BusinessAugust 18, 2026

polyurethane

pol-ee-YOOR-uh-thayn

Definition

A versatile synthetic polymer produced as a plastic or foam, used by Kimpur in the production of industrial materials and systems.

Etymology

The term is a chemical portmanteau derived from 'polymer' and 'urethane', the latter of which comes from the French 'uréthane', referring to a compound related to urea.

In the news

The article highlights the company's role as a manufacturer in the chemical and polyurethane industry, focusing on how these production operations are assessed for sustainability.

Kimpur Details Climate Metrics in TSRS-Aligned 2025 Sustainability Report

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