Three palm-based polyols (POP) were produced from blending different oils. By varying the blending ratio and using oils with different degrees of unsaturation, a wide range of polyols (with different hydroxyl numbers and viscosity) can be produced. The wider the range of hydroxyl numbers, the more the types of polyols that can be produced for polyurethane (PU) foam products. PU foams can be rigid, semi-rigid or flexible for construction, furniture and automotives.

Main Research: Tuan Noor Maznee Tuan Ismail