Huntsman and BASF unveiled innovative polyurethane footwear solutions at SIMAC

Huntsman: Introducing new waterborne polyurethane technology Huntsman announced three new waterborne polyurethane technologies to be rolled out at SIMAC 2019 in Milan, Italy. The company also revealed details of two new Avalon thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) grades, Avalon 65 DHT TPU and Avalon85 AHT TPU, the latest addition to the company's Avalon AHT range.

[Keywords] Huntsman; SIMAC; Polyurethane; BASF; Milan, Italy; shoe materials; Avalon; Foaming; Technology exhibitions; Trademark;

[Source] Global Polyurethane , Polyurethane Monthly , Editorial Office Mailbox , Issue 02, 2019

Polyester Polyol is a type of polyol that is derived from the reaction between a polyol (such as glycerol or ethylene glycol) and a dicarboxylic acid (such as adipic acid or phthalic anhydride). It is commonly used as a raw material in the production of polyurethane foams, coatings, adhesives, and elastomers.

Polyester polyols have several advantages over other types of polyols. They have good chemical resistance, mechanical properties, and thermal stability. They also have low toxicity and are environmentally friendly. Additionally, polyester polyols can be easily modified to achieve desired properties, such as increased flexibility or flame retardancy.

Polyester polyols are typically liquid at room temperature and have a high molecular weight. They can be further reacted with isocyanates to form polyurethane materials, which have a wide range of applications in various industries, including automotive, construction, and furniture.