Open innovation project with a vision for safer polyurethane systems
Polyurethanes are versatile plastic materials that you can find in many applications - foam mattresses, animal-free synthetic leather, coatings and adhesives, as just a few examples. Today, they are made at large scale using isocyanates which often present toxicity risks for human health and environment.
“From an industrial perspective, non-isocyanate polyurethanes is an early, but evolving technology that has many interesting features. In the consortium, there is a lot of very interesting research that could provide a good opportunity for making these materials both greener and more sustainable for specialty applications. I am really excited to see the development in this area.” says Magnus Johnson, Director Open Innovation & IP.
“I am very happy as Perstorp to be part of the NIPU-EJD consortium. The industry is really looking forward to the development of non-isocyanate polyurethane systems both from safety and sustainable aspects. It is great to see the progress made since the project start and to be part of a very enthusiast and skilled network” , says Vanessa Maurin, Resins & Coatings Application Development Manager.