Niax™ catalyst KST-100NPF

Niax™ catalyst KST-100NPF by Momentive is a liquid, low odor, water soluble tertiary amine composition specifically designed for the production of flexible polyester polyurethane foams. It does not contain nonylphenol ethoxylate. Exhibits lower residual odor compared to highly odoriferous conventional ester foam catalysts, such as N-methylmorpholine, N-ethylmorpholine or dimethylbenzylamine. Although Niax catalyst KST-100NPF is more specific to the blowing reaction, it also promotes the gelling reaction. Therefore the concentration of typical crosslinking catalysts such as dimethylbenzylamine, dimethylhexadecylamine or dimethylpiperzine should be decreased, as compared with N-methylmorpholine or N-ethylmorpholine. The compatibility of Niax catalyst KST-100NPF with typical polyester silicone stabilizers is extremely good. Stable and clear pre-mixes, with a relatively low viscosity can be easily prepared. Niax™ catalyst KST-100NPF can be used as the main catalyst for the production of flexible polyester foam, used for lamination and die-cuttable applications.