21. Mar 2024

Biobased PDO for more sustainability

In polymer chemistry, manufacturers are constantly looking for products that balance performance and sustainability. This is where Velvetol® biobased PDO comes in, developed by Nordmann's partner Weylchem.

Velvetol® is a family of high-performance polyether polyols derived entirely from renewable raw materials, setting a new standard in environmental awareness without compromising on technical quality.

Promoting sustainability without compromising performance

As a 100% bio-based 1,3-polypropanediol, it offers an excellent alternative to fossil-based products. In comparison to the production of petroleum based PTMEG Velvetol® offers up to 50% reduced global warming potential and up to 33% reduced non-renewable energy consumption.

Global Warming Potential
Global Warming Potential

But what really sets Velvetol® apart is its ability to deliver exceptional performance alongside its sustainable properties.

Advantages for technical excellence

  • Molecular weight versatility
  • Improved reactivity
  • Excellent hydrolysis resistance
  • Increased Toughness and Abrasion Resistance
  • Improved processing and handling
By enabling excellent properties in key applications VELVETOL® serves as a sustainable building block for the synthesis of polyurethane, co-polyetheramides and co-polyetherester as well as surfactants and many more.

  • Thermoplastic Polyurethane Elastomers (TPU)
  • Polyurethane dispersions (PUD)
  • Thermoset polyurethane elastomers
  • Spandex
  • Copolymers
  • PU foams
  • Synthetic leather
  • Coatings for various substrates
  • Binders
  • Lubricants
  • Footwear and textiles
  • Adhesives and sealants
Improving the performance of polymer formulations

In specific applications such as thermoplastic polyurethane elastomers (TPU), polyurethane dispersions (PUD) and polyurethane elastomers, Velvetol® offers many benefits:

  • TPU: Improved processing, reduced Shore hardness, excellent mechanical properties, high flexibility at low temperatures and high bio-content - all key factors for engineers seeking superior materials for demanding applications.
  • PUD: Reduced color and pigment requirements, improved flexibility and adhesion, and superior abrasion resistance - features that improve the performance of coatings and adhesives in industries ranging from construction to electronics.
  • PU elastomers: Improved toughness, elongation, tensile strength, compression set, dynamic properties, and flexibility at sub-zero temperatures - properties that are setting new standards in industries ranging from automotive to consumer goods.
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The properties of Velvetol® vary with the molecular weight

By helping manufacturers meet the increasing global need for more sustainable products, Velvetol® is truly boosting sustainability in polymers.

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