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REACH microplastics restriction: first deadline takes effect today
As of 17 October 2025, the first key deadline of the EU’s microplastics restriction takes effect. From today, suppliers must provide detailed information for products containing synthetic polymer microparticles....
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LB Group to acquire Venator’s Greatham TiO₂ manufacturing site
LB Group has announced plans to acquire Venator’s titanium dioxide (TiO₂) plant in Greatham, UK. This strategic move aims to strengthen LB Group’s presence in Europe and enhance its global portfolio...
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Nouryon expands polymer specialties leadership with capacity increase, new MMAO production and innovation center in China
Nouryon is investing in China to expand its production and innovation capabilities for polymer specialties. The company is responding to the growing demand for high-performance polymers and strengthening...
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Eco-friendly cardanol-based polyurethane coating provides superior corrosion protection for steel
An Indian research team has developed a hydrophobic, waterborne polyurethane (WBPU) coating derived from the bio-based raw material cardanol. Combining high solid content with outstanding corrosion and...
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Call for Papers: PAINTINDIA invites contributions for 2026 Conference
The organisers of PAINTINDIA 2026 invite experts from industry and academia to submit abstracts for the upcoming international Exhibition & Conference, India’s leading event for the paints and coatings...
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Smart water-borne epoxy coating with MXene nanocomposites enables self-healing and advanced corrosion protection
A Chinese research team has developed a waterborne epoxy coating based on MXene nanocomposites with multistage self-healing functionality. The coating combines barrier and self-repair mechanisms to achieve...
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Stahl reopens coatings facility in India
Stahl has reopened its upgraded coatings facility in Ranipet, India, after a six-year hiatus. The site integrates production, R&D, and application testing, reinforcing the company’s focus on sustainability...
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Fully bio-based superhydrophobic coating enables efficient oil/water separation on cotton fabric
Researchers have developed a novel cotton fabric featuring a superhydrophobic, fully bio-based coating. Based on rosin acid and chitosan nanoparticles, the technology offers efficient oil/water separation...
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Polyurethanes: An essential component of the coatings market
The global polyurethane (PU) coatings market size was estimated at USD 20.53 billion (EUR 18.03 bn) in 2024, according to Grand View Research and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 5.5% from 2025 to 2030....
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Nano-thermal analysis reveals solvent retention in epoxy–amine coatings
Using nano-thermal analysis (NanoTA), researchers in the UK have identified local solvent residues in epoxy–amine coatings. The findings offer new insights into interfacial behaviour and the impact of...
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BASF to sell Coatings business to Carlyle in EUR 7.7 billion deal
BASF has agreed to sell its automotive OEM coatings, refinish coatings, and surface treatment businesses to Carlyle and the Qatar Investment Authority (QIA) for EUR 7.7 billion. The closing is expected...
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Bio-based phloretin enables robust, self-healing and UV-resistant waterborne polyurethanes
A novel bio-based crosslinker enhances waterborne polyurethane coatings, providing strong mechanical properties, efficient self-healing, UV protection and corrosion resistance, particularly beneficial...
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Chem Quest appoints three new directors to strengthen expertise in specialty chemicals
Global consulting firm Chem Quest has added three new directors – Bernardo Montes, Ph.D., Steven Roth, Ph.D., and Richard Karpowicz, Ph.D. – expanding its leadership team and expertise in strategy,...
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Luminescent UV-cured polyurethane acrylates boost silicon solar cell efficiency
A novel UV-cured coating converts ultraviolet light into visible light, increasing the power conversion efficiency of silicon-based solar cells.