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.