27 November 2014
PCD is used to make high-performance polyurethanes
with characteristics such as
exceptional heat resistance and water resistance.
Demand for PCD is growing throughout the world as
the polyurethane market increasingly shifts
toward higher-performance.
A highly functional PCD developed by Asahi Kasei Chemicals,
Duranol™ features greater compatibility than ordinary PCD and
enables polyurethanes to be obtained with greater softness than
is possible with ordinary PCD.
PCD Duranol™ has the leading share of the Asian PCD market for
polyurethanes for synthetic leather in automotive interiors,
polyurethane coatings, and
UV-curable polyurethanes.
Demand for highly functional PCD is forecasted to continue to
grow briskly throughout Asia and especially in
China as a major center for
manufacturing automobiles and consumer electronics.
DETAILS
has completed the construction of a plant
in China for Duranol™ polycarbonatediol (PCD),
an intermediate for high-performance polyurethanes, and
began its commercial operation.
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