Aliphatic diisocyanates (ADI) are chemical intermediates used to make polyurethane (PU) products relied upon by many businesses and consumers worldwide. They are part of the diisocyanates (DII) family of chemicals, which have been used since the late 1940s. This website focuses on the three primary aliphatic diisocyanates used in PU production:
- Hexamethylene diisocyanate (HDI)
- Methylene dicyclohexyl diisocyanate or hydrogenated MDI (HMDI)
- Isophorone diisocyanate (IPDI)
Aliphatic diisocyanates primary are used in paint and surface coatings such as
automotive and truck refinishing, as well as
industrial, maintenance and performance coatings. For example, durable coatings made with ADI can protect
military, commercial and passenger planes from UV damage. They are often used to make coatings needed to combat harsh conditions, such as in military,
marine or
infrastructure applications (i.e. bridges).
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