Researching sustainable biomaterials to replace conventional synthetic products for industrial and manufacturing applications.
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Woamy is a recyclable and biodegradable cellulose-based foam produced without any chemical additives. This strong and lightweight foam can be used to replace plastic materials in several applications, including protective packaging, laminated boards, mattresses and cushioning, shoe soles, and building insulation. Woamy is produced using a mould-free and fast-drying foam
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BioBlend PO is a penetrating oil and general-purpose lubricant formulated from readily biodegradable base stocks and proprietary additives. BioBlend PO is derived from natural ester base oils, with over 95% biobased tested under ASTM 6866 standards. BioBlend PO has excellent wetting ability and a high affinity for metal surfaces, with
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NatureShield® 50 is a natural oil-based emulsion for wood & concrete surface coatings with 91% biobased content per ASTM 6866. Michelman’s NatureShield® line of coating additives are environmentally-friendly alternatives to synthetic surface modifiers designed to improve the durability, weatherability, and aesthetics of wood and stone-based substrates. NatureShield® 50 is
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Elevance Unify® 270 is a high-performing, biobased coalescing agent for waterborne coatings. It is designed to lower the VOC content (up to 50%) while retaining important performance properties for paints and coatings. Elevance Unify® 270 contains 75% biorenewable content from a variety of natural oil feedstocks converted via Elevance’s
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NeoLigno® by Stora Enso is a biobased binder derived from sustainably sourced lignin. This material does not contain any formaldehyde or isocyanate and can be used in particleboard and insulation applications. The lignin used to produce NeoLigno® comes from FSC and PEFC chain of custody certified forests. This material allows
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ELM 80W-90 Multi-Purpose Gear Lubricant from Environmental Lubricants Manufacturing, Inc. is a premium biobased and biodegradable gear lubricant made from USA-grown natural seed oil. This product is designed to offer lubricity and protect gears and ferrous metal components from wear, rust, and corrosion. It is formulated to handle heavy loads
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Teflon EcoElite™ is a non-fluorinated, biobased durable water repellant finish containing 60% renewably sourced materials. Teflon EcoElite™ is based on Chemours’ Zelan R3 technology, which is certified biobased by the USDA and bluesign® approved. It is based on non-food source feedstocks and does not contain any GMOs or alkly phenol
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EvoSyn Industrial Hydraulic Fluid is a renewable and biodegradable hydraulic fluid that meets Ecolabel and Denison HF-0 performance requirements. The fluid is made from sustainable base oils derived from renewable biomass. EvoSyn is also formulated with an optimized additive package that controls oxidation, wear, corrosion, and rust. The product has
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Santicizer® Platinum G-2000 is an efficient, bio-based primary plasticizer that offers excellent heat stability, lower volatility than traditional plasticizers, and enhanced processability. With 85% renewable carbon content, it can be easily formulated to replace common plasticizers. This non-phthalate plasticizer is highly efficient and provides additional processing heat stability. It can
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Joncryl® BRC products are water-based binders from BASF with at least 50% bio-renewable content. The Joncryl® BRC product line builds upon the well-established Joncryl® 662, with excellent properties for ink and overprint varnish applications on pulp and paper substrates. Joncryl® BRC 6824 is a low Tg (glass transition temperature), film-forming
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Searo is a seaweed-based organic polymer that can be used in a diverse range of applications, including food packaging, cosmetics and apparel. Searo’s seaweed polymer is FDA-approved, plant-based, biodegradable, and can be composted at home. Seaweed sequesters vast amounts of carbon. It also absorbs moisture, preventing mold growth and
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Virent’s BioForming® process converts aqueous carbohydrate solutions, including conventional sugars and a wide range of compounds derived from biomass, into mixtures of “drop-in” hydrocarbons. BioForm BZ® benzene is a high-purity benzene product that meets industry standards and is expected to achieve cyclohexane grade with further refinement. It is a
