Modern consumers demand a lot from their footwear, and that means going beyond stylish design and a comfortable construction. Shoes must perform, whether they’re made for sport and recreation or casual use, and shoppers value lightweight silhouettes that are durable and retain their shape through wear and tear. On top of all these specs, consumers also want to see brands deliver footwear that is made more sustainably.

It's a tall order, and BASF chemical company has put considerable R&D into these challenges, especially for the hyper-competitive athletic footwear market where performance is a crucial and defining characteristic.

Watch the fireside chat to learn: 

·      How BASF’s new material technologies enhance various types of footwear

·      How BASF materials material complement supercritical foam technology (SFC) and how BASF was a leader in studying the technology for footwear.

·      How BASF’s two proprietary materials—Elastopan and Elastollan—differ from other PU (polyurethane) or TPU (thermoplastic urethane) products in the footwear industry

·      How BASF materials offer freedom of design within increasingly important 3D printing and injection molding techniques.

·      How shoes made with Elastopan and Elastollan are more sustainably created and sustainable in their end of life.

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