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Brazil increases production of polyurethane for footwear

23/07/2001

Three plants in Brazil are extending production of polyurethane substrates used for shoe production, which are currently 35% to 40% cheaper than leather. Citeco, held by Cipatex, produces 250,000 metres/month followed by Brasilplast with over 50,000 metres/month. Brasilplast expects to expand production to 125,000 metres by early 2002.

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