Bayer offers bio-based polyols for foam

19 December 2007 22:08  [Source: ICIS news]

HOUSTON (ICIS news)--Bayer MaterialScience said on Wednesday it has made several bio-based offerings available on the market for flexible polyurethane foam.

Bayer said its natural oil polyols, which are derived from seed-based oils, have 20% renewable content and have performance properties essentially equal to those of petroleum-based polyols

The polyols are designed for use in the production of flexible slabstock foam for furniture, mattress and cushioning applications, Bayer said.

The bio-based polyols are prepared using Bayer’s IMPACT catalyst technology. The polyols can be processed by standard slabstock machines, the company added.

By: Brian Ford
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