Bio-based Rubber Sponge / High-Tech, Functional, Green Textile Fabrics & Foam Composite Materials Manufacturer Since 1972 | Nam Liong

BIO-S2 is a soft 30% bio-based rubber sponge certified under the USDA BioPreferred Program for protective gear, bags, footwear uppers, and cushioning products. / With Green, Innovation, and Smart Manufacturing in mind, we aim to become the benchmark of the sustainable composite material industry and share our achievements with our employees and the society.

BIO-II™ BIO-S2 30% Bio-based Rubber Sponge - BIO-S2 is a soft 30% bio-based rubber sponge certified under the USDA BioPreferred Program for protective gear, bags, footwear uppers, and cushioning products.
  • BIO-II™ BIO-S2 30% Bio-based Rubber Sponge - BIO-S2 is a soft 30% bio-based rubber sponge certified under the USDA BioPreferred Program for protective gear, bags, footwear uppers, and cushioning products.
  • BIO-S2 is a soft 30% bio-based rubber sponge with cushioning and flexibility for protective gear, bags, and footwear uppers.

BIO-II™ BIO-S2 30% Bio-based Rubber Sponge

BIO-S2 / Eco-Family

Bio-based Rubber Sponge

BIO-S2 is a 30% bio-based rubber sponge in the BIO-II™ series, made with renewable materials including rubber tree, non-edible plant oil, and recycled seashell powder. It balances material performance, environmental direction, and cost planning.

BIO-S2 is a soft sponge with hardness of 4–7 on the Asker Type C scale, providing a soft hand feel, cushioning, and flexibility for sports and medical protective gear, bags, footwear uppers, and other cushioning products. The sponge itself is neoprene-free and is certified under the USDA BioPreferred Program with certified biobased content of 26%.

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Features
  • USDA BioPreferred certified; certified biobased content of 26%.
  • Made with renewable materials including rubber tree and non-edible plant oil, plus recycled seashell powder.
  • Lamination with recycled fabrics can further increase the recycled content of the material system.
  • Helps reduce petrochemical use, marine waste, and reliance on mineral extraction.
  • More than 99% of natural-rubber allergens are removed. The sponge itself is neoprene-free.
  • Meets PAHs Category II, REACH/SVHC, and RoHS requirements.

Nam Liong BIO-II™ BIO-S2 FAQ

How is BIO-S2 different from other BIO-II™ bio-based rubber sponges?

BIO-S2 is made with 30% bio-based rubber and 70% synthetic rubber. It is a soft sponge with hardness of 4–7 on the Asker Type C scale, designed for products that need a soft hand feel, cushioning, and flexibility.

Is BIO-S2 certified under the USDA BioPreferred Program?

Yes. BIO-S2 is certified under the USDA BioPreferred Program with certified biobased content of 26%. Please confirm any specified verification version, test method, or documentation requirement during inquiry.

Is BIO-S2 free from neoprene?

BIO-S2 sponge itself is neoprene-free. However, adhesive is used during downstream lamination, so a laminated product may contain trace amounts of neoprene.

Which environmental requirements does BIO-S2 meet?

BIO-S2 meets PAHs Category II, REACH/SVHC, and RoHS requirements. Please share any specified testing, limits, or certification requirements at the start of the project.

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Product Collections
MODELPOLYMERCOLORHARDNESS
(ASKER TYPE C)
ELONGATION
(ASTM D412)
200% MODULUS
(ASTM D412)
SIZE
BIO-S230% Bio-based RubberBlack4–7280%↑2–4 kgf/cm251" x 83"
51" x 130"
Remarks: Please contact us for detailed specifications.
Minimum Order

300 sheets of 51"x83" or 51"x130".

Applications
  • Sports and medical protective gear, bags, footwear uppers, cushioning products, and related applications.
Laminated with recycled fabrics

Instead of laminated with regular jersey, just simply change to recycled fabrics which achieve higher level of sustainability.

Recycled Nylon Fabric Laminate

Recycled Nylon jersey is the fabric made of the recycled Nylon fibers and can be laminated to the rubber sponge.

Recycled Polyester Fabric Laminate

Recycled Polyester fabric is the fabric made of the recycled polyester fibers and can be laminated to the rubber sponge. The recycled sources are the post-consumer plastic bottles and the production waste.


Nam Liong Story

BIO II™ - USDA Certified Bio-Based Rubber Sponge For Greener Wetsuit

Nam Liong has developed a sponge material that could save us from further damaging our planet. The rubber sponge is named BIO II™. It is the first and only USDA certified neoprene using biotechnology. USDA, FSC™ certified Bio-based BIO II™ rubber sponge is categorized based on the percentage of bio-rubber - 90%, 75%, 65% and 30%.


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BIO-II™ BIO-S2 30% Bio-based Rubber Sponge - Bio-based Rubber Sponge | Made in Taiwan Textile Fabric Manufacturer with ESG Reports | Nam Liong

Located in Taiwan since 1972, Nam Liong Global Corporation,Tainan Branch has been a high-tech, functional, environment-friendly textiles and foam composite materials manufacturer. Their main textile products, including BIO-II™ BIO-S2 30% Bio-based Rubber Sponge, Neoprene, Industrial-Use Rubber Sponge, TPU Film, Inflatable, Hook And Loop, Abrasion Resistant Fabric, Flame Retardant Fabric, Cut Resistant Fabric, Anti Slip Fabric, Functional Yarn and Products, which meet international standards such as USDA and bluesign.

Nam Liong Global Corporation,Tainan Branch provides high-tech, functional, environment-friendly polymers and high elastic foam materials to meet all kinds of requirements from our customers with our continuous R&D ability and great service quality. With more than 45 years of experience, Nam Liong is dedicated to environmental protection and keeps developing eco-friendly products in compliance with international environmental regulation. Following the concept of respect for life, we focus on the development of products for health protection to avoid potential hazards to human body.

Nam Liong has been offering customers functional fabric and bio-based neoprene sponge, both with advanced fabric technology and 50 years of experience, Nam Liong ensures each customer's demands are met.