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ETPU Popcorn Shoe Soles
SANSD is a shoe sole manufacturer supplying ETPU popcorn shoe soles to footwear brands and factories. Each assembled sole unit combines a physically foamed EVA bead foam body with a separate bonded TPR or rubber outsole, depending on the design.
350 styles across 3 series · 15-day sampling · 35-day bulk production*
*Typical lead times may vary during peak season.
Jinjiang, Fujian, China · Manufacturing since 1982
CONSTRUCTION
Popcorn Foam Body and Bonded Outsole
We use ETPU as the trade name for this popcorn foam shoe sole construction. EVA particles are physically expanded, then the foam beads are joined and press-formed into the sole body. The visible bead texture gives it the popcorn name.
Choose the tread and ground-contact layer for your sneaker sole unit. TPR or rubber is bonded beneath the foam body, depending on the design. Confirm availability for your selected model.
DESIGN LIBRARY
Explore 24 Popcorn Shoe Sole Styles
Compare eight models in each of the 3D, Combo and Shell Bottom Series. Check the side profile and tread layout, then send the model number when requesting a sample or quote.
3D Series
Combo Series
Shell Bottom Series
Looking for more styles?
Use the catalog form and mention ETPU EVA bead foam shoe soles in Detailed Requests. Include a series or model reference if you have one.
INSIDE THE SANSD WORKSHOP
How We Make ETPU Popcorn Shoe Soles
See how SANSD makes the popcorn foam body, from EVA raw material and physical foaming through press forming, surface finishing, outsole bonding and packing.
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01Quality EVA Raw Material
We start with EVA particles selected for the bead foam sole body.
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02Physical Foaming
The EVA particles are physically expanded into foam beads.
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03Sole Mold Library
Our mold library supports a range of sole profiles and designs.
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04Post-Press Staging
After bead foam molding and pressing, the formed sole bodies are placed on racks.
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05Drying Room
The formed sole bodies are moved into a dedicated drying room before surface finishing.
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06Hand-Painted Details
Operators brush color onto selected areas for defined accents.
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07Gradient Spray Finish
Operators spray color in layers to create a gradual transition across the sole.
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08Air Drying
Finished surfaces are left to dry on racks before assembly.
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09Adhesive Application
Operators apply adhesive to the bonding surfaces before assembly.
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10Assembly & Outsole Bonding
The shaped EVA body and separate outsole are aligned and pressed together.
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11Protective Packing
Finished sole units are arranged with protective material inside the carton.
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12Carton Packing & Staging
Packed cartons are grouped in the staging area for dispatch.
FACTORY & DOCUMENTATION
Our Factory
SANSD (Fujian) Plastic Co., Ltd. has manufactured foam in Jinjiang, Fujian, China since 1982. Our Jinjiang shoe sole workshop molds the popcorn foam body, applies finishes and bonds the outsole for assembled sole units.
- ISO 9001
- ISO 14001
- ISO 45001
- BSCI audit
- GRS
These credentials refer to SANSD’s company-level systems, audit or certification scope. Ask us which test reports or documentation apply to your selected sole construction.
BUYER QUESTIONS
ETPU Popcorn Shoe Sole FAQ
What is an ETPU popcorn shoe sole?
It is an assembled shoe sole unit. SANSD uses ETPU as the trade name for this popcorn-style construction. The molded body starts with physically foamed EVA particles, and the ground-contact outsole is a separate bonded layer.
What does popcorn outsole mean in a shoe sole listing?
Suppliers may use popcorn outsole to describe a sole with a visible bead texture. On our assembled sole unit, that texture comes from the EVA foam body. A separate bonded TPR or rubber layer is the ground-contact outsole.
How does an ETPU popcorn sole unit differ from a compression molded EVA midsole?
An EVA foam midsole is the cushioning layer between the upper and the outsole. A compression molded EVA midsole is shaped in a mold under pressure. Our assembled sole unit pairs a press-formed body made from physically expanded EVA beads with a separate TPR or rubber outsole bonded underneath.
Can I request an ETPU midsole or a complete shoe sole unit?
Tell us whether you need a standalone midsole or a complete shoe sole unit. If your specification says ETPU midsole, include the required polymer and construction. The ETPU popcorn soles shown here use physically foamed EVA particles for the sole body and a separate bonded TPR or rubber outsole.
What outsole materials are available?
TPR and rubber are available depending on the design. Confirm the ground-contact material for your selected model.
Can I choose from existing designs?
Yes. Start with the 3D, Combo or Shell Bottom Series shown above and include a model reference in your inquiry.
Can I send my own drawing or sample?
Yes. If you are sourcing custom sneaker outsoles or assembled sole units, send a drawing, reference photo or physical sample. We will review the geometry, target sizes and tread requirements with you.
How long do samples and bulk production take?
Typical lead times are 15 days for samples and 35 days for bulk production. Lead times may vary during peak season.
Can I buy ETPU popcorn foam sheets separately?
Yes. Unshaped ETPU popcorn foam sheets are available separately for buyers who plan to press-form parts themselves.
Can you share test documentation?
Tell us the destination market, requested test standard and model so we can confirm what documentation applies.
SEND YOUR REQUIREMENTS
Request an ETPU Popcorn Sole Sample or Quote
Send the model number or your own drawing, target sizes, expected quantities and preferred outsole material. Tell us whether you need a full sole unit or only a component so we can confirm the right construction.
Typical lead times: 15 days for samples and 35 days for bulk production. Lead times may vary during peak season.