Create footwear that takes the high road.

Footwear applications with Susterra® take the challenges of any good journey in stride, providing flexible, durable performance underfoot. Support a more renewable footprint by respecting the planet’s resources throughout your process.

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Susterra propanediol for footwear polyurethane applications
Susterra propanediol for footwear polyurethane applications

Supportive Protection

Dodge design slip-ups and supply all-day dryness. Find your footing with boots that really stand for something.

1. Bio-based waterproof breathable membranes
2. Bio-based synthetic leather uppers
3. Bio-based TPU outsoles

Susterra propanediol for footwear polyurethane and synthetic leather applications
Susterra propanediol for footwear polyurethane and synthetic leather applications

Naturally Cool

Walk it like you talk it by creating eco-friendly sandals and flip-flops that shine a brighter light on earth-conscious manufacturing.

1. Bio-based TPU outsoles
2. Bio-based TPU straps
3. Bio-based synthetic leather uppers

Susterra propanediol for footwear polyurethane applications
Susterra propanediol for footwear polyurethane applications

Flexible Design

We support many different kinds of balanced lifestyles. We’re the spring in every step, the stability in yoga stances, and the resilience during rock climbs.

1. Bio-based synthetic leather uppers
2. Bio-based TPU midsoles
3. Bio-based TPU heel cups

Susterra propanediol for footwear synthetic leather applications
Susterra propanediol for footwear synthetic leather applications

Responsible Style

Take “earth tones” to a new level. Create casual shoes that feature natural, comfortable textures made possible by renewable content.

1. Bio-based synthetic leather uppers
2. Bio-based TPU outsoles

Susterra propanediol for footwear polyurethane applications
Susterra propanediol for footwear polyurethane applications

Forward Thinking

3D-printed technology is on the move. Set your sights on your footwear’s future. We’re exploring what tomorrow might bring, predicting fully customizable outsoles, midsoles, even eyelets down the road.

1. Bio-based TPU eyelets
2. Bio-based synthetic leather uppers
3. Bio-based TPU 3D-printed outsoles

Susterra propanediol news and press releases

Take a look into the community of designers, brands and businesses that share our vision, along with articles and media coverage from around the world.

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Stand out from the petroleum-reliant crowd. Show customers the attention to detail that goes into each of your bio-based high-performance designs.

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Susterra propanediol a single ingredient made from nature

From its shorter demolding times, to its versatility as a polyurethane, take a closer look at the science behind Susterra®.

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