Self-Skinning PU for Handles, Grips, Helmets & Sports Parts

Versatile self-skinning (integral-skin) PU for moulding grab handles, tool grips, protective helmets, fitness rollers, medical grips & bicycle saddles — leather-look skin over a soft core in one shot.

A versatile two-component self-skinning (integral-skin) polyurethane raw-material system for moulding soft-touch products with a tough leather-look skin — grab handles & pulls, tool & equipment grips, protective helmets & headgear, fitness rollers, medical-device grips and bicycle saddles. The dense outer skin and cushioned core form in a single shot, giving durable, comfortable, easy-clean parts in any colour — no separate cover or coating.

Self-skin
tough skin
+ soft core
One-shot
moulded
no cover
100:42–45
polyol : ISO
ratio
Any colour
in-mould
pigment
2-part
polyol +
isocyanate

Key Features

Tough leather-look skin
A dense, abrasion-resistant skin forms over a soft core in one mould — no painting or wrapping.
Comfortable, secure grip
Soft-touch surface gives a warm, non-slip feel on handles, grips and saddles.
Impact & shock absorbing
The cellular core cushions impacts — ideal for protective helmets and headgear.
Durable & easy to clean
Resists scuffs, sweat and stains; wipes clean — suited to sports and medical use.
Mouldable into any shape
Good flow reproduces complex grips, ribs and ergonomic forms with crisp detail.
Custom colour & hardness
In-mould colour and tunable density/feel for each product. OEM/ODM supported.

Self-Skinning Products

PU self-skin grab handles and pulls
Grab Handles & Pulls
PU integral-skin protective helmet headgear
Helmets & Protective Gear
PU self-skin fitness foam roller
Fitness Rollers & Grips
PU integral-skin tool handle grip
Tool & Equipment Handles

Also moulded from this system: bicycle & motorcycle saddles, medical-device grips and supports, exercise-equipment handles, stroller & pram grips, and other ergonomic soft-touch parts. For armrests see our furniture armrest grade; for car interiors, the automotive grade.

Technical Specifications

Item Specification
Type Self-skinning (integral-skin) PU, two-component
Appearance (polyol) Milky white viscous liquid
Viscosity 1100 ± 100 mPa·s
Mixing ratio (polyol : ISO) 100 : 42–45
Cream / gel / rise time ~17 s / ~70 s / ~85 s
Free-rise density 200 ± 50 kg/m³ (tunable)
Mould temperature 40–45 °C

Density, hardness and colour tunable by formulation; typical values for reference, not a binding specification.

Processing

Moulded Self-Skinning
Pour into a heated mould (40–45 °C); skin forms against the wall, demould in minutes.
Insert Over-Moulding
Foam-in-place around metal cores, rods and frames for handles and saddles.
Two-Component System
Polyol : isocyanate = 100 : 42–45 by weight.
Machine Compatible
Runs on low- and high-pressure PU foaming machines.

Packaging, Storage & Handling

Packaging
Polyol and isocyanate supplied in iron drums; palletised for export. Bulk on request.
Storage
Keep sealed and dry; isocyanate reacts with moisture. Store cool, indoors, away from direct heat.
Handling & Safety
Avoid eye/skin contact; wear safety glasses and use ventilation. Full MSDS on request.

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Why BlendPolyol

10+ years in PU raw materials
Specialised blended-polyol & PU systems supplier serving industry worldwide.
Custom formulation
Skin, density, hardness and colour tuned to each product.
Equipment integration
Foaming machines, moulds and process support as a complete solution.
Global export & fast reply
Export to EU, Latin America, Asia and beyond — we respond within 24 hours.

From Sample to Bulk Order

1. Share your part
Tell us the product, shape and colour — we recommend a formulation.
2. Sample & validate
Trial-mould parts; we fine-tune skin, density and demould time.
3. Scale to bulk
Confirm the formula and order in bulk with flexible MOQ and tiered lead times.

Frequently Asked Questions

What products can it make?Grab handles & pulls, tool & equipment grips, protective helmets & headgear, fitness rollers, medical grips, bicycle saddles and other soft-touch ergonomic parts.
Is it a finished part or a raw material?It is a two-component raw-material system (polyol + isocyanate). Moulded, it self-skins into a finished part with a leather-look skin.
Can colour, hardness and shape be customised?Yes. In-mould pigment gives any colour, your mould defines the shape, and density / hand feel are tunable by formulation.
What is the cycle time?Cream ~17 s, gel ~70 s, rise ~85 s at a mould temperature of 40–45 °C — suited to high-volume production.
Need self-skinning PU for handles, grips & protective parts?
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