Korean scientists have developed TPU with a bio-based content of up to 97%

scientists at the gyeongbuk institute of science and technology in daegu, south korea, have found a way to make thermoplastic polyurethane (tpu) with a bio-based content of 97%. it is made using biomass monomers instead of petroleum-based materials. this tpu is made from sebacic acid polyester polyol, 1,4-butanediol and isocyanate using a one-shot polymerization process.…