Covestro Launches CQ-Configurator for Sustainable Polyurethane Foam Design
Published: 23 Mar 2026
Author: Precedence Research
Covestro Launches Innovative CQ-Configurator for Real-Time Sustainable Polyurethane Foam Design
In January 2026, Covestro launched the CQ-Configurator, a digital tool that helps value chain partners in the polyurethane industry design more sustainable foam solutions. It supports both flexible and rigid foams, including products like mattresses and insulation panels.
Created for Broad Industry Use
This versatile tool empowers diverse product development roles, including R&D, procurement, marketing, and sustainability experts, by providing instant, actionable insights. Its intuitive, accessible interface ensures both technical and non-technical users can effectively analyse and optimize material sustainability. With this launch, Covestro becomes the first European PU materials supplier to provide a detailed digital sustainability analysis tool with emphasis on different polyurethane foam applications. The company continues to extend its digital portfolio to help consumers in fulfilling their sustainability targets.
According to Towards Chem&Materials, the polyurethane dispersion market size accounted for USD 3.85 billion in 2025 and is predicted to increase from USD 4.15 billion in 2026 to approximately USD 8.12 billion by 2035, expanding at a CAGR of 7.75% from 2026 to 2035 as demand for sustainable and eco-friendly materials is increasing across various sectors.
About Covestro
As a global leader in high-performance polymers and components, Covestro drives innovation through advanced materials and processes, enhancing both sustainability and quality of life across diverse industries.
High-Performance Characteristics Accelerate the Polyurethane Dispersion Market
- PUDs are favored for their better properties, such as chemical resistance, excellent flexibility, high gloss, and strong durability, which make them crucial for high-performance coatings.
- Stringent global regulations on VOC emissions are impelling market players to transition from solvent-based systems to sustainable water-based PUDs.
- Surge in consumer awareness and demand for green products pushes market players to adopt waterborne and low-VOC polyurethane systems.
- Ongoing research and development (R&D) production process, like self-crosslinking technologies, enhances product durability and application efficiency.
- There is a rising trend toward developing bio-based and recyclable PUDs to align with circular economy goals.