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Bio-based reactive diluents: Focus on supply security and regulatory requirements
Epoxidised fatty acid esters derived from European vegetable oils offer paint manufacturers advantages in terms of supply security, carbon footprint, and toxicological classification. Marcel Butschle,...
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Bio-based coatings: “The greatest potential is in polymers for interior wall paints”
Bio-based raw materials: sustainability and performance in transition. In this interview, Eugénie Charrière, strategic marketing & business excellence director at Ecoat, explains why bio‑based...
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Scaling bio-based coatings through performance and partnerships
As demand for sustainable coatings accelerates, bio-based materials are gaining traction across multiple high-growth segments. Wenjun Wu, research fellow at Arkema Coating Solutions, shares the company’s...
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Lignin-based epoxy resins approach viability for metal coatings
Researchers have developed fully lignin-based epoxy resin systems for metal coating applications that deliver reliable adhesion, impact resistance and durability – positioning depolymerised lignin as...
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Interview on sustainability: “An unclear regulatory framework is one of the biggest challenges”
Dr. Felix Lauterbach, Global Sustainability Manager Dispersions & Resins at BASF discusses key sustainability challenges and opportunities facing the coatings industry, including regulatory ambiguity,...
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Raw material markets under pressure
The situation on the raw material markets remains tense for the coatings and printing inks industry. Rising prices, volatile markets and persistent disruptions along the supply chains have shaped the picture...
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Pigments: holistic assessment of environmental impact
The focus is shifting from purely technical properties to sustainability, which is now a key driver of innovation. Our editor, Bettina Hoffmann, spoke to Lars Lücke and Heino Heckmann from Harold Scholz...
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Cyclic xanthates enable degradable vinyl copolymers with cleavable backbone structures
A novel cyclic xanthate monomer, 4_H_-1,3-benzoxathiin-2-thione (BOT), demonstrates promising degradability in vinyl copolymers. The study showcases its compatibility with N,N-dimethylacrylamide and highlights...
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ECHA consults on four substances for REACH authorisation
The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has launched a public consultation on four substances, including UV stabilisers and flame retardants, for inclusion in the REACH authorisation list. Stakeholders have...
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Mineral-oil-free inks achieve top INGEDE deinkability certification
Toyochem Specialty Chemical’s "TK MARK V" MOF (Mineral Oil Free) ink series secures the highest “Good” rating from the International Association of the Deinking Industry (INGEDE), highlighting its...
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Lignin-based non-isocyanate polyurethanes: paving the way for sustainable polymer innovation
A new review highlights advancements in the synthesis of lignin-based non-isocyanate polyurethanes, offering solutions to the environmental and health challenges posed by conventional polyurethane production....
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Energy-efficient, cost-effective titanium dioxide production – a case study
Increasing energy costs, stricter environmental regulations, and changing global market conditions are placing growing pressure on titanium dioxide producers. The “AITiO₂ST” project investigates...
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Solvent-free synthesis of biodegradable isosorbide-based polycarbonates
Researchers present a novel melt polycondensation approach for bio-based isosorbide polycarbonates, offering partial biodegradability, biocompatibility, and strong mechanical properties, with applications...
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Enhanced mechanical properties with higher mechanical bond content in polymer networks
A recent study demonstrates that increasing mechanical bond content in polymer backbones significantly enhances elongation, toughness, and energy dissipation. Could this innovation redefine material performance?...