Chemistry and Chemical Engineering Student Publications
Document Type
Poster
Publication Title
Northrop Grumman Engineering & Science Student Design Showcase
Abstract
Adhesives from isocyanate polyurethanes have strong bonding properties yet pose serious health risks in both production and daily life. Kraft Lignin, a common organic waste, contains the functional groups that can make a renewable alternative and replace isocyanate’s role in adhesives. Our production plant will be placed in Rome, Georgia attached to an existing paper mill with competitive pricing of 26.47$/kg. Our three-step process proposes a sustainable approach to producing polyurethane adhesives without incorporating isocyanates.
Advisor
R. Chauncey Splichal
Publication Date
4-24-2026
Recommended Citation
Madairy, Savannah; Weil, Ayden; Huynh, Eric; and Bischof, Elliott, "Non-Isocyanate Polyurethanes from Kraft Lignin" (2026). Chemistry and Chemical Engineering Student Publications. 34.
https://repository.fit.edu/cce_student/34