Non-isocyanate polyurethanes (NIPUs) are an advanced polymer solution leading to a safer and more sustainable alternative to traditional polyurethanes. The conventional production methods involve the usage of so-called toxic isocyanates such as MDI, TDI, etc.

Polyurethane Dispersions (PUDs): A Sustainable Shift in Wood and Furniture Coatings

BASF is reinforcing its position in plastic additive solutions by expanding production capacities for both standard and NOR HALS products.

QXO, Inc. entered into a definitive agreement to acquire TopBuild Corp. (“TopBuild”) for approximately $17 billion, significantly expanding QXO’s scale and capabilities across the building products value chain. The transaction is expected to be substantially accretive to the company’s earnings. TopBuild is the largest distributor and installer of insulation and related building products in North America. The combination will bring together QXO’s leading positions in roofing,

Global blowing agent (BA) consumption in polyurethane foams reached ~900,000 tonnes in 2025, with demand shaped primarily by insulation needs, regulatory pressures and the rapid transition to low‑GWP technologies.

This study delivers an in-depth assessment of the global polyurethane (PU) industry’s shift toward sustainability. It examines the current landscape of conventional PU products and outlines the emerging technologies, materials and strategies.

Symrise AG has introduced its new Care & Wellness Division to meet the rising global demand for integrated health, wellbeing, and beauty solutions. Part of its Scent & Care segment, the division combines expertise in cosmetic ingredients, health actives, and biotics strengthened by the 2025 Probi acquisition to offer a comprehensive, science-backed portfolio supporting topical, ingestible, and inside-out beauty applications.

The transition from CFCs to low global warming potential (low-GWP) blowing agents is transforming the global foam and insulation industry. Blowing agents are chemicals used to create the cellular structure in foam materials such as polyurethane and polystyrene, which are widely used in construction insulation, refrigeration appliances, automotive components and packaging. Traditionally used blowing agents have raised environmental concerns due to their contribution to greenho

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The global push towards sustainability has significantly influenced the production of polyurethane systems in recent years.

IAL Consultants is pleased to announce the publication of the second edition of its two-volume study on the global market for additives. Blowing agents are covered in Volume 1 and flame retardants in Volume 2.

Lubrizol and Bjørn Thorsen A/S has expanded its distribution partnership for Lubrizol’s industrial thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) resins to Germany and Hungary. Bjørn Thorsen, a well-established distributor of Lubrizol TPU in Nordics, Baltics, UK and Ireland, is now strengthening its distribution portfolio and local presence in key Central European markets.

MANE partners with Arzeda to develop next-generation stevia solutions for sugar reduction

Selena has added a new polyurethane foam product to its Tytan portfolio. The multi-position foam, Tytan Professional Revo 360°, was developed to increase productivity and reduce operating costs on construction sites.

Evonik reported a challenging operating environment in 2025, with demand across many chemical end-markets remaining weak and customers maintaining cautious purchasing behavior.

Huntsman Polyurethanes has announced that its thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) manufacturing facilities in Jinshan, China, and Osnabrück, Germany, have successfully secured International Sustainability & Carbon Certification (ISCC+)

Growing consumer awareness of the gut microbiome’s role in overall health has propelled prebiotics, probiotics and postbiotics into the spotlight. The rising preference for soluble dietary fibre, valued for its wide-ranging health benefits and versatility in food applications, is driving global demand. Plant-based diets and the pursuit of clean-label products are further reinforcing the appeal of fibre-rich food and beverages. With increasing consumer demand for tailored well

The report presents data on the 2025 consumption of aliphatic and aromatic polyester polyols, as well as polyether and eco-friendly polyols, together with forecast consumption to 2030 (eco-friendly polyols forecast to 2035). Consumption data and forecasts are segmented by the three major geographic regions: the Americas, EMEA and Asia-Pacific

Seqens Personal Care has added four blends to its Advens cosmetic ingredients portfolio, consisting of a range of multifunctional alternatives to traditional preservatives. The blends come with two fully bio-based “twins” and aim to drive eco-conscious product development. Developed at the UK manufacturing site Chemoxy, an affiliate of Seqens, the multifunctional ingredients provide humectant and emollient properties. They also act as boosters by reducing the concentration of

Publication: January 2026 IAL Consultants is pleased to announce the publication of the second edition of its four-volume study on the global market for polyols. Aliphatic Polyester Polyols are covered in Volume 1; Aromatic Polyester Polyols in Volume 2; Polyether Polyols in Volume 3; and Eco-Friendly Polyols in Volume 4. The geographic scope of the study is as follows: · EMEA (Western Europe, Central and Eastern Europe, Middle East and Africa) · The Am