Nucleating agents in automotive applications
When it comes to plastics, every detail counts. Today, we’re diving into the fascinating world of nucleating agents, focusing on their transformative role in automotive applications. These additives might be small, but their impact is huge, enhancing efficiency, improving product properties, and paving the way for lighter, more sustainable vehicles. What is a nucleating agent? […]
GREENCHEMICALS Srl acquires POLICHEM Srl
On November we officially welcomed Polichem Srl into our family, marking a significant milestone in our journey of innovation and sustainability. Polichem, founded in 1989 by Dr. Franco Lo Giudice, has been a pioneer in developing advanced additives for engineering thermoplastic polymers. Their portfolio includes nucleating and clarifying agents, mould release agents, impact modifiers, chain […]
The hidden challenges of plastic recycling: a call for innovation
We recently came across a thought-provoking article in Chemosphere, discussing a peer-reviewed study uncovering toxic chemicals in black plastic food-contact items sold in the United States. Although this issue arises outside Europe—where stricter regulations on plastic recycling apply—it offers important insights. As the global focus shifts towards guaranteeing efficient recycling processes for polymers, this study […]