TUCAB Raw Materials
Quality, innovation and sustainability from origin
At TUCAB, we carefully select each raw material to guarantee technical performance, reliability and environmental commitment. We work with virgin and recycled materials of controlled origin, adapted to the requirements of each brand and client.
The following is an overview of the main polymers used, focusing on their characteristics, applications and evolution perspectives.
PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride)
Applications:
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Flexible tubes (TuGas, TuAto)
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Technical profiles (PERMAR, PerPub, PerDiv)
Characteristics:
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Flexible, economical, resistant to chemicals
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Good weldability and surface finish
Use of recycled:
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Post-industrial PVC
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Ideal for non-critical applications with controlled color
Future:
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Increased recycled content and elimination of phthalates
SEBS (Styrene-Ethylene/Butadiene-Styrene)
Applications:
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Seals (VedaSeb), flexible profiles (PerSebs), non-toxic tubes
Characteristics:
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High elasticity, cold resistance, without plasticizers
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Compatible with food contact and medical applications
Use of recycled:
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Reprocessed in-house, with partial incorporation tests
Future:
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SEBS non-toxic bio-based and certified recycled
TPE / TPU (Thermoplastic Elastomers)
Applications:
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Technical tubes, highly durable profiles, cable trays
Characteristics:
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Flexible, elastic, resistant to oil and abrasion
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Good transparency and elastic memory
Use of recycled:
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Post-industrial, with positive results in mixtures
Future:
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Circular and recyclable TPEs due to chemical compatibility
EVA (Ethylene Vinyl Acetate)
Applications:
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Soft profiles, carpets, toys and leather goods
Features:
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Light, soft, UV and wear resistant
Use of recycled:
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Reused scraps for decorative profiles
Future:
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BioEVA and recycled EVA with traceability
LDPE / HDPE (Polyethylene)
Applications:
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Corrugated pipes (TUCOR), conduits and insulation
Features:
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Light, impact resistant, weldable and low cost
Use of recycled:
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Post-industrial and post-consumer, especially in corrugated tubes
Future:
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100% recycled polyethylene with certification for construction
PP (Polypropylene)
Applications:
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Technical rigid tubes, parts with high thermal resistance
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Components for the automotive and household appliances industry
Characteristics:
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High rigidity, lightness, chemical and thermal resistance
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Good molding and welding capacity
Use of recycled:
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Recycled polypropylene in technical lines (tests underway)
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Excellent integration with reinforcing additives
Future:
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Replacement of mixed materials with technical recycled PP
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Compounds with natural or mineral fibers
PA6 (Polyamide 6)
Applications:
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Pipes and profiles with thermal and mechanical
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Wirings, connectors, and applications with continuous friction
Characteristics:
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Very resistant to heat, friction and traction
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Good dimensional stability and impact resistance
Use of recycled:
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Reinforced recycled PA6 for industrial applications
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Use under control in specific batches
Future:
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Increased use of technical recycled PA6 with glass fiber
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Replacement of metals in high-performance components
PLA / PETG / ABS / Fil2ndLife (Fil3D Filaments)
Applications:
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Home and professional 3D printing
Features:
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PLA: easy to use and biodegradable
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PETG: resistant, semi-flexible, translucent
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ABS: technical, heat resistant
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Fil2ndLife: recycled PLA/PETG with reliable performance
Use of recycled:
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Fil2ndLife with recycled base
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Spools and samples produced with internal waste
Future:
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100% recycled functional filaments
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Compounds with vegetable fibers or metallic powders
Conclusion
At TUCAB, technical knowledge and sustainable vision go hand in hand together.
We invest in:
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Innovation in material formulation
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Strict control of virgin and recycled raw materials
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Development of solutions with lower environmental impact
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Flexibility to respond to the specific requirements of each client
Whether PVC, PP, SEBS or PLA, our mission is to transform polymers into smart products, with certified quality and a sustainable future.