 Their products include coatings and adhesives, polyurethanes that are used in thermal insulation, electrical housings, and as a component of footwear and mattresses, and polycarbonates such as Covestro's Makrolon, which are highly impact-resistant plastics.Covestro polyurethane was used in the 2014 official FIFA World Cup football.Around 2019, Covestro enjoyed rapid earnings growth following supply shortages of chemicals used in foams.