Although biocides are usually added in comparatively low quantities to the final product, market research institute Ceresana forecasts global revenues of almost $7.3 billion in 2019.
A new biobased label adhesive, DaniMer 92721, can reportedly eliminate the problems associated with polyethylene terephthalate (PET) container recycling.
Sustainability is a subject that is often raised by potential customers. How should we target new product development or promote existing products to demonstrate that we are addressing their concerns?
Though the publication of the revised Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) “Green Guides” has been significantly delayed, many industries continue to address the sustainability movement and green marketing claims are becoming
The introduction of biomass as a substitute for petroleum-based raw materials will make a significant contribution in the development of sustainable products.
In May 2009, The Coca-Cola Co. unveiled its new package. According to the press release, the PlantBottle™ is fully recyclable, has a lower reliance on non-renewable resources, and reduces carbon emissions compared with polyethylene terephthalate (PET) plastic bottles. The rest of the press release discusses the environmental virtues of the new package, but dialogue with Coke employees revealed a different (though equally important) driver: “We have been in business for over 100 years and we plan to be in business for over 100 more years. We are taking steps now to reduce our dependence on petroleum-based raw materials.”
