The world’s growing population and wealth, combined with raw materials scarcity, influence the adhesives market. Manufacturers are searching for bio-based solutions in order to reduce reliability on scarce raw materials and improve the carbon footprint of their products. At the same time, there is a demand for products with improved performance, extended lifetimes and a wider range of applications.
Adhesion of new and dissimilar substrates (e.g., composites and plastics) must be addressed when traditional bonding is replaced or when bonding surfaces become too small for non-adhesive joining. For example, adhesives can facilitate lightweight design in areas such as transportation and electronics, enabling fuel efficiency and material conservation. Croda’s range of bio-based Priplast™ polyols brings superior moisture protection and weather resistance for outdoor applications, and offers excellent flexibility and versatile adhesion in demanding applications. By extending the lifetime of products, a higher level of sustainability is achieved.