This month’s Bio-Materials content is brimming with interesting information ranging from Coca-Cola’s 100% bio-PET, a new ethenolysis project in Europe, the global oleochemicals market going crazy (in terms of pricing anyway), Total Corbion’s new recycled PLA offering, etc. etc. I am still working on my report but speaking of recycling, I wanted to share this … Continue reading
Some might say the surging investments in chemical recycling is taking away the attention on the development and commercialization of bio-based plastics but according to the European Bioplastics Association, chemical recycling is an important option for bio-based plastics to the same extent as for fossil-based plastics. Chemical Recycling of bio-based plastics contributes to a circular … Continue reading
The present moment is one of unprecedented challenge; for the world of engineering thermoplastics, there has been a chance to serve the needs of key workers, providing materials for protective masks, shields, and gowns. Details of some of these developments are given in the latest Engineering Thermoplastics Chemical Business Focus newsletter, which focuses on how … Continue reading