Resource Centre
Polyurethane Sourcing Resources
Everything we publish for buyers of polyurethane raw materials in one place: the complete sourcing guide, grade-level technical guides, compliance and dangerous goods documentation help, market data, and a direct route to technical support.
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Curated resource entries
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Sourcing FAQ answers
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Technical support Q&A
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Destination playbooks
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Complete Sourcing Guide 2026
The full polyurethane raw material playbook: product lines and CAS numbers, grade selection, NCO calculations, documentation, dangerous goods shipping and import checklist.
Open resourceImport workflowHow to Import Polyurethane Chemicals from China
Step-by-step import walkthrough covering supplier qualification, Incoterms, payment terms, container loading, customs paperwork and inspection requirements.
Open resourceQuick answersSourcing FAQ Hub
20 answers on grades and equivalents, MOQ and sampling, COA/TDS/SDS and REACH documents, dangerous goods logistics, packaging, transit times and payment terms.
Open resourceTechnical guides
PMDI vs TDI: Isocyanate Comparison Guide
Vapour pressure, functionality, reactivity, shelf life and application fit of polymeric MDI (CAS 9016-87-9) versus TDI 80/20 (CAS 584-84-9).
Open resourceFlexible foamTDI vs MDI for Flexible Polyurethane Foam
Formulation-level comparison for slabstock and moulded foam, including polyol matching, catalyst selection, storage handling and foam property differences.
Open resourcePolyolsPolyether Polyol Selection Guide
Hydroxyl value, molecular weight and functionality selection logic for flexible foam and CASE systems, with worked calculation examples.
Open resourceRigid foamPU Rigid Foam Building Insulation Guide 2026
Foam types, R-value behaviour, fire rating classes, blowing agent options and system calculations for insulation panels and spray foam.
Open resourceComplianceREACH Compliance Guide for EU Imports
What EU importers need from a Chinese supplier: REACH registration status, SVHC declarations, SDS obligations and documentation to request before shipment.
Open resourceLogisticsTDI & MDI Dangerous Goods Shipping Guide
UN numbers and IMDG classes, UN-certified packaging, DG declarations, vessel booking constraints and ocean freight options for Class 6.1 cargo.
Open resourceSourcingTop Polyurethane Raw Material Suppliers in China 2026
How to evaluate Chinese PU suppliers: production channel versus trading model, quality documentation, audit readiness and risk checks before ordering.
Open resourcePlasticizersNon-Phthalate Plasticizers for PVC
DINCH (CAS 166412-78-8) technical data, packaging options and applications where phthalate restrictions apply, plus DOTP and other eco-friendly alternatives.
Open resourceMarket & comparison data
Polyurethane Market Data
Market size and forecast tables compiled from published third-party research, with the source cited next to each figure, plus regional demand snapshots.
Open resourceGrade matchingGrade Alternatives Comparison
Reference-grade matching between imported PU raw materials and Chinese equivalents, compared on NCO content, hydroxyl value, viscosity and functionality.
Open resourceProductsFull Product Catalogue
MDI grades, TDI 80/20, polyether polyols MW 2000-6000, PU systems, plasticizers and oleochemicals with technical parameters and packaging options.
Open resourceDestination & logistics playbooks
TDI 80/20 to Karachi Port
Drum and ISO tank pricing factors, DG documentation and clearance notes for Pakistan-bound TDI 80/20 shipments.
Open resourceTurkeyPM200 Bulk Supply to Istanbul
Polymeric MDI bulk shipping and Turkey customs requirements, including DG vessel scheduling and documentation checklists.
Open resourceVietnamPolyol MW 3000 to Hai Phong
Slabstock foam polyol supply and flexibag export specifications for Vietnam, with packing and lead time considerations.
Open resourceDocuments on request
Files are issued per grade and per production batch rather than published as public downloads, so that the parameters you receive match the material you will actually be supplied. Send the grade and your market requirements and we will return the relevant documents, usually within 24 hours on working days.
- Technical Data Sheet (TDS) for the specific grade, including hydroxyl value, viscosity @25°C, density and functionality
- Safety Data Sheet (SDS) in the required language version and GHS format
- Certificate of Analysis (COA) sample showing the parameters tested for the production batch
- REACH documentation: SDS alignment, registration status confirmation and SVHC declaration letter where applicable
- Packing and shipping documents: dangerous goods declaration, UN packaging certificates and COA attached to the shipment
Support entry points
Technical Support Centre
Grade selection, formulation consultation and document requests, with 12 detailed technical Q&A covering storage, DG shipping and compliance.
Sourcing FAQ Hub
MOQ and sampling, quotation basis, Incoterms, packaging, transit times and payment terms in 20 short answers.
Quotation & Ordering
Send product, grade, quantity and destination port for a FOB and CIF quotation with packing and lead time details.
Applications & Case Studies
How the product range is applied in insulation, automotive, footwear, adhesives and cold chain projects.
Using these resources
Where can I download TDS, SDS or COA files?
Documents are not published as public downloads because parameters are issued per grade and per production batch. TDS, SDS, COA samples and REACH or SVHC declarations are provided on request through the Technical Support Centre or the contact form, usually within 24 hours on working days.
Which resource should I read first?
For a new sourcing project the Complete Sourcing Guide 2026 gives the full workflow; then read the grade-specific guides for isocyanates, polyols or rigid foam, and use the Sourcing FAQ Hub for MOQ, documentation and payment questions.
Where do the market data figures come from?
The Market Data page compiles figures from published third-party research such as Fortune Business Insights and Grand View Research, and the source is cited next to each row so figures can be traced back to the original report.
Can you help match an imported grade to a Chinese equivalent?
Yes. Send the reference grade and its key parameters and we will propose a Chinese equivalent, confirming equivalence on NCO content, hydroxyl value, viscosity and functionality before samples are dispatched.
Do you publish price lists?
No public price list is maintained, because quotes depend on grade, quantity, packaging, Incoterms and destination port, as well as the current raw material market. Send the specification and port and we will return an indicative quotation.
How do I get formulation support?
Formulation assistance is handled through the Technical Support Centre, covering polyol blend design, catalyst and surfactant selection, isocyanate index calculation and processing parameters. Consultation is provided without charge for evaluation projects.
Cannot find the resource you need?
Tell us the grade, application and destination market. Our technical team will point you to the relevant guide, or prepare a specification and document set for your project.