Lanxess Fire Retards Delay Combustion Processes In Car & Bus Cabins

When cars catch fire, Lanxess fire retardants such as Disflamoll or Levagard give people the time they need to get out safely.

The engine splutters, and thick, black smoke billows up from the hood: Every 13 minutes, someone in Germany has to pull over to the side of the road in this situation. For many, it is a moment of worry.

A minor technical error, such as a short circuit in the wiring harness or leaking oil that catches fire when it comes into contact with hot car parts, is enough to start a fire. However, depending on the intensity, it can still take several minutes for the entire car to go up in flames if the fire continues to spread. This usually gives drivers and passengers enough time to get themselves to safety – all thanks to chemical flame retardants in the materials. These flame retardants inhibit or delay combustion processes. They are found in plastics such as polyurethanes, which carmakers use to upholster seats, roof linings, rear shelves or side trim panels. With its products Disflamoll and Levagard, Lanxess is a reliable partner for these needs.

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