Over 100 million PET bottles are upcycled into SABIC’s LNP™ ELCRIN™ iQ products contributing to net zero carbon goals

Since the introduction of LNP™ ELCRIN™ iQ materials in 2019, SABIC has helped divert more than 100 million single-use 16.9 oz. (50 cl) PET water bottles from landfills and incinerators. This portfolio of globally available polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) materials is produced from post-consumer polyethylene terephthalate (PET) water bottles through a unique chemical upcycling process.Since the introduction of LNP ELCRIN iQ materials in late 2019, SABIC has helped divert more than 100 million single-use 16.9 oz. (50 cl) PET water bottles from landfills and incinerators. This portfolio of globally available polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) materials is produced from post-consumer polyethylene terephthalate (PET) water bottles through a unique chemical upcycling process.

Archroma and NED University join hands to promote research in textiles

Mujtaba Rahim, CEO of Archroma, Pakistan, holding the memorandum of understanding signed between Archroma and the University. 
(Photo: Archroma)Archroma, a global leader in specialty chemicals towards sustainable solutions, today announced that it has signed a memorandum of understanding with NED University of Engineering & Technology (NED) in Pakistan. The memorandum will pave way for cooperation initially for a five-year period.

Wasserbeständige Böden für Momente der Freude

Bildunterschrift: Mit der Ocean+ Kollektion setzt BerryAlloc die Tradition seiner richtungsweisenden Hydro+ 100 % wasserbeständigen Laminatbodentechnologie fort. 
(Fotos: © BerryAlloc)BerryAlloc hat Hydro+ im Jahr 2008 auf den Markt gebracht und damit das Unternehmen zu einem Pionier im Bereich 100 % wasserbeständiger Laminate gemacht. Ocean+ ist die neueste Laminatkollektion, die von den Vorteilen der Hydro+ Technologie profitiert und pflegeleichte Böden für den universellen Einsatz in Wohn- und Gewerbebereichen erschließt.

New Rejoin PCR Masterbatch Makes 100 Percent PCR a Reality for Polyolefin Packaging

New Rejoin™ PCR Masterbatch can be used for polyolefin packaging in a range of customizable colors and special effects.
(Photo Avient, AVIPR008)
Avient Corporation, a premier provider of specialized and sustainable material solutions and services, today announced the launch of Rejoin PCR Masterbatch for polyolefin packaging applications. Made with post-consumer recycled (PCR) polyolefin as a carrier resin, Rejoin PCR Masterbatch can enable a bottle or part to be manufactured from 100 percent PCR.

Clariant will increase prices for Pigments & Pigment Preparations

ClariantClariant, a focused and innovative specialty chemical company, today announced global price increases across its product portfolio.

Clariant und India Glycols machen sich den Megatrend »grüner« Produkte aus erneuerbaren Quellen durch Gründung eines Joint Venture zunutze

ClariantClariant, ein fokussiertes, nachhaltiges und innovatives Spezialchemieunternehmen, und India Glycols Limited (IGL), ein führender Hersteller nachhaltiger technologiebasierter Chemikalien, haben heute eine strategische Partnerschaft zur Gründung eines Joint Venture mit einem Anteilsverhältnis von 51% zu 49% für Ethylenoxid-(EO)-Derivate aus erneuerbaren Quellen bekanntgegeben.

Textured hair, we’ve got you! Introducing the effective formulations of Clariant’s The Curl Project

Salon demo on mannequin using the new Curl Revival Gently Clarifying Co-Wash. 
(Photo: Clariant)Get ready to cleanse, condition and style with demonstrated results! Clariant’s The Curl Project goes root to tip targeting textured hair with the moisture and specific care curls crave to be their natural best. This new regimen of inspirational care formulations puts consumer needs for frizz control, manageability and repair top of the attention agenda, and is proven to deliver.

Devan’s natural allergen control technology effective against pollen as well

Devan ChemicalsDevan’s allergen control technology, known as Purissimo, has been found effective against allergens from pollen. The technology had already been proven to significantly reduce the amount of allergens from house dust mites and pets (cats & dogs).