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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
Most of us are used to ice melt and rock salt on icy winter roads. But according to an article, “Pouring Cheese on Icy Roads in, Where else, Wisconsin” that Opus International recently shared on their blog via the New … Continued
The Huff Post’s Food For Thought blog reported this week on a banana fungus and banana-loving insects that are threatening the global supply of one of the world’s most loved fruits. From the produce aisle to the candy aisle at … Continued
For most oil-in-water moisturizer formulations, try to keep the total emollient phase under 10% (viscous emollients <3%). The optimal oil phase typically is a blend of low molecular weight, high spreading, quick absorbing emollients combined with emollients that provide a … Continued
Consumers with gluten sensitivities are well aware that gluten can be found in more than just baked goods. They’re meticulous label readers who expect the gluten-free products they consume to have the volume, appearance, texture, nutrition, flavor and shelf life … Continued
Mintel announced their key beauty trend for 2014 this week via press release. Their term for the trend, “Mixologiste,” describes the “blurred lines between beauty technologies that are becoming increasingly common, with overlaps between skincare, hair care and colour cosmetics.” … Continued
