Product Information

VORANOL 360
Polyether Polyol
VORANOL* 360 polyol is a 4.5 functional, low viscosity, sucrose/glycerine initiated polyether polyol designed for the production of both high and low density rigid polyurethane foams. It can be used alone, or in combination with other polyols or fire retardant agents, to achieve desired properties. This polyol is an excellent choice when using either HCFC-141b or water as a blowing agent. VORANOL 360 polyol is very compatible with polymeric isocyanates, which aids in processing high density foams where long cream time (45-60 seconds) is desired. The foaming reaction of systems based on VORANOL 360 polyol is affected less by high humidity conditions than many other polyols. This yields uniform foam properties and improved adhesion to substrates. VORANOL 360 polyol is ideal for high density foams such as furniture and decoration; and low density foams such as insulated panels, rail boxcars, portable coolers, pour-in-place insulation. And, it is well suited in polyol blends.

Foam Formulation Using VORANOL 360 Polyol

VORANOL 360 Polyol B-8404 Surfactant1 L-6900 Surfactant2 Polycat 8 Catalyst3 Polycat 5 Catalyst3 CURITHANE* 52 Catalyst Water HCFC-141b PAPI* 27 Polymeric MDI Cream Gel Tackfree
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Parts by weight 100 2 1.9 2.5 4.75 191.9 Reactivity, sec. 12 56 110

Parts by weight 100 2 6 1 1 1.5 23 120.6 Reactivity, sec. 8 43 70 2.07 (33.2) 21.2 (146) 34.1 (235) 6.33 0.140 (20.2)

Foam Properties Foam Properties 2.31 (37.0) Density, pcf (kg/m ) Compressive Strength, Parallel, psi (kPa) 29.9 (206) Compressive Strength, Perpendicular, psi (kPa) 42.9 (296) Dimensional Stability (% vol. change) [158F (70C), 95+ RH, 28 day] -6.95 K-Factor (Lambda) 0.157 (22.6)

Viscosity vs. Temperature

5000 4750 4500 4250 4000 3500 3000 Viscosity, cks 2500 2000 1000 500 200

Typical Properties
Hydroxyl Number ..........................360 Functionality...................................4.5 Initiator ....................sucrose/glycerine Viscosity, cks 77F (25C) ..........3600 Water, max. % ...............................0.1 Density, lbs/gal 77F ....................9.05 gm/cc 25C ..................1.084 Flash Point (PMCC)325F 163C Specific Gravity..........................1.085

Viscosity, cks, F 77F 3600 100F 1312 210F 37

CAS # 009049-71-2 025791-96-2

50 45 30

Bench mixing at 72F (22C) 1 Goldschmidt Chemical Corporation 2 Witco Corporation - OSi Specialties 3 Air Products and Chemicals *Trademark of The Dow Chemical Company

20 50 77 100 150 Temperature, F 210

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Safety Considerations
Most VORANOL polyols generally present no significant hazard in use when simple precautions are followed. However, some VORANOL polyols are hazardous and before working with these systems it is necessary to understand the hazards involved in handling all of the components and to establish and follow safe work procedures. Material Safety Data Sheets, product literature and safe handling and storage information are available for the polyurethane components supplied by Dow. Recommendations for handling, storage and disposal of any ingredient not furnished by Dow should be acquired from the supplier.

soap and plenty of water. If polyol contacts eyes, flush with plenty of low pressure flowing water. If irritation occurs from contact with polyols, get medical attention. Ingestion Polyols are low to very low in acute oral toxicity. If a polyol is swallowed, give large amounts of water to dilute. Obtain medical attention. Inhalation VORANOL polyols typically do not present a significant problem from inhalation. If any ill effects should occur, get the affected person to fresh air and obtain medical attention. Fire and Explosion VORANOL polyols also will burn under certain conditions and can explode if heated to decomposition in a confined area. VORANOL polyols are Class IIIB Combustible Liquids under OSHA. Polyol fires can be extinguished with water fog, carbon dioxide or dry chemicals. Polyol fires not involving isocyanate may be extinguished with alcohol foam. Personnel fighting isocyanate fires or polyol fires involving isocyanate

should wear pressure demand, selfcontained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing as protection against nitrogen dioxide fumes and isocyanate vapors. Spills and Disposal Waste polyol should be burned in an adequate incinerator. Landfill disposal of polyols is not recommended because of the chemicals water solubility. Waste disposal of either isocyanate or polyol should always be in accordance with federal, state and local environmental laws and regulations.

Customer Notice
Dow encourages its customers to review their applications of Dow products from the standpoint of human health and environmental quality. To help ensure that Dow products are not used in ways for which they were not intended or tested, Dow personnel are willing to assist in dealing with ecological and product safety considerations. Your Dow representative can arrange the proper contacts.

Toxicity And First Aid

Skin and Eyes When working with VORANOL polyols, avoid contact of polyol with eyes or skin. Safety glasses are suggested for use with most polyols, however, some VORANOL polyols require that chemical workers goggles be worn. Skin contaminated with polyols should be washed with

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