BASF introduces biomass balance foam systems for the North American low-pressure polyurethane market.

BASF has launched biomass balance (BMB) grades of its Autofroth® polyurethane systems for the low-pressure polyurethane foam market. These mass-balanced products are REDcert2 certified, as are several BASF production sites, including its recently certified facility in Clemson, South Carolina.

Expanding the portfolio to include BMB products helps customers progress toward their sustainability targets. She noted that the new solutions can be scaled up quickly without the need for reformulation or changes to existing processing methods.

The biomass balance Autofroth systems provide an easy replacement option, allowing customers to lower the carbon footprint of rigid foam used in appliances, construction, and marine applications. As the BMB grades maintain the same specifications and processing performance as their fossil-based equivalents, manufacturers can transition smoothly without disrupting operations. These specialised polyurethane systems, applied under low pressure using BASF equipment, also provide a cost-effective alternative to traditional, high-pressure foam systems.

Source: BASF