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Sustainable Polyurethane Production Without Isocyanate

Sustainable Polyurethane Production Without Isocyanate

Polyurethanes (PUR) are found in many products, such as upholstered furniture, foam or insulation materials, flooring, paints and even medical catheter tubes. The production of these high-demand plastics, however, relies on toxic isocyanate. Fraunhofer researchers have now developed an alternative production process using harmless dicarbamate.

  • February 2, 2026
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