Abstract
IAL Consultants is pleased to announce the forthcoming publication of its
report: Polyurethane Additive Markets in Europe, Middle East & Africa. This
first-edition volume provides a detailed overview of the various additives
used in the manufacture of polyurethane foams, both rigid and flexible.
Drawing on IAL' s comprehensive research into the global markets for
polyurethane chemicals, this report covers the consumption of additives in the
manufacture of flexible and rigid polyurethane foams in Europe, Middle East &
Africa.
The following additive types are covered:
- Blowing agents
- Catalysts
- Flame retardants
- Mould release agents
- Surfactants
- Antioxidants
The following countries are covered:
Western Europe (12 countries/regions)
-Austria, Benelux, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Nordic Region, Portugal,
Spain, Switzerland, United Kingdom
Eastern Europe (9 countries/regions) - Czech Republic, CIS, Hungary,
Poland, Russian Federation, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, Other (Baltic States,
Romania, Bulgaria)
Middle East and Africa (6 countries/regions)
- Egypt, Iran, South Africa, Syria, Maghreb Countries, Turkey, Other Middle
East and Africa
Research for this report has drawn on a variety of published sources,
including IAL' s studies of the polyurethane chemicals markets, as well as new
primary research including a telephone interview programme conducted during
summer 2006.
Table of Contents
1. Introduction
2. Executive Summary
3. Market Data by Additive Type, End-use and Region
- Product Types
- Blowing agents
- Catalysts
- Flame retardants
- Mould release agents
- Surfactants
- Antioxidants
- Applications
- Region
- Western Europe
- Eastern Europe
- Middle East & Africa
4. Market Trends
- Legislation, technical & commercial trends
5. Suppliers by Additive Type
6. Profiles of Leading Suppliers
7. Directory of Suppliers
8. Directory of Trade Associations
9. Sources of Information
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