Elevate hygiene tools

The right material makes all the difference. Eastman offers specialty plastic materials that enhance the hygiene industry. With over 80 years of expertise, our in-depth market knowledge ensures our materials meet demands for chemical resistance and aesthetics in hygiene tools. Experience unmatched clarity, durability, flexibility and ease of processing with our specialty plastics.

Oral hygiene

Toothbrushes are something that most people use twice a day and hardly think about — until they are disappointed. The truth is that not all toothbrushes are the same. Manual toothbrushes have been around for hundreds of years, but innovation in the market continues.

Brands and manufacturers face ongoing pressure from consumers and retailers to innovate. Consumers want toothbrushes that are durable, affordable, ergonomic and effective, while retailers expect appealing products that sell quickly. Meeting these demands starts with using the most capable materials.

We offer product designers a suite of polymers that work together to address precise processing needs. Our BPA-free solutions for the toothbrush market include Eastar™ copolyester, Tenite™ cellulosics and Eastman Trēva™ engineering bioplastic.

A person applying toothpaste to a toothbrush.

Key specialty material benefits

Our extensive range of specialized BPA-free copolyesters and sustainable cellulose esters offers numerous benefits for hygiene products with a variety of material specifications.

Sustainable options

Meet consumer demand for eco-friendly products with our cellulosic resins, derived from renewable resources and offering sustainability without compromising performance.

Superior clarity

No one wants to put a dull and dingy toothbrush in their mouth; our premium resins offer exceptional clarity that lasts.

Optimized processability

Maximize output and minimize cycle time with Eastman materials that are suitable for complex designs, most injection molding equipment and wide operating limits.

Enduring aesthetics

Create toothbrushes that maintain their visual appeal as they withstand chemical resistance to harsh toothpaste, mouthwash and skin oils over time.

Trusted technical support

Access our experienced global team that is ready to assist from product development to market launch.

Global supply chain

Rely on our advanced manufacturing and support to ensure a steady supply of raw materials.

Eastar™ copolyester

Eastar offers a unique combination of properties that gives oral care brand owners and manufacturers what they need to successfully compete in today’s marketplace. Its benefits include:

Exceptional clarity and high gloss
Suitable for clear, partially clear and opaque brush handles
High durability for industry flexural and impact tests
Excellent resistance to harsh oils in toothpaste and mouthwash
Easy processing for cost-effective manufacturing
Free from BPA, BPS and plasticizers

A close-up of a toothbrush with toothpaste on its bristles, resting on an open toothpaste container.

A toothbrush being rinsed under running water.

Tenite™ cellulosics

Derived from renewable wood cellulose, Tenite has a history of superior performance in oral care applications. Benefits include:

Offers sustainability without sacrificing design

Achieves similar clarity to an Eastar resin with ≥ 40% renewable content

Suitable for clear, partially clear and opaque brush handles

Provides a pleasing tactile experience, including a warm-to-the-touch feel

Processes with ease

Free of materials of concern, including BPA and BPS

Eastman Trēva™ engineering bioplastic

Trēva is a plasticizer-free, cellulose-based bioplastic that delivers higher performance with a low environmental impact to satisfy the most sustainability-conscious consumers.

Contains ≥42% biobased materials, the highest in the brush handle market today
Excellent flow characteristics that make it ideal for intricate and thin handles
Durable and chemically resistant, meeting the oral care industry’s fitness-for-use standards
Free of materials of concern, including BPA and BPS
Free of plasticizers

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A light blue cup with three toothbrushes inside of it sits by sink.

Products

Eastman offers a wide range of polymers for hygiene products. Whether you have simple or complex designs, we have resins with different physical and processing properties to help you create a product that can be used every day.

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