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Footwear and CASE Polyurethane Additives

High Technology, Versatile Polyurethane Additives For Footwear and CASE

In the CASE industry (Coatings, Adhesives, Sealants/binders, and Elastomers), Momentive stands out by offering the comprehensive and versatile range of Niax™ additives. These high-performance additives, which include silicone surfactants, catalysts and special additives, are designed to optimize various polyurethane applications. Momentive's solutions are ideal for enhancing low-density shoe soles, mechanically frothed foams used in tapes and carpets, integral skin foams, pultrusion, and structural reaction injection molding (SRIM). Additionally, they are perfectly suited for cast elastomers, PU leather, and polyurethane dispersions (PUD).

Silicone Surfactants

Momentive's silicone surfactants are expertly engineered to meet the diverse needs of the polyurethane industry, offering a comprehensive range of silicones that enable superior polymer features across various final applications. Our silicone surfactants are designed to optimize the performance of polyurethane formulations used in the field of footwear or CASE. In the wide application field of footwear and CASE, Momentive’s silicone surfactants offer support for any features needed in the customer’s production process, creating the perfect balance between productivity and product properties. As the polyurethane industry is continuously evolving to meet stricter regulations and industry standards, Momentive’s scientists are keeping their focus on developing increasingly innovative solutions. These advancements can help improve mechanical properties, lower densities, and support the production of footwear and CASE applications. Sustainability is central to every development, ensuring we meet the demands of today’s industries.

Close-up of athletic shoe outsole illustrating silicone surfactants for optimized polyurethane foam in footwear and CASE applications.

Catalysts

Momentive’s catalysts are designed to offer selective control over reaction kinetics, facilitating significant improvements in both process efficiency and productivity. Our extensive selection of Niax™ catalysts meets a broad spectrum of needs, from rapid reaction to extended pot-life and thermally activated processes.​

Niax catalysts, including our range of metal-based catalysts, are engineered to provide varying degrees of delayed action and hydrolytic stability, ensuring that they cater to the specific requirements of manufacturers. These catalysts enhance the performance of polyurethane (PUR) systems by improving foam yield, handling, shelf-life, and more.

Close-up of carpet swatches illustrating Niax catalysts for enhanced polyurethane foam performance and durability.

Special Additives

Momentive offers special additives designed to enhance the performance of polyurethane footwear and CASE foams. These additives are crafted to contribute significantly to the final product quality by improving the emission profile and adhesion, reducing discoloration, and other critical factors essential for high-performance and superior results in your products.

Pipette dispensing liquid into test tube representing special additives for high-performance polyurethane footwear and CASE manufacturing.