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Solvent-free adhesives with an isocyanate component containing an ultra-low amount of free monomer help formulators meet demand for hygienic and affordable products.

A recent report predicts the market for packaging adhesives will record a compound annual growth rate of 6.6% from 2023 to 2030.

Oak Ridge National Lab and Silvis Materials win a DOE-sponsored research agreement to create green building products to reduce the carbon footprint.

Covestro recently announced that Dr. Yun Chen will take over the leadership of European production for the company's Performance Materials (PM) Business Entity, effective February 1, 2025.

Growth in the market for sustainable adhesive tapes is primarily driven by increasing consumer demand for environmentally friendly products and tighter regulatory requirements encouraging more sustainable manufacturing practices.

The list recognizes the top 500 private and public U.S. companies committed to reducing their environmental impact in key areas including greenhouse gas emissions, water management, and waste reduction.

Graco Inc., a leading manufacturer of fluid handling equipment, has released its third Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) report. 

Arkema has achieved multiple mass balance ISCC PLUS certifications in the United States, Europe, and Asia covering major coating technologies.

Dow performed particularly well in Climate Strategy, Water, Occupational Health & Safety, and Employee Support & Development Programs.

Researchers at the Fraunhofer Institute for Applied Polymer Research IAP are developing and testing bio-based adhesives for the industrial production of folding cartons in the Sustainable Gluing with Renewable Adhesives SUGRA project.