The present invention provides a polymeric compound (e.g., a compounded polymeric composition) of highly improved processibility that includes a conventional block
copolymer, a controlled distribution block
copolymer, and optionally one or more components selected from the group consisting of olefin polymers,
styrene polymers, tackifying resins, extending oils, waxes, fillers, and
engineering thermoplastic resins. The controlled distribution block
copolymer is used as a flow modifier to enhance processability of the conventional block copolymer compound. The polymeric compound of the present invention suffers no reduction in mechanic properties while exhibiting improved processability. One
advantage of the present invention is that high performance rubber compounds can be made which can be more easily thermally processed relative to prior art compounds. As such, lower
energy consumption, reduced cycle times, reduced part warpage, and / or increasing mold complexity can be achieved.