Momentive Introduces Next-Generation Niax™ Polyurethane Foam Additive to Improve Sustainability

Momentive Performance Materials Inc.
announced a new generation of Niax urethane additives for a broad range of urethane applications
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These new products have lower emission properties while allowing manufacturers to maintain the performance of their processes and end products
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● Niax silicone stabilizers for slab polyurethane foam can significantly reduce emissions and reduce the odor of the final foam compared to traditional stabilizers
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● Niax silicone L-850 used in the production of flame retardant foam can reduce the use of flame retardants by 10%-30% in some formulations
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● Niax EF catalysts can provide lower emissions, lower odor and wider processing latitude for bedding, furniture and molded automotive foam applications
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● Niax silicone stabilizers have low emission properties and are suitable for rigid foam formulations
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These formulations reduce the thermal conductivity of insulating panels and increase the durability of sandwich metal panels by eliminating surface defects
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● Niax Silicone L-3881 is a new low-emission surfactant for viscoelastic molded flexible foam formulations, often providing improved stability and a wider processing latitude
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● Niax silicone L-5641, which reduces VOC emissions, is used in the manufacture of mechanically foamed foams and optimizes the performance characteristics of energy absorbing foams
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Dr.
Alberto Melle, head of Momentive's global SLAB business, said: "With a commitment to more sustainable formulations, lower emission products and more energy-efficient applications of polyurethane additives, Momentive's well-known product reliability has taken another giant step forward.

In addition, Momentive's application expertise and ability to provide new solutions enables them to cover the widest range of end applications
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