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The Rise of Biodegradable Plastics: What It Means for Injection Molders
Sustainable materials are reshaping the plastics industry, and biodegradable polymers are becoming more widely used … Continued
High Pigment Volume Concentrates, More Color in Every Drop
Pigment concentrates play a valuable role in coatings formulations for all applications. From Point-of-Sale colorants … Continued
Multifunctional Additives Under Regulatory Pressure
Lubricant and metalworking fluid formulators are entering a period in which additive choice is no … Continued
INDUSTRY INSIGHTS ARCHIVE
Kaolin is an important pigment in coatings, but it also has a large use in personal care. In March of 2025, an article on “Next generation natural deodorants…”[1] was included in Prospector Knowledge Center. From enhancing texture to improving opacity … Continued
Petrol-based plastics are present in many aspects of our daily lives, from clothing to food packaging. They are often left behind in the environment, where they degrade, breaking into thousands of tiny pieces that harm ecosystems and human health. Bioplastics … Continued
Interfaces, boundaries between two phases, are important in paint and ink technology. The behavior of a system during production, storage, application and film formation is, to a large extend, governed by the composition of the interfaces that are present and … Continued
EDITOR’S NOTE: Part 2 of 2 by Robert Grace (Part 1 available here) Several companies discussed a host of new initiatives and products during European Marketing Group’s recent media event in Rotterdam, The Netherlands. The June 4-5 sessions allowed the … Continued
The hair conditioner market is undergoing significant transformation driven by consumer demand for clean, effective, and sensorially engaging products. Formulators are responding with innovations in ingredients, textures, and packaging, aligning with broader trends in the personal care industry. Clean and … Continued
