Low-VOC coatings

Process constraints, additive limitations, and sustainability pressures reshape formulation strategies.
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Limits and challenges of today’s technology in the coatings industry

As manufacturers push for lower VOCs, safer chemistries, and improved sustainability, coatings technology is approaching the practical limits of both formulation and processing. Jigarkumar Patel, senior...

Event Webinar
21 October 2025 | Online

EC Webinar on behalf of Syensqo: Syensqo’s Next-Gen Solutions – Boosting Adhesion & Corrosion Resistance in DTM Coatings

In this webinar on behalf of Syensqo, you will learn more about Sipomer® MAC and how it can help improve the performance of your water-based coatings.

Event Webinar
23 September 2025 | Online

EC Webinar on behalf of Evonik: Ultra-low emission epoxy hardeners with improved EHS profile

This webinar on behalf of Evonik presents innovative ultra-low emission epoxy hardeners designed to meet modern demands for safety, sustainability, and regulatory compliance. The new formulations minimize...

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VOC emissions from coatings: Seeking a uniform regulation

There is currently no uniform regulation in the EU concerning the health-related assessment of VOC emissions from coatings and other construction products. This is set to change in the future.

News Raw Materials

Water-borne vs solvent-borne: “The gap continues to close for most applications”

Solvent-borne systems continue to outperform water-borne systems when it comes to corrosion, hardness and chemical resistance. They are thus still the preferred...

News Markets & Companies

Water-borne coatings: “Still challenges in some high-gloss trim paints”

Calls to lower the solvent content of coatings are in line with customer demands and regulations. Anne-Sophie Hesry, senior chemist, R&D Performance Polymers at ...