Ingevity Corp. recently announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to sell its North Charleston CTO refinery assets and the majority of its Performance Chemicals Industrial Specialties product line to Mainstream Pine Products, LLC (Mainstream). The transaction is subject to customary and agreed-upon closing conditions and is expected to close by early 2026. “This […]
The packaging industry is facing a dual challenge, with consumers demanding sustainable solutions, while increasingly stringent regulations require greater resource efficiency in production. How can companies fulfill these expectations and, at the same time, ensure transparency along the entire supply chain? The digital product passport (DPP) could be the answer. How does it work in […]
Specialty chemicals distributor Palmer Holland introduced a new product knowledge platform powered by Knowde’s AI technology. This launch marks a significant advancement in Palmer Holland’s ongoing mission to create connections that bring value to its customers, principals, and employees. The new product knowledge platform features a centralized hub that globally harmonizes product information, providing evergreen […]
W. R. MEADOWS recently announced the release of third-party verified environmental product declarations (EPDs) for 16 of the company’s most widely used solutions. The declarations mark a significant milestone in W. R. MEADOWS’ long-term sustainability initiative, which is designed to increase product transparency and help customers meet their environmental goals. EPDs are comprehensive documents that […]
BioBond Adhesives Inc. announced its official entry into the packaging hot-melt market with the introduction of its BioMelt™ SPKG500 and BioMelt™ SPKG250 product offerings. Samples of these new plant-based solutions are now available. According to Marc McConnaughey, CEO of BioBond, “The BioMelt line joins the company’s existing plant-based BioCoat antimicrobial coatings and BioAdhere™ adhesive product […]
Elkem ASA has received recognition from the Business Intelligence Group (BIG) for the company’s first range of 100% recycled silicones, SILCOLEASE™ R. The product range was named Sustainability Product of the Year, honoring Elkem’s approach to circularity and eco-designed manufacturing for the label industry. “Receiving the BIG Sustainability Award is a great honor and an […]
Bakelite recently announced that the company has completed its acquisition of Sestec, a Poland-based company known for its sustainable, protein-based adhesives for wood and composite products. Bakelite reports that this strategic move significantly enhances the company’s position as a sustainability leader in the adhesive industry. The acquisition of Sestec, whose adhesives are 100% biobased and […]
Ingevity Corp. has published its 2024 sustainability report featuring the company’s new transformative technologies and products designed to create sustainable solutions for customers and the planet. Ingevity’s report, titled Powering a Cleaner, More Sustainable Tomorrow, centers on its sustainability catalysts reflecting the company’s values and aspirations. The report outlines breakthrough products, created from 73% renewable […]
The ChemQuest Group, a global consulting firm specializing in strategy, technology, market intelligence, and M&A for the specialty materials industry, has named Roudabeh (Rudi) Heshmatazad as a director. Heshmatazad brings over 25 years of experience in innovation, product development, and business growth across consumer goods, coatings, and specialty materials. Her career includes leadership roles at […]
Kraton Corp. recently announced a general price increase in North America applicable to the SBS, SIS, and HSBC product lines. The general price increase will be effective from May 1, 2025. Kraton reports that the company is implementing these price increases following a thorough review of the impact of recently enacted tariffs, associated cost increases, […]
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