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Introducing REPLASBLAK® Circular Black Masterbatches
Presented by Cabot Corporation June 18, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. CEST | 4:00 a.m. EDT Register Now > DISCOVER CABOT REPLASBLAK® CIRCULAR BLACK MASTERBATCH PRODUCT FAMILY WITH SUSTAINABLE MATERIALS Increased environmental pressures are driving greater demand for black masterbatch solutions … Continued
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RadiciGroup High Performance Polymers’ approach to sustainability: strategy and new products
Presented by RadiciGroup High Performance Polymers July 16, 2024 at 3:00 p.m. CEST | 9:00 a.m. EDT Register Now > The first part of the webinar will be dedicated to RadiciGroup HPP’s strategy for reducing the environmental impact of its … Continued
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REGULATORY UPDATE: European Parliament Adopts New Law Against Greenwashing
Multiple stakeholders, including retailers, consumers and investors, are demanding sustainable products. A heightened awareness among consumers that green products may help us live a safer, more secure and sustainable lifestyle is putting pressure on brands and retailers to focus … Continued
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Decoding Market Trends and Future Projections for Nylon 66
Nylon 66, a stalwart in the realm of engineering thermoplastics, has enjoyed a long and illustrious history since its invention in the 1930s. Renowned for its exceptional strength, heat resistance, and durability, Nylon 66 has found its way into a … Continued
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