New Technology Resource Available: Amine Phosgenation to Isocyanate

Technology Type
Amine Phosgenation to Isocyanate
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Kokel, Nicolas
9/27/2025 7:42 PM


πŸš€ We just published a comprehensive new technology resource on ppPLUS covering Amine Phosgenation to Isocyanate processes - the dominant commercial route for producing essential polyurethane raw materials including TDI, MDI, HDI, and specialty isocyanates.

πŸ”Ž What's Covered:
βœ“ Historical development from IG Farben's 1936 breakthrough to today's advanced processes
βœ“ Detailed process descriptions for both liquid-phase and gas-phase technologies
βœ“ Practical operating conditions based on patent examples and commercial data
βœ“ Technology limitations and applicability ranges for different amine feedstocks
βœ“ Comprehensive industry overview covering major producers and technology providers
βœ“ Process economics and efficiency comparisons between different approaches

🏭 Industry Relevance:
This resource provides technical professionals with essential insights into the $50+ billion global isocyanate industry, covering technologies from market leaders including Wanhua Chemical, BASF, Covestro, Huntsman, Dow, and Mitsui Chemicals.

πŸ’‘ Key insights include:
β—Ύ Why liquid-phase processes dominate (universal applicability)
β—Ύ Where gas-phase technology offers advantages (energy savings for volatile amines)
β—Ύ Practical temperature/pressure ranges for commercial operations
β—Ύ Technology licensing landscape and market concentration

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