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A bio-based waterborne polyurethane with high toughness, superior wear resistance, and water resistance enabled by sorbitol monooleate

Waterborne polyurethanes (WPUs) have recently attracted enormous attentions in extensive industrial applications because of their sustainability and low toxicity.

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Bio-based antibacterial food packaging films and coatings containing cinnamaldehyde

A review systematically summarised the bio-based food packaging films/coatings containing CIN developed recently.

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Recent advances in bio-based wood protective systems

This review emphasises the recent ongoing shift in the wood coating industry towards bio-based resources and circular economy principles, promoting eco-friendly alternatives. In addressing wood’s vulnerabilities,...

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May issue: Bio-based coatings in focus

The May issue of the European Coatings Journal is out and focuses on bio-based coatings.

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Experts in demand: survey on bio-based coatings

Sustainability and bio-based coatings are on everyone’s lips in the industry. Consumers are asking for sustainable products, and regulations are becoming more and more stringent. However, the market...

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EC Conference Bio-based & Water-based Coatings is calling for papers

The European Coatings Conference Bio-based & Water-based Coatings is seeking paper submissions for its upcoming event dedicated to sustainable coatings solutions.

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Fully bio-based and solvent-free polyester polyol for two-component polyurethane coatings

Researchers found that the development of a completely bio-based and solvent-free polyester polyol is successful and can be used as a drop-in replacement for synthetic polyol.

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Development of a novel coating technique for tomatos, using citric acid-crosslinked starch and cellulose nanofiber

Researchers found that the application of an edible coating, particularly by means of the innovative partial coating method, is an efficient strategy for extending the shelf life of tomatoes.

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Review article: Bio-based waterborne polyurethane

A new paper reviews the recent progress in the synthesis of bio-based waterborne polyurethane, and focuses on its applications in coatings, adhesives and antimicrobials.

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Mitigating quality degradation of deep-fat fried foods

A recent work focuses on enhancing the oxidative stability, physicochemical and sensory quality of deep-fat fried chicken nuggets using thyme essential oil-loaded oleogel coatings.