Ciba Specialty Chemicals

Ciba IRGASTAB PUR

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Stabilization packages for polyols used in

the manufacturing of flexible polyurethane foams

• Good scorch resistance

• Reduced foam discoloration after UV light, storage and NOx exposure
• Good textile staining resistance
• Reduced VOC emissions
• Low volatility
• Easy-to-handle liquid form

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Innovation solutions for stabilization
of flexible polyurethane foam
Polyurethane can be foamed and shaped into flexible, rigid and integral skin configurations.
Selecting the best stabilization system for each of these applications depends on the specific
production conditions and end-use application. Ciba Specialty Chemicals offers a variety of
additives and colorants for improving the processing and service life of polyurethane products.
Contact your Ciba technical representative for your specific requirements.

For stabilization of polyols used in the manufacture of flexible/slab stock foams, Ciba Specialty Chemicals
offers the following range of antioxidant stabilizer blends. Ciba® IRGASTAB® PUR products can be combined
with additional antioxidants and/or costabilizers (e.g., phosphites) and/or light stabilizers (e.g., HALS, UVAs) to further
enhance product properties.

Ciba® IRGASTAB® PUR 55

Amine containing stabilization package for polyols
• BHT-free blend
• Liquid form for dust-free efficient handling
• Scorch resistance
• Fogging resistance
• Textile/carpet stain resistance
• Enhanced gas fade resistance
• Reduction of foam discoloration from light exposure

Ciba® IRGASTAB® PUR 67

Low amine stabilization package for polyols
• BHT-free blend containing a low amount of aminic
antioxidant When producing flexible slabstock foams,
• Liquid form for dust-free efficient handling exotherm from the polyol/isocyanate reaction can
• Scorch resistance cause discoloration, called scorch, in the center of
• Fogging resistance the foam. Polyurethane is a good insulator, and
• Textile/carpet stain resistance the interior of the foam stays hot for many hours
• Good gas fade resistance increasing the risk of scorching. Ciba® IRGASTAB® PUR
• Good resistance to foam discoloration packages exhibit good resistance to scorch.
from light exposure

Ciba® IRGASTAB® PUR 68

Amine-free stabilization package for polyols For more information
• BHT-free and amine-free antioxidant blend • Call us in Europe at +41 61 636 6100
• Liquid form for dust-free efficient handling in NAFTA +1 800 431 2360
• Scorch resistance in Asia Pacific +65 6890 6158
• Reduction in VOCs • Visit our website at www.cibasc.com
• Excellent fogging resistance • Or speak to your local Ciba representative
• Textile/carpet stain resistance
• Excellent gas fade resistance
• Very good resistance to foam discoloration
from light exposure

IMPORTANT: The following supercedes Buyer’s documents. SELLER MAKES NO REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY,
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. No statements
herein are to be construed as inducements to infringe any relevant patent. Under no circumstances shall Seller be liable
for incidental, consequential or indirect damages for alleged negligence, breach of warranty, strict liability, tort or con-
tract arising in connection with the product(s). Buyer’s sole remedy and Seller’s sole liability for any claims shall be
Buyer’s purchase price. Data and results are based on controlled or lab work and must be confirmed by Buyer by testing
for its intended conditions of use. The product(s) has not been tested for, and is therefore not recommended for, uses
for which prolonged contact with mucous membranes, abraded skin, or blood is intended; or for uses for which
implantation within the human body is intended.

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