The demand for bio-adhesives is experiencing significant growth across various applications, including paper and packaging, construction, woodworking, medical, personal care, and more. 

A vegetable oil-based polyol replaces petroleum-based polyol to synthesize polyurethane foam, which can save energy and reduce emissions.

Arkema recently announced that its waterborne PVDF range, Kynar Aquatec^®, has received the "Solar Impulse Efficient Solution" label, recognizing the product for its outstanding durability benefits in cool roof coatings. 

Among the polymers used in packaging HMA formulations, low-viscosity polyolefin materials have demonstrated superior adhesion, improved low application temperature, ease of processability, and thermal stability versus EVA-based formulations.

ISCC PLUS is a voluntary scheme that attests to the proper management of recycled and biomass-derived raw materials across the supply chain, including in production processes. 

As the demand for environmentally friendly products rises, manufacturers are evaluating their current sustainability practices and finding ways to minimize their environmental impact.

Bostik is contributing to Arkema’s path towards Net Zero by reaching an important milestone in its decarbonization journey for the Kizen packaging range.

Produced from plant-based fructose, this molecule offers industries a substitute for fossil-based products.

Two researchers at the University of Pittsburgh are using their expertise in hydrogels and liquid crystal elastomers to design a more effective and powerful adhesive for gluing structures underwater.

A novel upcycling concept creates bio-based performance additives from olive oil by-products.