Covestro to Supply Eco-Friendly TPU in Asia-Pacific Region... Starting Second Half of This Year
[Asia Economy Reporter Jeong Dong-hoon] German chemical materials company Covestro announced on the 10th that it plans to start supplying products using alternative raw materials such as thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) to the Asia-Pacific region in the second half of this year to achieve circular economy and sustainability goals.
Thermoplastic polyurethane becomes deformable and flexible when heated, yet is impact-resistant, making it suitable for various applications.
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The mass-balance method is essential in the chemical industry to maximize the use of renewable and recycled raw materials. It involves using bio-based raw materials such as edible oils and can be applied in existing fossil-based production facilities. It can be processed in the same way as conventional fossil fuels.
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