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BASF We create chemistry
The key to producing high-end polyurethanes
At BASF, we create chemistry. Our portfolio ranges from chemicals, plastics, performance products and crop protection products to oil and gas. As the world’s leading chemical company, we combine economic success with environmental protection and social responsibility. Through science and innovation, we enable our customers in nearly every industry to meet the current and future needs of society. Our products and solutions contribute to conserving resources, ensuring nutrition and improving quality of life. We have summed up this contribution in our corporate purpose: We create chemistry for a sustainable future.
BASF has a globally unique portfolio of chemical intermediates for the
manufacture of outstandingly versatile polyurethane (PUR) materials, including
an extensive range of high-performance catalysts, polyols, additives and
solvents. In addition to a high level of supplier reliability through backward
integration and global PUR expertise, BASF offers local presence and exten-
sive customer services. The company also provides wide-ranging support in
the development of innovative products and processes.
Top intermediates supplier
The BASF Group’s Intermediates division develops, produces and markets
a comprehensive portfolio of about 700 intermediates around the world.
Its most important product groups include amines, diols, polyalcohols, acids
and specialties. Intermediates are for example used as starting materials for
coatings, plastics, pharmaceuticals, textiles, detergents and crop protectants.
Innovative intermediates from BASF help to improve both the properties of
final products and the efficiency of production processes. The ISO 9001
certified Intermediates division operates plants at production sites in Europe,
Asia and North America. While rigid and semi-rigid PUR foams are used for insulation, dashboards
and insulating board, flexible foam is used for upholstering car seats,
furniture and mattresses. You also find PUR foam in the soles of shoes and
in energy absorbing materials in the automotive industry. BASF products are
appreciated in the production of thermoplastic polyurethanes (TPU) and PUR
dispersions as well. Polycaprolactones available by the name of Capromer are
exceptionally well suited to this application.
Comprehensive portfolio of PUR intermediates on pages 12-15
Catalysts (page 4) Polyols (page 5) Additives (page 9) Solvents (page 11)
Lupragen® catalysts Butanediol (BDO)
�Polytetrahydrofuran (PolyTHF®)
Hexanediol (HDO)
Pentanediol (PDO)
Trimethylolpropane
(TMP)
Capromer™ polycaprolactons
Ethanolamines (EOA)
Methyldiethanolamine (MDEOA)
N4-Amine
Aminoethylethanol-amine (AEEA)
Isopropanolamine
Basionics™ antistatics
Propylene carbonate (PC)
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Catalysts
Polyols
Lupragen
BASF has more than 15 PUR amine catalysts in its product portfolio that make
it a world leader in this segment. The company markets high-performance
reaction accelerators under the Lupragen® brand, including extremely
low-emission PUR catalysts.
As the world‘s leading chemical company BASF is offering excellent and
consistent product quality, high supplier reliability, and worldwide product
availability with dedicated production facilities in Europe and North America.
PUR catalysts are usually tertiary amines. They are required to facilitate the
reaction of the main components isocyanate and polyol. Depending on the
catalyst choice the polyurethane forming process can be controlled to favor
the gelling or blowing reaction. This behavior leads to PUR material with the
desired properties, depending on whether the final product is to be a rigid,
semi-rigid or flexible foam (see pages 12/13).
BASF Lupragen catalysts offer the following advantages
■ One-stop product portfolio covering all desired application areas from rigid to flexible PUR foam
■ Availability of low-VOC catalysts addressing increasing environmental and health issues in end-consumer products
■ Excellent and consistent catalyst quality
Butanediol (BDO)
BASF is the world’s biggest producer of 1,4-butanediol (BDO)
and its derivatives. BDO is a bifunctional alcohol that is very
widely used in the chemical industry. The terminal OH in
each of the –CH2OH groups of BDO can be reacted with
numerous monofunctional and bifunctional compounds, for
example to form polyesters with dicarboxylic acids, PUR with
diisocyanates, and polycarbonates with phosgene. It is also
used as a building block in the production of polyester
polyols and polyether polyols.
BDO and its derivatives are used for producing engineering
plastics, PUR, solvents, electronic chemicals and elastic fibers.
Main BDO reaction types in PUR chemistry:
■ BDO + dicarboxylic acids polyester polyols
■ BDO + alkylene oxides polyether polyols
■ BDO + diisocyanates PUR
Polytetrahydrofuran (PolyTHF):
PolyTHF® is one of the main soft segments for thermoplastic
elastomers and crosslinked elastomers.
The hard segment of thermoplastic elastomers generally consists
of chain extenders such as short-chain diols (e.g. 1,4-butanediol)
and diamines (e.g. 1,2-propylenediamine). The amorphous soft
segment (PolyTHF) not only imparts elasticity and low-tempera-
ture flexibility to the finished product but influences the chemical
behavior as well. Careful adjustment of the soft segment fine-
tunes the desired properties of the final application.
BASF is the global market leader in PolyTHF production
and manufactures a wide range of PolyTHF molecular weights,
including the standard molecular weights 650, 1,000 and 2,000;
as well as the special molecular weight 250 (technical grade).
PolyTHF is the ideal soft segment for PUR with:
■ Excellent dynamic mechanical properties across a wide temperature range
■ Exceptional low-temperature behavior
■ Superior hydrolytic stability
■ High moisture vapor transmission
■ Excellent abrasion resistance
■ High microbial resistance
The physical and chemical properties of PolyTHF give it advantages over competitive materials such as polyester polyols, due in particular to its superior hydrolytic stability and microbial resistance.
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Hexanediol (HDO)
1,6-Hexanediol (HDO) is a valuable specialty intermediate
chemical with many applications. A linear diol containing two
primary hydroxyl groups, HDO is a white, waxy solid at room
temperature and melts easily to a clear liquid at temperatures
above its melting range of 40 – 42 °C.
HDO is produced at our global Verbund sites in Ludwigshafen,
Germany, and Freeport, Texas. Molten HDO and HDO flakes
are the grades supplied.
HDO undergoes all reactions typical of primary alcohols.
HDO properties are of particular value in the manufacture of
polyester polyols used in PUR elastomers, PUR dispersions,
coatings and adhesives. Downstream applications of the above
include protective and industrial coatings, microcellular PUR,
cast elastomers, fibers, cosmetics, printing inks and many
more. HDO can also be used as a chain extender.
HDO-based polyester polyols can be used as soft fibre in polymers and are characterized by
■ High resistance to hydrolysis
■ Good physical properties
■ Low glass transition temperature
■ Dry grip
Pure potential: 1,5-pentanediol (PDO)
1,5-Pentanediol (PDO) is a bifunctional alcohol used in the
synthesis of innovative TPU, polyester resins, plasticizers,
pharmaceuticals, crop protection agents and piperidine.
Our high-quality PDO opens up new opportunities in the
organic synthesis of products requiring a 5-carbon unit.
Trimethylolpropane (TMP)
Trimethylolpropane (TMP) is a major intermediate with a wide range of
applications in the chemical industry, the main ones being polyester polyols,
polyether polyols, binders and adhesives, synthetic lubricants, polyester and
alkyd resin coatings.
TMP with its three primary alcohol groups is used as a three-functional cross-
linking agent. It is a white solid at room temperature and easily melts to give a
clear liquid at temperatures above its melting range of 58 – 60 °C.
TMP has a wide variety of applications, with a quaternary structure providing:
■ Superior hydrolytic stability
■ Weatherability
■ A good balance between hardness and flexibility
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Capromer polycaprolactones
Capromer™ polycaprolactones are speciality polyols for
high-performance PUR applications. Low-viscosity di- and trifunctional poly-
ols are available as components for isocyanate-based formulation systems.
Capromers offer outstanding low-temperature flexibility for thermoplastic
elastomers used in technical applications and coatings. BASF’s Capromers
are used where high hydrolytic stability is required together with good
light-fastness. The polycaprolactones have a very low melting viscosity for
easy processing of PUR elastomers. Capromer-based PUR dispersions are
the best choice for any textile and leather application. For coatings applica-
tions the low viscosity facilitates high-solids systems or even solvent-free
formulations. Such coatings offer excellent weatherability and chemical
resistance.
Trifunctional Capromers have extraordinarily low viscosity and increase the
resistance in any PU-based adhesives and coatings consistent reactivity.
The unique manufacturing process results in Capromers of unique quality
with low catalyst levels for consistent reactivity of the PUR reaction in your
process.
Capromers are available as standard grades and as premium grades with
reduced acid value for even greater hydrolytic stability.
Additives
Ethanolamines (EOA)
are used in various PUR applications as chain extenders and cross-linkers.
Mono-, di- and triethanolamine (MEOA, DEOA, TEOA) forms exist. DEOA and
TEOA may be used as polymerization starters in polyol manufacture. The
catalytic effect also provides a means of controlling the foaming rate and sub-
sequent curing. BASF offers a high level of supplier reliability as a European
market leader with full backward integration into raw materials and plants in
Germany, Belgium and China. The company also has an extensive product
range with a variety of solutions and mixtures. MEOA, DEOA and TEOA are
produced from synthesis of ethylene oxide and ammonia. In addition to pure
grades and an array of mixtures and solutions, BASF supplies a mixture of
TEOA and DEOA created especially for the PUR market and sold under the
product name Triethanolamine S.
Methyldiethanolamine (MDEOA)
is an amine-based polyol that is suitable for use as a PUR catalyst and as a
special polyol in PUR synthesis. A double-action additive (catalyst and polyol),
MDEOA is also a useful cross-linker and chain extender. BASF is the world’s
only manufacturer with full backward integration covering all the raw materials
contained in MDEOA.
N4-Amine
is making a name as a special catalyst in the flexible foam segment. The high
amine content significantly reduces starting time. This property is an advan-
tage when rapid foam injection is required.
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Solvents
Propylene carbonate
BASF is a leading producer of propylene carbonate (PC) with an integrated
production site in Ludwigshafen, Germany. Expertise in the production of PC
combined with fully backward-integrated production sites in all major con-
sumption areas make BASF the poly urethane industry’s supplier and partner
of choice.
As the world’s leading chemical company, BASF has many years of expe-
rience in PC with regard to issues such as health, sustainability, product
stewardship, safety and the environment. We share this expertise to make our
customers more successful.
Propylene Carbonate has a number of beneficial properties and characteris-
tics in urethane chemistry applications. It can be used as a viscosity reducer,
compatibilizer, reactive diluent and plasticizer in urethane systems.
Other fields of applications for propylene carbonate are:
■ Solvent replacement for toxic solvents (low toxicity and non-irritability)
Aminoethylethanol amine (AEEA)
is used as a chain extender and cross-linker for PUR and affects polymer
properties accordingly. The product’s bifunctionality is a requirement for its
use in these areas. Both the hydroxy and the amine function react very well
with isocyanates.
Isopropanolamines
Monoisopropanolamine (MIPOA), diisopropanolamine (DIPOA) and triisopro-
panolamine (TIPOA) are suitable as PUR additive.
In the manufacture of flexible foams, these products can be used in order to
adjust parameters like tensile and tear strength and can aid in high-tempera-
ture resistance.
Basionics antistatics
BasionicsTM are outstanding new additives to provide antistatic properties
to polyurethanes. Basionics antistatics may be applied to a wide range of
PUR products, from low-density flexible foams, to microcellular materials, to
compact PUR materials like cast elastomers or TPU. They allow a targeted
selection in terms of conductivity, matrix compatibility and insertability and
offer wide formulation flexibility.
As Basionics are transparent, manufacturers can produce naturally colored as
well as tinted products. The wide window of thermal stability allows their use
in nearly all common PUR manufacturing and application processes.
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Comprehensive portfolio of PUR intermediates
If not specified, b.p. and m.p. measured at 1013 hPa.
BASF name International name CAS-no. Mol. weight[g/mol]
TSCA REACH ENCS/ IS
Meltingpoint[°C]
Boiling point[°C]
Purity/content[%]
Low emis-sion
Application
flexible foam semi-rigid rigid elastomer adhesives TPUslabstock molded foam foam shoe sole coatings
Lupragen® N 100 N,N-Dimethylcyclohexylamine 98-94-2 127.2 + registered + –77 162.3 min. 99.0 (GC)
Lupragen® N 101 N,N-Dimethylethanolamine 108-01-0 89.1 + registered + –59 134.1 min. 99.8 (GC)
Lupragen® N 105 N-Methylmorpholine 109-02-4 101.2 + registered + –65 115 min. 99.0 (GC) �
Lupragen® N 106 2,2’-Dimorpholinodiethylether 6425-39-4 244.3 + registered MON2, JP –28 309 min. 98.0 (GC)
Lupragen® N 107 Dimethylaminoethoxyethanol 1704-62-7 133.2 + registered + < –70 204 min. 99.0 (GC) +
Lupragen® N 201 Triethylenediamine 33% sol. in dipropyleneglycol 280-57-9 112.2 + registered + –39 173,4 33.1 – 33.5 (titration)
Lupragen® N 203 Triethylenediamine 33% sol. in monoethyleneglycol 280-57-9 112.2 + registered + –67 196 33.1 – 33.5 (titration)
Lupragen® N 205 Bis(2-dimethylaminoethyl)ether 3033-62-3 160.3 + registered + < –80 188 min. 97.0 (GC)
Lupragen® N 400 N,N,N’-Trimethylaminoethylethanolamine 2212-32-0 146.2 + preregistered + < –70 210 min. 98.5 (GC) +
Lupragen® N 500 N,N,N’,N’-Tetramethyl-1,6-hexanediamine 111-18-2 172.3 + registered + –46 212 – 216 min. 99.0 (GC)
Lupragen® N 600 S-Triazine 15875-13-5 342.6 + registered + –59 225 100.0 (w/w)
Lupragen® N 700 1,8-Diazabicyclo-5,4,0-undecene-7 6674-22-2 152.2 + registered + –70 262 min. 98.0 (GC)
Lupragen® API N-(3-Aminopropyl)imidazole 5036-48-6 125.2 + registered + –68 296 97.0 (GC) +
Lupragen® DMI 1,2-Dimethylimidazole 1739-84-0 96.1 + registered + 20 – 40 205 min. 96.0 (GC)
3-Dimethylaminopropane-1-ol 3-Dimethylaminopropane-1-ol 3179-63-3 103.2 + preregistered + –35 159 min. 99.0 +
PolyTHF® 650S Polytetramethyleneetherglycol 650S 25190-06-1 650 + exempt + 25 > 250 min. 99.0
PolyTHF® 1000 Polytetramethyleneetherglycol 1000 25190-06-2 1000 + exempt + 26 > 250 min. 99.0
PolyTHF® 1000S Polytetramethyleneetherglycol 1000S 25190-06-3 1000 + exempt + 26 > 250 min. 99.0
PolyTHF® 2000 Polytetramethyleneetherglycol 2000 25190-06-4 2000 + exempt + 36 > 250 min. 99.0
1,4-Butanediol 1,4-Butanediol 110-63-4 90.1 + registered MON2, JP 20 230 min. 99.5 (GC)
1,6-Hexanediol 1,6-Hexanediol 629-11-8 118.2 + registered + 40 – 42 253 – 260 min. 96.0 (GC)
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Capromer™ and Basionics™ are registered trademarks of BASF SE.
PolyTHF® and Lupragen® are registered trademarks of BASF SE in many countries.
If not specified, b.p. and m.p. measured at 1013 hPa.
BASF name International name CAS-no. Mol. weight[g/mol]
TSCA REACH ENCS/ IS
Meltingpoint[°C]
Boiling point[°C]
Purity/content[%]
Low emis-sion
Application
flexible foam semi-rigid rigid elastomer adhesives TPUslabstock molded foam foam shoe sole coatings
1,5-Pentanediol 1,5-Pentanediol 111-29-5 104.2 + registered + –16 240 – 244 min. 97.0 (GC)
TMP (Trimethylolpropane) Trimethylolpropane 77-99-6 134.2 + registered + 58 292 – 297 min. 99.0 (GC)
PC (Propylene carbonate) Propylene carbonate 108-32-7 102.1 + registered + –49 240 – 243 min. 99.7 (GC)
DMAPA 3-(Dimethylamino)propylamine 109-55-7 102.2 + registered + < –50 134 min. 99.8 (GC)
Methyldiethanolamine Methyldiethanolamine 105-59-9 119.2 + registered + –21 243 min. 99.0
Monoethanolamine pure Monoethanolamine pure 141-43-5 61.1 + registered + 11 170 min. 99.7
Diethanolamine pure Diethanolamine pure 111-42-2 105.1 + registered + 27 270 min. 99.3
Triethanolamine pure Triethanolamine pure 102-71-6 149.2 + registered + 18-23 336 min. 99.3
Triethanolamine S Triethanolamine S 102-71-6 149.0 + registered + 8 175 – 185 (2 hPa) 82.0 – 88.0
N-(2-Aminoethyl)ethanolamine N-(2-Aminoethyl)ethanolamine 111-41-1 104.15 + registered + < –18 243 min. 99.5
Isopropanolamine Isopropanolamine 78-96-6 75.1 + registered + 2 158 – 159 min. 99.0
Diisopropanolamine Diisopropanolamine 110-97-4 133.2 + registered + 44.5 – 45.5 249 – 255 min. 99.0
Triisopropanolamine Triisopropanolamine 122-20-3 191.3 + registered + 45 301 min. 99.0
N4-Amine N,N’-Bis-(3-aminopropyl)-ethylenediamine 10563-26-5 174.3 + preregistered - –1.5 > 169 min. 93.0
Capromer™ PD1-10 Capromer™ PD1-10 69089-45-8 1000 + exempt + 30 – 45 > 250 min. 99.0
Capromer™ PD1-10A Capromer™ PD1-10A 69089-45-8 1000 + exempt + 30 – 45 > 250 min. 99.0
Capromer™ PD1-20 Capromer™ PD1-20 69089-45-8 2000 + exempt + 40 – 50 > 250 min. 99.0
Capromer™ PD1-20A Capromer™ PD1-20A 69089-45-8 2000 + exempt + 40 – 50 > 250 min. 99.0
Capromer™ PD4-05 Capromer™ PD4-05 36890-68-3 550 + exempt + 15 – 25 > 250 min. 99.0
Capromer™ PT1-05 Capromer™ PT1-05 37625-56-2 540 + exempt + 0 – 15 > 250 min. 99.0
Comprehensive portfolio of PUR intermediates
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Your benefits:
■ Globally unique portfolio of chemical intermediates
■ High level of supply reliability
■ Local presence
■ Extensive customer service
■ Wide-ranging support
The data contained in this publication is based on our current knowledge and experience. In view of the many factors that may affect processing and application of our product, the data does not relieve processors from carrying out their own investigations and tests; neither does the data imply any guarantee of certain properties, nor the suitability of the product for a specific purpose. Any descriptions, drawings, photographs, data, proportions, weights etc. given herein may change without prior information and do not constitute the agreed contractual quality of the product. It is the responsibility of the recipient of our products to ensure that any proprietary rights and existing laws and legislation are observed. The safety data given in this publication is for information purposes only and does not constitute a legally binding Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS). The relevant MSDS can be obtained upon request from your supplier or you may contact BASF directly at [email protected]. 2015 edition
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