As industries shift toward sustainability, the demand for environmentally responsible adhesives and sealants is increasing — driven by regulatory pressures, end-user expectations, and corporate initiatives. As demand grows, manufacturers are seeking materials that reduce carbon footprints without compromising performance. Biobased polymers, which can form the backbone of modern adhesive and sealant formulations, are poised as […]
Born2Bond™ Ultra K85 from Bostik is an instant engineering adhesive processed from 60% bio-based raw materials. The adhesive withstands up to 1,000 hours of a typical double 85 test, where adhesives are exposed to 85 °C heat and 85% relative humidity, delivering premium performance, while not compromising on safety, health, or the environment. The adhesive […]
Sustainability has become much more than a buzzword in the packaging industry. It’s now a necessity for brand owners and suppliers in the packaging industry. According to Shorr’s 2025 Sustainable Packaging Consumer Report,1 the change in the consumer attitude toward sustainability is significant. Over half (54%) of respondents reported deliberately choosing products with sustainable packaging […]
Silvis Materials, a pioneer in sustainable material innovation, has entered into a collaborative research agreement with Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) to develop and commercialize formaldehyde-free, bio-based adhesives for the building materials industry. This groundbreaking partnership aims to tackle the urgent need for healthier, more sustainable building solutions. Silvis Materials reports that the $73 billion […]
Nouryon recently launched a new product concept, Expancel® BIO microspheres, at the 2024 Foam Expo Europe in Stuttgart, Germany. The product concept for expandable microspheres marks a significant advancement in Nouryon’s innovation portfolio, providing a partially biobased and high-performance lightweight filler and blowing agent that addresses the evolving needs of the market. Designed to be […]
Folding cartons are considered sustainable packaging solutions for numerous everyday products – whether breakfast cereals, electronic goods, medicines, or perfume. Made of paper and cardboard, folding boxes save resources when produced and are biodegradable and easy to recycle. However, there remain challenges in producing environmentally friendly adhesives. Researchers at the Fraunhofer Institute for Applied Polymer […]
Achieving green manufacturing is a key step to achieve the global goal of carbon neutrality. According to the plan of the U.S. biomass technology roadmap, 25% of petroleum-based organic compounds will be replaced by biobased compounds by 2030. According to the EU’s industrial biotechnology vision plan, biological-based raw materials will replace 6% to 12% of […]
ResiCare recently announced the availability of the first samples of the non-toxic, biobased molecule 5-HMF for industrial use. ResiCare and IFPEN announced last November the development of a biobased production process for the platform molecule 5-HMF. Non-toxic* and produced from plant-based fructose, this molecule offers industries a substitute for fossil-based products. The samples of the […]
The adhesives and related industries have seen a noticeable shift towards natural materials. While most formulations have conventionally been made from non-recyclable, fossil-based polymer systems, plant-based solutions have recently become a market success. These include, besides plant-based binder chemistries, functional fillers, reinforcing fibers, and texture particles. BioPowder, a young company founded in 2017, came to […]
AGC Vinythai’s research project with Professor Mojgan Nejad at Michigan State University (MSU) is moving into its next phase, bringing the possibility of 100% bio-based coatings a little closer. For this second phase, the partners are joined by allnex, a global leader in industrial coatings, resins and additives. The project is expected to run until […]
