Shoe Foam Materials for Manufacturers

For shoe factories, foam purchasing usually splits into two streams: foam scrap grades used as raw material or process input, and rebonded PU foam used where recycled foam can replace virgin foam. The Fungbillion range includes Hi-Poly shoe foam scrap at 50-60 density, plus other foam scrap grades, shredded foam, PU binder, and rebonded PU foam. This guide explains what technical buyers should check, how to match grades to shoe applications, and what information to send for a quotation.

Start with the material type, not the label

Shoe foam materials are not one product. A purchase request for shoe foam can mean a scrap grade, a shredded material, a binder system, or a rebonded foam block or sheet. Each has different handling, density, and cutting requirements. If the request only says shoe foam, the supplier has to guess, and the quotation will not be comparable across suppliers.

For shoe factories, the main categories in the Fungbillion range are:

• Foam scrap grades, including Hi-Poly shoe foam scrap at 50-60 density.
• Shredded foam and PU binder, where a factory bonds or reuses foam chips.
• Rebonded PU foam, made with recycled PU foam, 100% recyclable, density from 50kg/m3 to 300kg/m3, with shape cutting supported.

Purchasing managers should also separate the material from the end use. A grade that works for one shoe component may not work for another. The first step is to define the component, then match density, skin content, color, form, and cutting method. The shoe material application page gives an overview of where these materials are used, and the PU foam scrap product page lists the scrap grades and forms available.

Hi-Poly shoe foam scrap at 50-60 density

Hi-Poly shoe foam scrap at 50-60 density is part of the foam scrap range. It is a scrap grade, not a rebonded sheet or a molded block. Buyers who need this grade should confirm density, skin content, color, and bale form before ordering. The broader foam scrap range includes black, white, and mixed colors. Skin content options across scrap grades include Grade AA with around 5% skin or 0-skin versions, Grade A with 5% skin and 15% skin versions, and Grade B with around 15% skin. If your shoe process is sensitive to skin, specify the skin level rather than only the grade name.

Density is the first technical filter. Hi-Poly shoe foam scrap is listed at 50-60 density. That is a different range from rebonded PU foam, which runs from 50kg/m3 to 300kg/m3. It is also different from the compression bale data in the supply section, which lists density 15-30kg/m3. These numbers describe different products and packing methods, so do not treat them as interchangeable. State the target density and the acceptable tolerance in your inquiry.

For shoe factories, Hi-Poly shoe foam scrap can be an input where the process accepts scrap foam. The material may be further processed, mixed, or bonded depending on the factory method. Because this is a scrap grade, inspection points such as skin level, color consistency, and bale weight matter more than a single density figure. If your line requires a specific feed size, ask for shredded foam or discuss cutting options. The shredded foam page covers the shredded form.

What shoe-material buyers check before quoting

Shoe-material buyers usually compare more than price per ton. The technical and logistics checks below determine whether a material can actually run in the factory.

• Density: Hi-Poly shoe foam scrap is listed at 50-60 density. Rebonded PU foam is listed from 50kg/m3 to 300kg/m3. Compression bale data lists density 15-30kg/m3. Confirm the density range that applies to the exact product you are buying.
• Skin content: Scrap grades can carry different skin levels. Grade AA has around 5% skin or 0-skin versions. Grade A has 5% skin and 15% skin versions. Grade B has around 15% skin. Skin affects bonding, cutting, and appearance, so it should be specified.
• Color: The foam scrap range includes black, white, and mixed colors. If color consistency matters for the shoe component, state the required color and whether mixed color is acceptable.
• Form: Material may be supplied as bales, shredded foam, or cut shapes. Rebonded PU foam supports shape cutting. Scrap grades are generally supplied in bales. Choose the form that matches your handling equipment.
• Bale weight: Bales are listed at 200-300kg per bale. This affects manual handling, storage, and how many bales fit in a container.
• Recycled content: Rebonded PU foam is made with recycled PU foam and is 100% recyclable. If the shoe component allows recycled PU foam, this is the relevant product line.
• Container loading: A 40ft container loads 18000-22000kg. One 40HQ loads 20-22 tons of AA-grade compression bales. These figures help estimate freight and storage before the order is placed.
• Port and payment: Ports are Shenzhen or Guangzhou, China. Payment methods include T/T, L/C, D/P D/A, MoneyGram, Credit Card, Western Union, and Cash.

Buyers should also confirm whether the supplier is a manufacturer, trading company, or both. Fungbillion is listed as Manufacturer, Trading Company, Guangdong, China. That matters for how technical questions, samples, and production follow-up are handled.

Where rebonded PU foam fits in shoe manufacturing

Rebonded PU foam is made with recycled PU foam and is 100% recyclable. Its density range is 50kg/m3 to 300kg/m3, and shape cutting is supported. It is designed for replacement of virgin foam, furniture padding, farming mattress, domestic mattress, and modular autoparts. In shoe manufacturing, rebonded PU foam can be evaluated where a PU foam component can accept recycled content and where the density and cut shape meet the component requirement.

It is not a universal replacement for every shoe foam. Some shoe components need a specific density, skin level, compression behavior, or surface finish. The right approach is to compare the rebonded PU foam specification against your existing shoe specification, then test the proposed material in your process. If your component requires Hi-Poly shoe foam scrap at 50-60 density, that is a separate scrap grade and should be quoted as such. The rebonded PU foam page gives the product details, and the shoe material application page places the material in context.

For purchasing teams, the key question is not whether rebonded foam is generally suitable for shoes. The key question is whether it meets the specification of one defined component. That keeps the comparison technical and avoids ordering a material that cannot be used on the line.

Foam scrap grades and forms relevant to shoe factories

The foam scrap range includes several grades and forms. Not every grade is a shoe material, but the list shows what can be sourced and how it may fit different production lines.

• Grade AA, Grade A, and Grade B
• Memory visco, also known as memory foam, scrap
• Shredded foam
• PU binder
• 10mm thick foam carpet underlay
• Filter foam scrap
• Dali skin foam
• Hi-Poly shoe foam scrap at 50-60 density
• Crushed fabric bra foam scrap
• Old used foam

For shoe factories, the most direct scrap grade is Hi-Poly shoe foam scrap at 50-60 density. Shredded foam and PU binder may also be relevant where the factory produces bonded foam or needs a specific feed form. Other grades may fit secondary operations or other product lines. Buyers should ask for the grade name, density, skin level, and color together, because those four details define the material more clearly than a generic category. The PU binder page covers the binder product, and the PU foam scrap page lists the broader grade range.

Supply, bales, and container planning

Supply ability is listed at 5000 Ton/Tons per Month. Ports are Shenzhen or Guangzhou, China. Density is listed at 15-30kg/m3, bales at 200-300kg per bale, a 40ft container loads 18000-22000kg, and one 40HQ loads 20-22 tons of AA-grade compression bales. These figures help buyers plan storage, labor, and freight.

Container planning depends on the exact grade. AA-grade compression bales load differently from other scrap grades or from rebonded foam blocks. Confirm the compression method, bale weight, and target load before finalizing the shipping plan. If you are comparing suppliers, ask for the same loading basis so the comparison is consistent.

Main markets include Mid East, South America, Southeast Asia, Africa, and Domestic Market. Payment methods include T/T, L/C, D/P D/A, MoneyGram, Credit Card, Western Union, and Cash. Business type is Manufacturer, Trading Company, Guangdong, China.

How to specify shoe foam in an RFQ

A clear RFQ reduces back-and-forth and makes quotations comparable. Include the following points:

• Product: Hi-Poly shoe foam scrap, other foam scrap grade, shredded foam, PU binder, or rebonded PU foam.
• Density: 50-60 for Hi-Poly shoe foam scrap, 50kg/m3 to 300kg/m3 for rebonded PU foam, or the density range required by your component.
• Skin content: 0-skin, around 5%, or around 15%, depending on the grade.
• Color: black, white, or mixed.
• Form: bale, shredded, or cut shape.
• Bale weight: 200-300kg per bale, if bales are required.
• Container target: 40ft at 18000-22000kg or 40HQ at 20-22 tons of AA-grade compression bales.
• Port: Shenzhen or Guangzhou, China.
• Payment method: T/T, L/C, D/P D/A, MoneyGram, Credit Card, Western Union, or Cash.
• End use: the specific shoe component and any handling or cutting requirement.

If the material will be tested, state the test method and the acceptance criteria in advance. If the material will be cut, state the shape, thickness, and tolerance. If the material will be bonded, state the process and the binder requirement. These details let the supplier confirm whether the requested grade is available and how it should be packed.

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What to tell us when you inquire

Send the grade, density, skin level, color, form, bale weight, container target, port, payment method, and end use. Also include your company name, destination, and any drawing or specification for the shoe component. Contact Dongguan Fungbillion Furniture Material Co., Ltd., ChaoLang Industrial Zone, Chashan Town, Dongguan City, Guangdong, China. Ms. Vicky Chen, Sales Manager. Office tel: 0086-0769-81805003. Mobile: 0086-15875576145. WhatsApp: 15875576145. Email: [email protected]. You can also use the contact page to send your requirements.