By 2050, the United Nations expects the global population to reach approximately 9.5 billion people. The expectations are that millions of people will be lifted out of poverty, increasing living standards and driving demand for chemical products.
Hexion’s “2019 Sustainability Report” highlights the company’s efforts and accomplishments in enhancing safety, efficiency, sustainability, and social responsibility.
July 10, 2020
Hexion Inc. recently announced the release of its “2019 Sustainability Report.”
The transaction will reportedly significantly broaden Nouryon’s portfolio of products in carboxymethyl cellulose, a sustainable, bio-based water-soluble polymer used as a thickener, binder, stabilizer, and film former.
July 7, 2020
Nouryon has completed its previously announced acquisition of the carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) business of J.M. Huber Corp.
Together with Kraton, the Together for Sustainability initiative will continue to foster and drive sustainability practices and processes along the chemical industry’s supplying companies.
June 15, 2020
Together for Sustainability (TfS) recently announced that Kraton has joined the TfS initiative.
U.S. soy delivers on sustainability and performance for myriad industries and products—including adhesives and sealants.
May 13, 2020
Renewable by nature, soybean oil is used in a diverse array of bio-based products. From biofuels for vehicles and resins for car and farm machinery parts to spray foam insulation and lubricants, versatile U.S. soy delivers on sustainability and performance for myriad industries and products.
BioPreferred adhesives must use bio-based and renewable components instead of petroleum-based components.
April 23, 2020
Mactac recently announced its recognition as the first pressure-sensitive adhesive manufacturer to have products listed in the BioPreferred program established by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).
Ingevity’s bio-based tackifier products reportedly have broad compatibility with multiple polymers commonly used in rigid packaging, hygiene, tapes, labels, and construction adhesives.
March 19, 2020
Ingevity recently announced the appointment of Cambrian Solutions, a Maroon Group company, as distributor for its WestRez and Altatac rosin ester product lines in Canada.