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The Iranian Polyurethane Manufacturers Association was founded in May 2021 to advance the polyurethane industry and address customer needs. Imen Polymer Chemie Co., active since 1994, offers over 150 polyurethane products. The competitive market demands high-quality, locally tailored products, and collaboration within the association is crucial. Initiatives to support growth include a dedicated exhibition space, a polyurethane magazine, and training seminars.

On August 30, 2024, Recticel, a leading manufacturer of polyurethane (PU) insulation panels in Europe, announced its earnings for the first half of 2024. The company recorded a 12.2% year-on-year increase in net sales, reaching EUR 299 million. Adjusted EBITDA surged by 37.9% year-on-year to EUR 25.1 million.

The IPC brand is recognized among industry experts as a leading name for quality in polyurethane (PU) systems. The company produces a range of high-tech products, including raw materials for rigid and flexible PU foam, elastofoam, coating systems, adhesives, and more.

Table of contents Imen Polymer Chemie, pioneer in the polyurethane industry in Iran, proudly announces the second renewal of its knowledge-based certificate. This significant achievement not only reflects the company’s technical and specialized capabilities but also demonstrates its ongoing commitment to innovation, research, and development.   Importance of the knowledge-based certificate The knowledge-based certificate allows […]

The chemical compounds TDI (Toluene Diisocyanate) and MDI (Methylene Diphenyl Diisocyanate) are widely used as raw materials in the production of rigid and flexible polyurethane foams. In the automotive industry, polyurethane foam is utilized in a variety of applications, bringing significant improvements to vehicles, including enhanced comfort, sound and heat insulation, safety performance, sealing, and structural integrity.

The problem of plastic pollution has been steadily increasing over time. In response, an American researcher at an agricultural research center has been studying a new approach to tackling this issue. The researcher has focused a significant amount of time on investigating the possibility of converting agricultural waste into bioplastics.

The polyurethane industry plays a crucial role in our lives and is often considered a measure of a nation's prosperity; thus, the Iranian Polyurethane Association began its activities in April-May 2021 with the aim of enhancing production and meeting national needs.

China will ban HCFC-141b in refrigerators, refrigerated containers, and water heaters starting January 1, 2019, as part of its Montreal Protocol commitments. The full phase-out of HCFCs is targeted for 2030, with minimal impact expected on these industries due to prior adjustments.