Sustainability

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As environmental concerns mount, the adhesive industry is under pressure to develop super glues that deliver high performance without compromising sustainability.

From compostable formulations to low-energy applications, hot-melt adhesives are helping converters driving sustainable packaging solutions.

By integrating recyclability and lifecycle data, digital product passports help improve sorting accuracy and support the circular economy.

Discover how adhesive technology is helping FMCG brands reduce material use, lower CO₂ emissions, and save costs—while meeting the demands of a fast-changing packaging landscape.

The latest market study reports strong growth in biobased polymers, driven by rising global demand, expanding production capacities, and a shift toward renewable carbon.

Henkel Adhesive Technologies announced its strategic cooperation with Ravenwood Packaging, a pioneer in linerless labeling technology. 

To unlock the full potential of bio-based innovations, a new policy brief calls on the European Commission to standardize coordination in this area, strengthen funding and improve market conditions.

KRAHN Chemie recently announced an agreement with Mitsubishi Chemical Europe GmbH (MCE) to distribute the company’s BENEBiOL™ polycarbonatediol in Poland, Italy, and Benelux. 

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. 

Kraton has joined the CERISEA Project, an initiative to establish a manufacturing facility to accelerate the development of 5-HMF (5-Hydroxymethylfurfural).