Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) is a very versatile polymer with many applications. Due to the easy incorporation of additives and plasticizers in this resin. The most used plasticizer for PVC is dioctyl ...

Rigid polyurethane foam (PUr) is a common residue from the footwear industry that seeks a sustainable disposal alternative. A flexible composite incorporating PUr that could be used in this same ...

Although not everyone on this list changed the world in big ways, each person made a contribution to society that made a difference in the way we live, work and play. And each has a connection to ...

Plasticizers are indispensable for imparting flexibility, durability, and workability to polymers, particularly in polyvinyl chloride (PVC) products. However, traditional phthalate-based plasticizers ...

France-based Benvic says it views boosted recycling prospects for PVC cable jackets as a key to the circularity of one of its product lines. “Mechanical recycling can provide elegant solutions, ...

Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) is a widely used material, but its reliance on plasticizers and stabilizers compromises its performance over time. However, researchers have discovered a novel method to ...

B. Braun is celebrating the California Legislature’s passage of a ban on Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) plastic in IV bags and tubing. “Chemicals that were removed from children’s toys nationally ...

The strength, lightness, and versatility of plastic have significantly integrated it into modern life, with PVC being extensively used across various sectors. However, the long lifespan and ...