Articles Tagged with ''bio-based coatings''

In this PCI interview, a Dow research scientist discusses the carbon-cutting potential of plant-based binders in interior paint formulations.

Survey insights from ECS 2025 reveal shifting R&D priorities, the growing role of AI, and rising momentum behind sustainability.

Sustainable coatings are reshaping the industry with bio-based, powder and energy-efficient solutions that reduce environmental impact while enhancing performance.

Advancements in coating technologies, from self-healing paints to solvent-free formulations, are shaping the future of sustainable, high-performance applications.

Tomato peels transformed into a bio-based coating offer water, oil and grease resistance, heat sealability and a sustainable alternative for food packaging.

Bio-based particles and pigments are unlocking new possibilities for sustainable coatings, offering technical performance improvements and environmental benefits across decorative and protective applications.

Bio-degradable citrate esters have excellent toxicological and eco-toxicological profiles, and provide good versatility and compatibility with numerous polymers. Read how they compare to standard coalescing agents.

Being able to reduce the amount of petroleum-based solvents in a product and replace them with gentler bio-based material such as canola oil is a great option. Learn about new bio-based rust preventatives. 

The objective of this collaboration was to showcase the performance of sustainable, soy-based coating materials in real-world formulations, comparing them to benchmarks derived from petroleum-based counterparts.