Raw materials

BASF Opened a New Alkyl Ethanolamines Plant for Coatings in Antwerp

The increase of the global alkyl ethanolamines capacity to 140,000 metric tons per year will help BASF to better support the growing demand for paints and coatings.

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DKSH Opened New Innovation Centers in the Philippines

The new modern facility of DKSH will further strengthen its position in the local paints and coatings market.

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EPA Draft Risk Evaluation Highlights Unreasonable Risks of DINP in Paints and Coatings

According to the EPA's draft evaluation, exposure to DINP in paints and coatings during high-pressure spraying presents significant safety risks for workers.

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Byk Appointed a New Paint Additives Distributor in Azerbaijan

Hecckem will supply the innovative additives of Byk to customers in Azerbaijan.

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BASF Closes the Production of Adipic Acid for Coatings and Adhesives in Ludwigshafen Site

The closures of the production will be implemented in 2025, with BASF that will support affected employees to find new job opportunities.

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Arkema Obtained the ISCC PLUS Certification for UV/LED/EB Curing Resins Plant

The ISCC PLUS certification strengthens the expansion of Arkema Sartomer® UV/LED/EB curing resins in Asia.

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BASF Transitions to Bio-Based Ethyl Acrylate to Enhance Sustainability in Paints and Coatings Industry

BASF will reduce the product carbon footprint by approximately 30% by transitioning to exclusively produce bio-based Ethyl Acrylate, specifically for the paints and coatings industry.

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Eckart Launched LUXAN CFX B842 Immersion Red Pigment for Paints and Coatings

Eckart's new pigment LUXAN CFX B842 Immersion Red gives high-quality automotive paints an elegant appearance and is compatible with water-, solvent- and UV-based coatings.

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EPA Designated Five Chemicals as High-Priority Substances for Risk Evaluation

The five chemicals designated as high-priority substances for risk evaluation by the EPA are also used in paints and coatings.

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Arkema to Showcase its Latest Innovations at Latin American Coatings Show 2024

Arkema will present its latest innovations for the Latin American paint, coatings and adhesives market during the next edition of Latin American Coatings Show.

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Lake Engineering Solutions Successfully Advances Corrosion Protection for Aqueous Parts Washing and Degreasing

The rinsing solution EnviroRinse201 from Lake Engineering Solutions can deliver long-term corrosion protection and simplified maintenance for aqueous parts washing and degreasing machines.

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NAGASE America and Eagle Specialty Products Will Distribute Pigment Dispersions

This partnership will allow NAGASE America to consolidate its position in the American paints and coatings market.

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Eurosyn Partners with hubergroup Chemicals for the Italian Market

Eurosyn will distribute the raw materials for paints and coatings of hubergroup Chemicals in Italy.

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Coval Technologies Introduces Versatile Coval Matting Agent for Customisable Coatings

The new matting agent of Coval simplifies inventory and enhances flexibility for installers and distributors.

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Lubrizol Introduces Solsperse™ 29000 Hyperdispersant

Solsperse29000 Hyperdispersant is a newly-developed dispersant from Lubrizol that grants good pigment dispersion and stability for coatings.

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