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In 2015, the global automotive adhesive and sealant market was valued at $5 million.

Huntsman has developed polyurethane-based foam technology, which can be used to manufacture cool, breathable, flexible foams for bedding, furniture and seating applications.

French tooling specialist, Loiretech is using Araldite 8615 resin in the manufacture of prototype lower front panels for Airbus' new A350 passenger airline, which is expected to go into service with launch customer, Qatar Airways in approximately two years time.

Huntsman Advanced Materials' RenCast 6425A / RenCast 5425B is formulated for the production of castings and for those applications requiring high levels of toughness and durability. Using new technology, the new material has been formulated without DE-DDM. This system can be used in a range of casting applications including foundry patterns and core boxes, applications needing high performance like conveyor rollers, machinery parts and assembly jigs.

Huntsman has revealed its involvement in a project that showcases the possibilities of building a concept electric car – the ‘U-Box’ designed by D” in France - using environmentally sustainable components. The car will have its first showing in France at JEC Paris in March.The U-Box incorporates differentiated materials, including renewable flax and basalt fibres for reinforcing composite parts in combination with new toughened resins, as well as halogen free, fire resistant resin.