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INSQIN® Waterborne PU

A new generation of polyurethane technology for the production of pu-coated fabrics

November 2019

INSQIN® Waterborne PU

A new generation of polyurethane technology for the production of pu-coated fabrics

  • World Alliance Member
  • Featured Solution
  • Labelled Solution
Label Date November 19, 2019
From Germany
Maturity stage TRL 9 / CRI 5-6 - Market competition driving widespread deployment &/"Bankable" grade asset class

INSQIN® textile increases sustainability of coating by eliminating the need for harmful solvents in the material manufacture, it eliminates risks to workers’ health and of environmental pollution and also enables combining appearance/design and technical performance. Materials using INSQIN® waterborne PU technology also require drastically less water than traditional wet-processed materials and less energy in the production, so the carbon footprint is significantly reduced.

The Environmental Benefits

  • Increases resource efficiency by using 95% less water and 50% less energy

The Financial Benefits

  • A price range of 3-5 USD/KG while comparable solventborne PU dispersions are sold at a range of 3-9 USD/kg

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Covestro AG

To make the world a brighter place.

Headquarters 51373 Leverkusen, Germany
Type Company
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