Socio-economic data

How important is the polyurethane industry to Europe’s economy? Polyurethanes are essential for the manufacture of countless products due to their unique properties and versatility. Polyurethane materials are lightweight, strong, durable and they can resist abrasion,...

Life Cycle Thinking and Eco-profiles

PlasticsEurope, the European association of plastics manufacturers, was the first industry organisation to assemble and publish detailed Life Cycle environmental data. Their first reports on plastics products and processes were published in 1993. ISOPA quickly joined...

Applications

Polyurethanes are an essential part of modern society. While often unseen, they help our daily lives across a wide range of industries. We use polyurethanes in one form or another every day – at home, in our places of work and vehicles, for sport and leisure...