ICL Unveils VeriQuel R100, Breakthrough in Flame Retardant Technology.

ICL, a global specialty minerals company, has launched VeriQuel R100, a reactive phosphorus flame retardant for rigid polyurethane insulation products. The product offers a more sustainable alternative to traditional additive flame retardants, with over $2 million invested in research and development. VeriQuel R100 creates built-in flame retardancy, ensuring long-lasting performance and stability.

ICL, a global specialty minerals company, has recently introduced VeriQuel R100, a groundbreaking reactive phosphorus flame retardant designed for use in rigid polyurethane insulation products [1]. This innovative solution offers a more sustainable alternative to traditional additive flame retardants, with over $2 million invested in research and development.

VeriQuel R100 is an all-phosphorus, low-viscosity, reactive flame retardant that binds directly into the polymer matrix of polyurethane (PUR) and polyisocyanurate (PIR) systems [2]. Its unique properties enable it to eliminate potential exposure of flame retardants to humans and the environment while ensuring long-lasting performance and stability.

One of the key advantages of VeriQuel R100 is its compatibility with various organic solvents and its ability to serve as a processing aid in high-viscosity PUR and PIR formulation systems [2]. This versatility makes it an excellent replacement for trichloropropylphosphate (TCPP), a commonly used flame retardant in insulation applications.

ICL's commitment to sustainability is evident in the development of VeriQuel R100. By providing an alternative to TCPP that allows PU/PIR to be the preferred choice for insulation materials, the company is helping to reduce the environmental impact of the building and construction industry. Additionally, as a non-emissive compound, VeriQuel R100 does not contribute to emissions during the manufacturing process.

In conclusion, ICL's new reactive phosphorus flame retardant, VeriQuel R100, is a game-changer in the polyurethane insulation market. Its sustainable, high-performing properties make it an ideal solution for meeting fire safety standards while minimizing environmental impact. For more information about VeriQuel R100 and its applications, visit ICL-IP's website at ICL-IP.com.

[1] ICL-IP. (n.d.). VeriQuel™ R100. Retrieved from https://www.veriquelr100.com/
[2] ICL-Industrial Products. (n.d.). VeriQuel™ R100 for Polyurethanes. Retrieved from https://icl-industrialproducts.com/products/veriquel-r100-polyurethanes-reactive-fr/