Asia Pacific Is Anticipated To Dominate The Global Polyurethane Prepolymer Market In The Near Future
The Asia Pacific has emerged as the fastest-growing market for polyurethane prepolymer and this is attributed to the increasing production of polyurethane and plastic in the region. According to the India Brand Equity Foundation, in FY20 (till January 2020), plastic exports stood at US$ 7.045 billion with the highest contribution from plastic raw materials at US$ 2.91 billion; plastic sheets, films, and plates at US$ 1.22 billion; and packaging materials at US$ 722.47 million.
Increasing
demand for prepolymers from a wide range of industries due to their durability,
biocompatibility, and biodegradability is driving the growth of the
polyurethane prepolymer market. These polymers exhibit rubber-like elasticity
and metal-like toughness properties. These polymers are gaining huge demand for
biomedical, coatings, and adhesives & elastomers applications. Moreover,
the increasing production of polymers around the globe is another factor
supporting the growth of the market. In August 2020, Lanxess has developed a
new range of MDI polyether prepolymers containing renewable, bio-based raw
materials. The products are suitable as a replacement for existing fossil-based
polyether prepolymers to manufacture highly durable polyurethane (PU)
elastomers.
A
polyurethane foam system, made of polyurethane foam and a resin mix, is
designed to resist compression, however, it does not guarantee it. The resin is
generally made from an industrial-strength resin blend. In addition, most
polyurethane foams are treated with additives, which improve flexibility and
enhance the resiliency of the foam. The polyurethane prepolymer can be used
with almost any foam application. Most polyurethane foams have their own pump
supply, which is then used to pump the product into the foam system. The
polyurethane foam system can come in a sheet or in a spray, depending upon the
size of the foam that needs to be covered.
Key Developments:
1. In January 2021, Lanxess has
developed a new Adiprene elastomer. The 95 Shore a hardness elastomer gives low
heat build-up in rollers that move quickly and are highly stressed. The
material is produced by using Adiprene PP1095H, a polyester-based pre-polymer
terminated with a p-phenylene diisocyanate (pPDI) plus the company's
VibracureA250 hardener
2. In February 2021, Sika, the
manufacturer of adhesives and sealants for the building sector and automotive industry,
has developed a new polyurethane technology, which it is launching onto the
market under the Purform® brand
3. In August 2019, Jowat launches
new product family for load-bearing glued wood construction. The new product
family in the Jowapur® series of the adhesives specialist from Detmold provides
a comprehensive portfolio of certified 1 — component PUR prepolymer adhesives
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