Similar to other plastic materials such as PC or PP.Consumers are also skeptical about the safety and quality of Polyurethane plastic, or PU.
Polyurethane plastic is one of the popular materials in heavy industries. The material is formed thanks to the close connection of organic units through Carbamate (Urethane).The molecular structure of Polyurethane plastic has two parts: hard and soft. Isocyanate will be the main component that makes up the hard structure of PU plastic. Meanwhile, the software will be linked by Polyol.
Therefore, Polyurethane plastic not only has the elasticity of rubber but is also flexible in hard or soft state during the production process.
Is Polyurethane plastic toxic?
For producers:
As we all know, Isocyanate and Polyol are the two main ingredients that make up PU plastic. If the Isocyanate content exceeds the allowed level, it will affect the functions of organs such as the nose, throat, lungs, eyes and skin.
Therefore, workers are recommended to be fully equipped with protective equipment before participating in the production process.
For consumers:
The American Government Industrial Hygiene Association in conjunction with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration has announced that PU plastic is completely non-carcinogenic. Polyurethane plastic materials do not contain toxic substances and are suitable for application in all fields of life.