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Hope everyone is having lovely Tuesday. Video number 5 from Mercel shows how Algumer can replace microplastics in the personal care industry. Initially, we thought that it would just be a rheology modifier to replace fossil fuel derived carbomers, but it is so much more! I mentioned the binding capabilities in video 3, and whats more it can also act as an emulsifier. So you have one green, biodegradable, futureproof product that could mean you leave out many that are harmful to the planet! It is even easier to use than a lot of these products. What it does take is a commitment to build your formulations using Algumer as a base and finding out what you don't actually need. So forget about that trade name you can't pronounce, that you only add because it's been added for the last 50 years and no-one actually knows why. #seaweed #nanocellulose #cellulose #circularity #greenchemistry #zerowaste #futureproof Contact: dominic.orourke@mercel.co.uk Mark Dorris Alastair Kennedy - MIEx

Industry news: "Biodegradable Spunbond Nonwovens" and Other Industry Standards to be Implemented on 1 July The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology of China has approved 1,276 industry standards, among which FZ/T64104-2023 "Biodegradable Spunbond Nonwovens" and three other nonwovens-related standards will be implemented on 1 July 2024. The standard applies to spunbonded nonwoven fabrics made of polylactic acid as raw material, melt spinning into a net and bonded by hot rolling, and other spunbonded nonwoven fabrics produced by biodegradable polymer raw materials can be used for reference. #tissue #nonwovens #hygieneproducts

We were glad to share with you our presentation on the topic Application of Shimadzu chromatography systems for biosurfactant analyses at The Seminar of Shimadzu users 2024. Evonik’s biosurfactants make a clean sweep – literally. They not only remove grease and dirt but are also eco-friendly and gentle on the skin. They are 100 percent biodegradable and therefore enable circular economy. They come with the lowest aquatic toxic profile available on the surfactant market and are safe for oceanic life. All our biosurfactants are produced from locally sourced (EU) bio-based raw materials without the use of tropical oils. They are produced by a safer, mild and low energy fermentation process. Our biosurfactants perform in any condition -independent from water quality. #Evonik #Biosurfactant #Sustainability #Biotechnology #Biosolutions #Shimadzu

According to recently finalized long-term tests regarding the degradation of the material in PowerGranules BIO, it's now concluded that particles created when using PowerGranules BIO are NOT considered microplastics, according to EU regulation 2023/2055. 💚🎉 - We are incredibly proud and pleased with the result. PowerGranules BIO is the first granule in the industry with proven degradability. It marks a significant advancement in the field of granule ware washing technology. Our efforts to further develop and enhance our granules continue, alongside our work with the Granule Technology machines where we aim to simplify handling for the users, says our CEO, Mikael Victor Samuelsson. Tests were carried out by RISE Research Institutes of Sweden under ISO 17556:2019 - biodegradability of plastics in soil. Results showed a degradation level of 94% in 24 months (90% required to pass). Read the press release for details: https://lnkd.in/eGZSGY74 A special thanks to our fabulous R&D team for your tireless work and dedication to this project. We are blessed to have you 🙏 Åsa Håkansson Isak Svenningsson Pontus Nordfeldt Cho Seng Lim #sustainableoperations #commercialkitchenequipment #pureperformance

#Temporary #LCM for #cleanouts PLA is used for LCM product. As a biodegradable polymer material, Poly lactic acid has very valuable application. If you have a well that is losing fluid on a cleanout/milling plugs it is significantly cheaper than nitrogen. It stops the leakoff by temporarily diverting the loss zone.

Repost from our blog on sustainable packaging with new copy. Make a resolution for 2024 to avoid #plastic as much as possible. Check out the progress in #sustainable packaging📦#innovations in our blog. #compostable #biodegradable #bioplastics #organic https://bit.ly/3RNkAn4

Contributing to a more sustainable production process while ensuring high quality and compliance with rigorous regulatory standards 🌱 Pharma companies must navigate strategies to reduce CO2 emissions and minimize waste management costs. To achieve this, game-changing transformations to operational excellence and sustainability are needed while maintaining high-quality drugs. Our solution: SCHOTT TOPPAC® Nest 160 🚀 The new design reduces the amount of waste from nests, bags, and boxes, contributing to more efficient and sustainable operations. Substantial reductions in environmental impact have been made across several components, including the tub, nest, Tyvek® seal and inlay, bag, box, and wooden pallet. Switching to SCHOTT TOPPAC® Nest 160 significantly lowers your product's carbon footprint by 17% compared to the traditional SCHOTT TOPPAC® Nest 100. 💚 Let's transform your operational performance together. Get more information here: https://lnkd.in/eEUAyVFw #sustainability #syringes #innovation #pharma #SCHOTTPharma #operationalexcellence

Our Year-In-Review 2023 showcases strides in attracting #investments to the #CanadianChemistry industry. Explore our achievements in 2023 as we reach a milestone year in advancing this objective: https://lnkd.in/dPVdeTYW #Chemicals #Plastics #Sustainability #ChemistryCanada

Get to know bioplastics through EUBP's lens 🌱 #Bioplastics are an essential part of the #bioeconomy and are a diverse family of materials with differing properties. There are three main groups 👇: 🌱Biobased or partially biobased non-biodegradable plastics, such as biobased PE, PP, or PET (so-called drop-ins) and biobased technical performance polymers, such as PTT or TPC-ET; 🌱Plastics that are both #biobased and #biodegradable, such as PLA and PHA or PBS; 🌱Plastics that are based on fossil resources and are biodegradable, such as PBAT. 🔗Learn more at https://lnkd.in/e2pZsRUN

🌿 #Enzymes in Detergents: Driving #Sustainability and #CircularEconomy! 🔄  Enzymes are transforming the detergent industry:  ✅ Enhance stain removal - extend the life of your clothes.  ✅ Allow washing at lower temperatures - save energy.  ✅ Efficient in small amounts - reduce environmental impact. Discover more in our collaboration with AISE International Association for Soaps, Detergents and Maintenance Products. Let's embrace cleaner and greener practices! 🔗 https://bit.ly/47GXCE4 #Detergents #GreenTransition #EUGreenDeal #Biotech #Innovation #EnzymesAreMiracles 🌈