Pigments

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Preparation and characterization of encapsulated C.I. pigment yellow 12

In a new study scientists preparated and characterized encapsulated C.I. pigment yellow 12 via ball-milling and mini-emulsion polymerization.

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The influence of starch-based bio-latex on paper coating

The microstructure of coating layers has important effects on final properties of paper. Eco-friendly bio-latex derived from sustainable starch has being increasingly...

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Waterborne polyurethane acrylate coatings with low gloss effect

Researchers have employed a simple method to produce low gloss waterborne polyurethane acrylate coatings that work without dulling agents.

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Effect of nano-pigments on the corrosion resistance of epoxy coatings

In a work, researchers have combined the desirable colour characteristics of cationic dyes and the good barrier properties of organoclays by synthesising hybrid...

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British Coatings Federation wins Industry Leadership Award 2017

The British Coatings Federation (BCF) has picked up a third major award this year, winning the Industry Leadership award at the fourth British Standards Institution’s...

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New leader of the Inorganic Pigments business unit at Lanxess

Holger Hüppeler will take over the management of the Inorganic Pigments (IPG) business unit at the specialty chemicals company Lanxess from December 1, 2017. ...

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Merck confirms outlook for 2017 despite a challenging third quarter

Merck has reported third-quarter group sales at the year-earlier level. EBITDA pre exceptionals decreased by -8.3%. Despite currency headwinds, the company ...

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Low-cost bismuth yellow hybrid pigments derived from attapulgite

A study provides a feasible route to prepare low-cost and high-grade bismuth yellow pigments with excellent colour properties and thermal stability.

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New General Manager at Sudarshan Europe B.V.

Since July 1, 2017 Milan W. Krumbe is responsible as General Manager for the industrial pigment business for Sudarshan Europe B.V. in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. ...

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Titanium Dioxide: Ruling opacity out of existence?

After the French authorities have proposed to classify TiO2 as classify it as Carcinogenic Category 1B, there has been much discussion of alternatives. Akzo...

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Heubach India receives ICC award for Responsible Care for the year 2016

The Indian Chemical Council (ICC) has presented the ICC Aditya Birla Award for Best Responsible Care Committed Company to Heubach Color Pvt. Ltd., an affiliate of the...

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New approaches in corrosion protection

Zinc primers protect steel constructions against corrosion. In dirty environments, their application is time consuming and not eco-friendly. A project tests ...

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Biesterfeld and Cortec agree on distribution of anti-corrosion additives

With immediate effect, Biesterfeld Spezialchemie is taking on responsibility for the Europe-wide distribution of anti-corrosion additives for paints and varnishes...

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Krahn Chemie takes over distribution for FP-Pigments in Germany

Krahn Chemie GmbH and the Finnish company FP-Pigments Oy started to cooperate in the sales and marketing of opacity pigments for paint, coating and printing ink ...