Huntsman Launches New Low-Emission Polyurethane Systems

Huntsman Launches New Low-Emission Polyurethane Systems Huntsman has announced the introduction of new low-emission MDI-based foam systems Acustiflex® LE and Rubiflex® LE polyurethane product lines for automotive interiors. These innovative technologies enable global automotive formulators and foam manufacturers to produce high-performance polyurethane foams while significantly reducing interior emission levels to meet OEM requirements. The Acustiflex® LE and Rubiflex® LE low-emission polyurethane portfolio represents the first fully commercialized technologies of their kind on the market. These products have been developed for automotive seating components and acoustic insulation parts. They are commonly used to manufacture a wide range of standard automotive components, simplifying supply and value chains for manufacturers who can reduce the different PU products they need to source. The Acustiflex® LE and Rubiflex® LE materials are now available following testing at two European Huntsman technical centers and independent evaluations conducted by external laboratories. Additionally, they are in the final approval stage with many leading global OEMs and interior component manufacturers. Luc Van Essche, Technology Development Leader at Huntsman, stated that the new low-emission PU system is an innovation that benefits drivers, manufacturers, OEMs and component producers throughout the automotive value chain. "We believe our innovation contributes to a safer and cleaner environment for everyone traveling inside a car. Working with our partners, we are contributing to transforming the transportation industry toward cleaner and safer mobility in a carbon-neutral and circular society. From a commercial perspective, this new system helps formulators and foam manufacturers perform better by significantly reducing emissions to meet OEM emission standards while providing the performance levels required for polyurethane foam processing," Van Essche said.