also offers improved durability. Si-TPV supplied a solution that proved fully capable of living up to these expectations…

Benefits:

✅ Enhanced Comfort and Safety: Soft touch over-molding provides a comfortable and gentle texture, which adds to the overall appeal of pet toys. The silky and skin-friendly touch material ensures that pets can enjoy their playtime without any discomfort or potential harm;

✅ Improved Durability: when over-molded with Si-TPV, gain enhanced durability. The added layer acts as a protective shield, preventing damage from regular wear and tear, chewing, and rough play; ✅ Reduce dust adsorption: non-tacky feel that resists dirt, no plasticizer and softening oil, no precipitation, odorless;
✅ Noise Reduction: Many pets are sensitive to loud or squeaky noises produced by toys. Si-TPV Soft touch over-molding can help dampen sound, creating a quieter play experience and reducing stress for noise-sensitive pets; ✅ Aesthetics and Design Flexibility: with excellent colorability Si-TPV Soft touch over-molding offers manufacturers the freedom to create unique and visually appealing designs