Methylenebis (phenylisocyanate): Sources of emissions
Industry sources
It may be emitted to air, land or water from locations that produce polyurethane foam, adhesives, resins and plastic coatings, or where large volumes of polyurethane spray paint are used such as, vehicle manufacturing and repair workshops, vehicle body shops and specialised marine dockyards.
Diffuse sources, and industry sources included in diffuse emissions data
Trace amounts may enter the natural environment from the wide variety of uses and applications. Minute quantities may be derived from the widely distributed consumer products that use polyurethane foam, adhesives and coatings.
Natural sources
No natural sources.
Transport sources
No mobile sources.
Consumer products
Polyurethane foam, surface coatings, sprays paint, synthetic components of household furniture and a variety of electronic components and accessories where polyurethane products are present.
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