Covestro brings new polymeric substrate concept for security printing to China
- Advanced film-based solution to be presented in China for first time at SDS conference
For the first time in China, Covestro will showcase its advanced polymeric substrate concept for high-security printing—an innovative film-based solution offering excellent dimensional stability, print clarity, tamper resistance, and long-term durability for secure documents that must endure frequent handling and harsh environments.
Based on thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) film technology, the concept supports multi-layer security features, high-precision personalization, and compatibility with various printing and finishing techniques. Its recyclability also aligns with the industry’s shift toward more sustainable solutions. Covestro will present the concept at the upcoming 19th Security Document Summit (SDS) in Beijing.
“We are excited to present our TPU-based security printing concept at SDS in China, a key market for Covestro,” said Dr. Caroline Wolff, Head of Specialty Films for the Asia-Pacific region at Covestro. “China is not only a global manufacturing hub but also one of the leaders in innovation and adoption of advanced materials. SDS gives us a valuable opportunity to engage local experts and better align our solutions with evolving needs in secure document applications.”
In addition to this new concept, Covestro will present a broad range of specialty films for secure ID documents—including its renowned Makrofol® ID polycarbonate (PC) and Platilon® TPU films. Highlights include:
- Scratch- and tear-resistant passport covers
- Thin, high opaque white PC films for sophisticated clear window designs
- Superlaser PC films enabling Level 3 security post-personalization
- PC films for brighter holograms
- Low-fluorescence PC films
- PC films with color shifting effect and more
Visitors at SDS are welcome to explore Covestro’s offerings and speak with technical experts at Booth A062, China National Convention Center, Beijing, May 28–29. Henry Leung, Asia-Pacific Segment Manager, Security and Identification, Specialty Films, will deliver a presentation on “Utilizing Specialty Films to enable all-in-one document concepts and security printing” on May 28.
About Covestro:
Covestro is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of high-quality polymer materials and their components. With its innovative products, processes and methods, the company helps enhance sustainability and the quality of life in many areas. Covestro supplies customers around the world in key industries such as mobility, building and living, as well as the electrical and electronics sector. In addition, polymers from Covestro are also used in sectors such as sports and leisure, telecommunications and health, as well as in the chemical industry itself.
The company is geared completely to the circular economy. In addition, Covestro aims to achieve climate neutrality for its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2035, and the Group’s Scope 3 emissions are also set to be climate neutral by 2050. Covestro generated sales of EUR 14.2 billion in fiscal year 2024. At the end of 2024, the company had 46 production sites worldwide and employed approximately 17,500 people (calculated as full-time equivalents).
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