[News & Trends]:The difference and application between pure MDI and liquefied MDI

For many people, pure mdi and liquefied mdi are two unfamiliar terms. However, in the field of chemical engineering, these two substances have their own unique application value. Before we formally discuss the differences between pure MDI and liquefied MDI, let's first understand their respective definitions. Pure MDI refers to dimethyl diisocyanate, an organic compound whose molecule contains two isocyanate groups. It has the characteristics of low solubility, high melting point, and low volatility. Liquefied MDI refers to the liquefied product of dimethyl diisocyanate, usually obtained by mixing pure MDI with an appropriate amount of solvent. Below, we will make a detailed comparison between pure MDI and liquefied MDI in terms of production process, properties, and applications


Firstly, from the perspective of production technology, pure MDI is an organic compound obtained by heating p-phenyldiisocyanate with methanol or ethanol, while liquefied MDI is obtained by mixing pure MDI with an appropriate amount of solvent, and the production process is relatively simple. Secondly, in terms of properties, pure MDI has the characteristics of low solubility, high melting point, and low volatility, while liquefied MDI has high solubility and volatility. Finally, in terms of application, pure mdi is mainly used to manufacture polyurethane and its products, such as polyurethane foam, polyurethane elastomer, polyurethane elastomer, etc; Liquefied MDI is mainly used as an additive for polyurethane elastomers, which can improve the strength and toughness of polyurethane elastomers. From the above comparison, it can be seen that there are significant differences between pure MDI and liquefied MDI in terms of production process, properties, and applications


In addition to the above differences, pure MDI and liquefied MDI also have different application scenarios in practical applications. Pure MDI is mainly used in polyurethane products that require high purity and stability due to its low volatility and high purity, such as polyurethane sealants, polyurethane elastomers, and other fields; Liquefied MDI, due to its high solubility, is more widely used in the manufacturing of polyurethane elastomers and other fields. At the same time, in some special industrial fields, there are also new application scenarios emerging, such as the increasing application of liquefied MDI in coatings, paints, and other fields, which shows that the application prospects of liquefied MDI in the market are considerable


In summary, although pure MDI and liquefied MDI belong to the category of dimethyl diisocyanate compounds, they have significant differences in production processes, properties, and applications. For chemical industry practitioners, a deep understanding and proficient mastery of the properties and application fields of pure MDI and liquefied MDI is of great significance for improving production efficiency and product quality. I believe that with the continuous progress of technology and the continuous development of industries, the application of pure MDI and liquefied MDI in more fields will be further expanded, injecting new vitality into the chemical industry.