2019, 36(6): 80-90.
Abstract:Polyurethane foam occupies a large proportion of all polyurethane synthetic materials. Because the surface and interior of the foam are pore like structures, and have the advantages of relatively small density, high specific strength, wear resistance and thermal insulation, they can be widely used in various fields such as daily life and industrial production. However, polyurethane foam is an organic polymer material, its oxygen index is relatively low (about 18%), so it is combustible in air, which limits its application. If the flame retardancy of polyurethane can be changed in some ways, the application range of polyurethane can be further expanded. In this paper, the research progress of flame retardancy of polyurethane foam is described from adding flame retardants, reactive flame retardants, nano flame retardants and biological based flame retardants. This paper first introduces these kinds of flame retardants and their mechanism of action. Secondly, the research progress of polyurethane foam flame retardant modification at home and abroad is comprehensively discussed. Finally, the development prospect of polyurethane foam in flame retardancy is prospected.