DESMODUR® 44V20L
DARK BROWN LIQUID MIXTURE OF 4,4'-DIPHENYLMETHANE DIISOCYANATE (MDI) WITH ISOMERS AND HOMOLOGUES OF HIGH FUNCTIONALITY
DESMODUR ® 44V20L is a dark brown, liquid blend of 4,4'-diphenylmethane diisocyanate (MDI) with high functionality isomers and homologues. It is used together with polyols for the manufacture of polyurethane foams.
The recommended storage temperature is +10 to +30°C (in exceptional cases up to 50°C).
(in exceptional cases up to 50°C). Keep container tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated place.
ventilated place.
Under these conditions, the shelf life of the product is 6 months after the date of delivery, if stored in sealed and well ventilated containers.
if stored in sealed, moisture-tight containers.
At temperatures below 0°C, DESMODUR® 44V20L may partially crystallise.
By carefully heating the entire contents of the canister to max. 70°C for as short a time as possible.
the entire contents of the drum to max. 70°C, the product liquefies again and an increase in the solids content of the product is possible.
of the solids content of the product. Care must be taken to ensure that the containers,
containers, including empty drums, are always hermetically sealed. Above all, they must be
They should be kept free of moisture, as the reaction with DESMODUR ® 44V20L forms polyureas and releases
polyureas and carbon dioxide is released. Consequently, during storage,
DESMODUR ® 44V20L must therefore be kept free of moisture during storage, transfer and handling of DESMODUR ® 44V20L.
any of its forms (wet containers, water-containing solvents, humid air) must be excluded during storage, transfer and handling.
otherwise the carbon dioxide produced may lead to a dangerous increase of the internal pressure.
otherwise the carbon dioxide produced may lead to a dangerous increase in pressure inside the containers. In addition, the polyureas
formed in DESMODUR ® 44V20L may cause a possible sedimentation of solids which may lead to a
sedimentation of solids, which can lead to clogging and damage to the filters, pumps and pipes of the
filters, pumps and pipes of the foaming plant.
Access to moisture should be avoided when sampling the product.
When working with liquid polyols, isocyanates and/or additives, wear safety equipment appropriate to the potential health risks.
equipment appropriate to the potential health hazards. In addition, avoid direct skin contact with freshly manufactured polyurethane products, e.g. when handling or processing them directly after demoulding.
directly after demoulding. For more detailed information, please refer to the safety data sheets of the processed components.
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