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The 28 pages that link to Polyurethane, each with the reason it gives.

• PolymerizationBroader topic: Its properties vary widely with the monomers and network structure formed.

• AlcoholRelated: Polyfunctional alcohols, especially polyols, provide key building blocks for polyurethane materials.

• CondomRelated: Thin polyurethane films provided a nonlatex material for some condom designs.

• PolyesterCompared with: Polyurethane has different backbone chemistry and can form foams, coatings, and elastomers.

• BASFRelated: BASF supplies polyurethane materials used in insulation, furniture, and transport.

• Step-growth polymerizationBroader topic: Polyurethane formation commonly proceeds by stepwise reaction of isocyanates with polyols.

• Epoxy resinCompared with: Polyurethane systems can be more flexible, while epoxy typically excels in adhesion and stiffness.

• PolyamideCompared with: Polyurethanes also contain nitrogen-bearing linkages but have different chemistry and property ranges.

• Chemical recyclingBroader topic: Its varied formulations can be broken down to recover polyols or other chemical products.

• SiliconeCompared with: Polyurethane is a common alternative when mechanical strength or abrasion resistance is prioritized.

• Adipic acidRelated: Adipic acid can contribute to polyester polyols used in some polyurethanes.

• Ethylene oxideRelated: Ethylene oxide-derived polyols can serve as ingredients in some polyurethane formulations.

• Conveyor beltRelated: Polyurethane belts suit applications needing abrasion resistance or food-compatible surfaces.

• Alkyd resinCompared with: Polyurethane coatings use distinct polymer chemistry and curing routes from alkyd coatings.

• PhosgeneBroader topic: Industrial phosgene-derived isocyanates are major starting materials for many polyurethanes.

• Polyurethane foamNarrower topic: The foam is a cellular form of this broader polymer family.

• CyclopentaneRelated: Cyclopentane is commonly used to foam polyurethane insulation.

• Dental damRelated: Some non-latex dental dams use polyurethane for people avoiding latex.

• Inline skatesRelated: Inline skate wheels commonly use polyurethane for grip and wear resistance.

• SpandexNarrower topic: Spandex is a specialized polyurethane whose segmented structure gives it unusually high stretch.

• DiolRelated: Polyol feedstocks, including diols, help set polyurethane chain structure.

• Dow Chemical CompanyBroader topic: Dow manufactures polyurethane materials for foams, coatings, adhesives, and other uses.

• Methyl formateRelated: Methyl formate can serve as a physical blowing agent during polyurethane foam manufacture.

• Polypropylene glycolRelated: Polypropylene glycol hydroxyl groups react with isocyanates to form flexible polyurethane segments.

• Potassium thiocyanateRelated: Potassium thiocyanate has been used as a catalyst in some polyurethane formulations.

• Artificial leatherRelated: Polyurethane is a common coating that can give artificial leather a soft, supple surface.

• EthylenediamineRelated: Ethylenediamine can serve as a chain extender in polyurethane materials.

• Female condomRelated: Polyurethane is an alternative material used in some female condoms and differs from nitrile in feel and heat transfer.