Arkema converts acrylic thickeners to biobased feedstocks
In France, specialty chemical maker Arkema has converted its full line of acrylic thickeners produced in Europe to 30% biobased content. The move lowers...
Emirates Biotech Selects SAMSUNG E&A to build Abu Dhabi PLA plant
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...
Bellroy taps Modern Meadow for renewable materials
In Australia, wallet and bag leader Bellroy will use sustainable materials produced by Modern Meadow in select consumer “carry goods.”
Specifically, Bellroy will use...
PANGAIA introduces castor oil-based athletics line
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...
Buscar acquires 50% stake in hemp bioplastics maker Terramer.
In California, Buscar Company, a diversified holding company focused on natural resources and sustainable energy, has acquired a 50% stake in hemp bioplastics makter...
Covation Biomaterials unveils BioPTMEG
In China, biobased materials company Covation Biomaterials is set to launch CovationBio bioPTMEG, a biobased polytetramethylene ether glycol. BioPTMEG is a biobased alternative to...
New press-on nails concept is biobased and reusable
In Colorado, researchers at the ATLAS Institute have created biodegradable press-on nails made from algae agar and chitosan sourced seashells.
Dubbed Bio-e-Nails, the University...
Kit converts school food waste into watercolor paints
In Virginia, designers at Virginia Tech have created the Sustainable Art Painting kit, which provides the directions and tools necessary to convert food waste...
BASF unveils three new renewable personal care ingredients
In Germany, chemicals giant BASF has expanded its portfolio of natural-based ingredients with three new personal care products: Verdessence Maize, a natural styling polymer;...
Happy Campers taps Verde Bioresins for gluten-free bread packaging
In California, Happy Campers, a leader in gluten-free organic baked goods, will use Verde Bioresins’ biobased, biodegradable, recyclable and FDA-compliant line of PolyEarthylene® resins...