In China, Brenntag has agreed to distribute Gaomi Silver Hawk New Materials’ Hydroxy Ethyl Cellulose and Methyl Hydroxy Ethyl Cellulose to the construction and coatings, adhesives, sealants and elastomers segments in South Asia. Gaomi’s HEC and MHEC are produced primarily from cotton pulp. The agreement covers Bangladesh, India, Nepal and Sri Lanka. “With Brenntag‘s global […]
In Belgium, specialty chemicals distributor Azelis has signed an agreement to distribute AGRANA’s PuraBeet for the personal care segment in China, Japan, the Philippines, and Thailand. PuraBeet is a multifunctional skin care ingredient that is 100% plant-based and naturally derived from sugar beet molasses as crystalline betaine. It enhances skin hydration, reinforces the skin barrier […]
In Montana, engineers have developed a new building material made from fungus mycelium and bacterial cells. The findings demonstrate that the low-temperature, living-cell-based material has self-repairing properties and could be a sustainable alternative to high-emission construction materials like concrete. Notably, the mycelium and bacterial materials developed by Chelsea Heveran, Assistant Professor at Montana State University, […]
In South Korea, automaker Kia has unveiled a new concept car with an emphasis on renewable materials. The SUV EV2, exhibited at Milan Design Week 2025 as part of the Transcend Journey at Eastend Studios, uses hemp, mycelium, flax fibers, and recycled textiles for several interior elements. Such materials include cellulose-based Simplifyber Fybron, which is […]
In Milan, popular athleisure brand Under Armour has partnered with UNLESS, a company known for producing completely renewable garments, to create a capsule collection of fully plant-based sportswear. Featuring hoodies, t-shirts, and shorts, each item can be composted when its usable life has passed. An installation depicted a sample garment’s lifecycle, beginning with raw plant […]
In Germany, automotive parts manufacturer Continental has developed a new key fob that is 100% bioplastic, earning the company a nomination for the 2024 Germany Sustainability Awards. The key fob replaces petroleum-based plastics with PA11, a biobased polyamide produced using castor oil as feedstock. “We are committed to providing sustainable products and solutions to our customers, […]
In France, specialty chemical maker Arkema has converted its full line of acrylic thickeners produced in Europe to 30% biobased content. The move lowers the product carbon footprint of the specialty additives—frequently used in coatings and adhesives—by 25%. “Used in architectural paints, industrial coatings, plasters, renders, adhesives, sealants, and various applications to optimize the rheology […]
In the United Arab Emirates, Emirates Biotech has selected SAMSUNG E&A as the contractor for its upcoming polylactic acid production plant in the United Arab Emirates. The project, officially named Falcon PLA Project, will produce a biodegradable and environmentally friendly plastic alternative to petroleum-based plastics. The plant, expected to be operational in early 2028, will […]
In Australia, wallet and bag leader Bellroy will use sustainable materials produced by Modern Meadow in select consumer “carry goods.” Specifically, Bellroy will use Modern Meadow’s INNOVERA biomaterial (formerly known as BIO-VERA). INNOVERA is engineered with plant-based proteins, biopolymers and post-consumer waste to replicate the look and feel of the collagen found in leather. “With […]
In London, sustainable materials and fashion brand PANGAIA has launched a new athletic wear line from 100% castor oil-based polyamide. Dubbed PLNT Nylon, the all-black collection includes a jacket, blouson, and track pants. Details like zippers are made from recycled polyethylene terephthalate. PANGAIA recently told hypebeast that the collection is a direct response to the […]
