The Lubrizol Corporation recently announced the launch of a flame-retardant thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) product suitable for medical applications. Developed by Lubrizol LifeScience Polymers, this product is the first of its kind to feature high flame properties, low halogen content and a soft, matte or gloss finish. In medical applications, a material's Limiting Oxygen Index (LOI) is a critical component.