Allnex receives EU Product Safety Award for leading PFAS phase-out
Allnex has been awarded the EU Product Safety Award by the European Commission for its early, comprehensive phase-out of PFAS-containing additives. This initiative demonstrates a proactive commitment to sustainability, safety,…
Bio-emollient OXISMOOTH® DS debuts in Brazil’s beauty market
Indovinya, the specialty chemicals division of Indorama Ventures, announced the launch of OXISMOOTH® DS in the Brazilian market. This multifunctional emollient is made entirely from plant-based, renewable sources, setting new…
Biotech innovation turns toxic formaldehyde into valuable chemicals
Formaldehyde is a common chemical used in many industries. It’s found in disinfectants, resins, and plastics. But it’s also highly toxic and harmful to both people and the environment. It…
Gannet BioChem achieves SBTi validation for emissions reduction targets
Gannet BioChem, a leading specialty chemical Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO), has received validation from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). This milestone confirms the company's commitment to reducing…
GS Biomats at EBC25: Accelerating FDCA Toward Industrial-Scale Bioeconomy Solutions
In a market crowded with “bio-based alternatives,” FDCA (and the polymer it enables, PEF) stands apart — not because it’s simply renewably sourced, but because its chemistry unlocks a step-change…
NUS develops microneedle patches for direct biofertiliser delivery in plants
Researchers at the National University of Singapore (NUS) have created dissolving microneedle patches that deliver biofertiliser directly into plant tissues. In greenhouse trials, crops like Choy Sum and Kale grew…
Pegasus Materials unveils bio-based high-performance materials
Pegasus Materials BV is a high-performance materials company that combines chemistry, material science, and biomanufacturing. It recently announced the launch of its first two bio-based materials and expanded its Seed…
Biotalys gains EPA approval for first protein-based biofungicide EVOCA
Biotalys has received regulatory approval from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for its first biofungicide, EVOCA™. Developed using Biotalys’ AGROBODY™ technology platform, EVOCA is the first protein-based biofungicide of…
BASF expands APG production in Thailand
BASF has announced the expansion of its Alkyl Polyglucosides (APGs) manufacturing capabilities with a new plant at its Bangpakong facility in Thailand. This strategic move aims to bolster regional supply…