Polymeg 1000 POLYOL

LyondellBasell

Description

Polymeg polyols are polytetramethylene ether glycols (PTMEG) produced by polymerizing tetrahydrofuran. Polymeg polyols are linear diols with a backbone of repeating tetramethylene units connected by ether linkages. The chains are capped with primary hydroxyl units.

Availability

Europe, North America

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SDS - Safety Data Sheet
PSB - Product Stewardship Bulletin

Product Data and Technical Information

Corporate Statement

Polymeg polyols are polytetramethylene ether glycols (PTMEG) produced by polymerizing tetrahydrofuran. Polymeg polyols are linear diols with a backbone of repeating tetramethylene units connected by ether linkages. The chains are capped with primary hydroxyl units.

Benefits & Applications

The primary applications for Polymeg polyols are as the soft segment of polyurethanes, copolymer polyesters and polyamide elastomers. As a component of urethane elastomers, thes polyols are used in the following systems:

Thermoplastics for injection molding and extrusion
Thermoset polyurethanes, castable prepolymers, millable gums
Metal and textile coatings/linings and adhesives
Spandex elastic fibers
High performance elastomers made with Polymeg polyols are used in a large number of applications, including:

Automotive
Adhesives and sealants
Coatings
Engineered components
Industrial
Sports equipment
Clothing

Chemical Category

Polyols