Phosphorus, nitrogen and inorganics used in polyurethane chemical recycling produce PIN flame retardant recycled PUR. Glycolysis is the most widespread route for chemical recycling of polyurethanes (PUR). Glycols or glycerol (which can be bio-derived), with catalysts,...
Denim cotton fabric can be recycled using PIN flame retardants to produce composite boards for fire compartmentation. The world produces some 150 million t/y of textile waste. This review suggests that end-of-life denim cotton fibres treated with PIN flame retardants...
To 25th March, Canada, consultation on information and labelling on chemicals in products, including FRs in furniture. Under the Canadian Environmental Protection Action, this Canada Government consultation aims to define actions to enhance transparency throughout the...
An active year for pinfa in Europe & worldwide: five new members, strategy and advocacy, new communications tools. pinfa’s Annual Report presents an overview of activities in Europe, North America and China. Policy areas in focus are the new EU Chemicals...
Sebastian Moschel, Budenheim (pinfa member), underlined that use of wood in construction is growing at 3.2% per year, and is desirable both for environmental reasons (carbon sequestration) and for aesthetic qualities. PIN FR intumescent coatings can provide fire...
