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Polyurethane
Characteristics of PU
First developed during World War II as a replacement for rubber, polyurethane offers the elasticity of rubber combined with the toughness and durability of metal. Polyurethane can be produced in many forms with a wide range of stiffness, hardness and density. Most commonly found in foam form, polyurethane has many unique uses.
Chemical Resistance:
- Poor
- Excellent
- Acids – Dilute
- Acids – Concentrated
- Alcohols
- Bases
- Hydrocarbons, Aliphatic
- Hydrocarbons, Aromatics
- Hydrocarbons, Halogenated
- Ketones
- Oils, Minerals
- Oil, Vegetable
- Fair
- Poor to Low
- Poor
- Poor
- Low
- Low
- Low
- Poor
- Low
- Fair
PU for Laboratories:
Polyurethane is a versatile plastic that may come in many forms. Though it is not resistant to many strong chemicals, it offers elasticity and durability, making it the ideal material for certain laboratory applications. PU also has excellent resistance to sunlight and has excellent impact resistance.
Recycling:
PU does not have its own recycling code, but can be recycled into many other products such as padding and automotive accessories. For more information regarding PU recycling see the Plastic Container Recycling Page
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Other Plastic Container Material
- PET Plastic Containers
- HDPE Plastic Containers
- PVC Plastic Containers
- LDPE Plastic Containers
- PP Plastic Containers
- PS Plastic Containers
- PETG Plastic Containers
- PTFE Plastic Containers
- PMP Plastic Containers
- Vinyl Plastic Containers
- PFA Plastic Labware
- Acrylic Plastic Labware
- ABS Plastic Labware
- Rubber Plastic Labware
- Epoxy Plastic Labware
- Nylon Plastic Labware
- Polycarbonate Plastic Labware
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Saturday 04 February, 2012