Speech by the Secretary-General of the ISOPA：Sustainable Product Stewardship: Ensuring the Safe Use of Diisocyanates

As the world transitions towards green growth, there comes a critical point of transformation in polyurethane industry. From June 25 to 27, 2025, the seventh Polyurethane Technology International Forum (PTIF), an international event bringing together global industrial elites and focusing on the topic of sustainability, will be held in Shanghai. Cosponsored by Shanghai Polyurethane Industry Association, the University of Shanghai for Science and Technology and PUdaily, and organized by Shanghai Yihuatong Information Technology, the forum provides a platform for international exchanges that promote the green transformation and sustainability of the PU industry.

The seventh Polyurethane Technology International Forum (PTIF)

The Secretary-General of ISOPA    Jörg Palmersheim

Sustainable Product Stewardship: Ensuring the Safe Use of Diisocyanates

Abstract of the speech：

In this presentation, I will illustrate the efforts by ISOPA and their member companies to promote product stewardship for a sustainable future. ISOPA has launched a comprehensive self-learning program on the safe use of diisocyanates, and we are excited to announce that this program has been launched globally. Additionally, we are working diligently to release a version in Mandarin to further extend our reach. The safe use of diisocyanates is crucial for the sustainable future of our industry. This presentation will also highlight the work of our members and the industry in striving towards full circularity.

About ISOPA

ISOPA is the European trade association for producers of diisocyanates and polyols – the main building blocks of polyurethanes.

The association was founded in 1987 and is based in Brussels, Belgium. ISOPA is an affiliated organisation of the European Chemical Industry Council, CEFIC. ISOPA’s members include BASF, BorsodChem, Covestro, Dow, Huntsman and Shell Chemicals.

ISOPA’s mission consists of three pillars: Product Stewardship, Advocacy and Communication.

Registration: attending the event to draw a blueprint together 

Currently, registration for the forum has begun. Those who are interested in the event can register by sending an email to PTIF@pudaily.com or calling + 86-21-61250980.