Paint and Coatings Additives

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New composite wax additives use inorganic particles to replace PTFE and deliver surface durability without PFAS concerns.

This follow-up explores the experimental methods behind using simulation tools and physicochemical data to evaluate pigment dispersants.

Anti-glare, hardcoat and UV-cure advances are pushing AR lenses toward clearer views, lighter builds and lower power needs.

Technical sessions, short courses and networking await at this year’s CTT Summit, set for September in Illinois.

Recycled PET is transforming powder coating technology, offering a sustainable solution that reduces waste while maintaining high performance standards.

Bio-based agricultural chemicals are degrading legacy finishes, pushing formulators to develop new resin systems that resist acids, microbes and ultraviolet exposure.

A plastics manufacturer implemented an AI-driven materials informatics platform to unify data, accelerate R&D and improve sustainability. This case study examines the impact. 

Amino alcohols in waterborne coatings help reduce indoor air pollutants like formaldehyde, improving air quality in enclosed spaces.

A new review explores metal-free coupling strategies, including hypervalent iodine chemistry, that support greener synthesis in the fine chemical and pharmaceutical industries.

As PFAS gets phased out, new materials rush in — but do they hold up under pressure?