Request Chromium VI compounds: various uses including surface treatment, etching and electroplating of plastics The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has launched a public consultation on Chromium VI compounds used in surface treatment of legacy spare parts; in etching and electroplating of plastics; used for Passivation of Electrolytic Tinplate (ETP) until 8 July 2020 (23:59 Helsinki time).
Request 4-(1,1,3,3-tetramethylbutyl)phenol, ethoxylated and 4-Nonylphenol, branched and linear, ethoxylated ECHA has launched a public consultation on applications for authorisation covering 4-(1,1,3,3-tetramethylbutyl)phenol, ethoxylated and 4-Nonylphenol, branched and linear, ethoxylated used in the production of various medical devices (e.g. in vitro diagnostic kits/reagents) and medicinal/biopharmaceuticals (e.g. Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients); use of these medical devices by professional downstream users; formulation of and mixing of an OPE/NPE-containing hardener component with the base of two-part polysulfide sealants in Aerospace and Defence use. until 8 July 2020 (23:59 Helsinki time).
Request Trichloroethylene (EC 201-167-4; CAS 79-01-6) used as a process chemical in Alcantara Material production ECHA has launched a public consultation on applications for authorisation of Trichloroethylene (EC 201-167-4; CAS 79-01-6) used as a process chemical in Alcantara Material production. until 8 July 2020 (23:59 Helsinki time).
Alternative NeoAdd™ Low-toxicity crosslinker for coatings in packaging applications Across the coatings industry, crosslinkers are utilized to deliver high levels of strength, resistance, and durability required for the toughest applications – but these highly reactive crosslinkers often come with serious health risks that limit their use in specific applications. Until now, low-toxicity alternatives have struggled to achieve comparable performance. The solution? The DSM breakthrough innovation NeoAdd™ PAX enables high-performance, low-toxicity crosslinking for waterborne systems – protecting both surfaces and society.
Alternative NeoAdd™ Low-toxicity crosslinker for waterborn industrial coating systems Across the coatings industry, crosslinkers are utilized to deliver high levels of strength, resistance, and durability required for the toughest applications – but these highly reactive crosslinkers often come with serious health risks that limit their use in specific applications. Until now, low-toxicity alternatives have struggled to achieve comparable performance. The solution? The DSM breakthrough innovation NeoAdd™ PAX enables high-performance, low-toxicity crosslinking for waterborne systems – protecting both surfaces and society.
Alternative NeoPac™ E-108 XP - NMP-Free Polyurethanes for floor coatings NeoPacTM E-108 XP NeoPacTM E-108 XP is an aromatic urethane acrylic copolymer dispersion with excellent chemical and abrasion resistance for use in parquet and wood lacquers.
Alternative NeoRez® R-3961 - NMP-Free Polyurethanes for PVC substrates NeoRez® R-3961 NeoRez® R-3961 is a hard and flexible polyurethane dispersion for use in a variety of applications and especially suitable for PVC substrates.
Alternative NeoRez® R-3972 XP - NMP-Free Polyurethanes for coatings and inks NeoRez® R-3972 XP NeoRez® R-3972 XP is a flexible, colloidal polyurethane dispersion for use in coatings and inks for flexible substrates.
Alternative Decovery® Bio-Based High-Performance Resins for Wall Paints Decovery® resins are made from renewable materials and show a similar or even superior performance compared to conventional waterborne resins. Decovery® contains up to 49% bio-based content and achieves a carbon footprint reduction of up to 34%, thereby enabling companies to develop a more sustainable paint. Decovery® is also good for people. Specifically, it is free from Chemicals of Concern, such as NMP, APEO/NPEO and organotin and it contains zero or low Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs). Decovery® is proven to deliver the highest quality across a range of indoor and outdoor applications in demanding specialty products. In addition, this eco-friendly paint resin is durable and chemical-resistant; it provides a great finish with no yellowing effect and it feels smooth to the touch. Decovery® performs equally to (and in some instances even better than) all fossil oil-based acrylic equivalents.
Alternative Decovery® Bio-Based High-Performance Resins for Interior and Exterior Usage Decovery® resins are made from renewable materials and show a similar or even superior performance compared to conventional waterborne resins. Decovery® contains up to 49% bio-based content and achieves a carbon footprint reduction of up to 34%, thereby enabling companies to develop a more sustainable paint. Decovery® is also good for people. Specifically, it is free from Chemicals of Concern, such as NMP, APEO/NPEO and organotin and it contains zero or low Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs). Decovery® is proven to deliver the highest quality across a range of indoor and outdoor applications in demanding specialty products. In addition, this eco-friendly paint resin is durable and chemical-resistant; it provides a great finish with no yellowing effect and it feels smooth to the touch. Decovery® performs equally to (and in some instances even better than) all fossil oil-based acrylic equivalents.
Alternative Decovery® Bio-Based High-Performance Resins for Industrial Wood Applications Decovery® resins are made from renewable materials and show a similar or even superior performance compared to conventional waterborne resins. Decovery® contains up to 49% bio-based content and achieves a carbon footprint reduction of up to 34%, thereby enabling companies to develop a more sustainable paint. Decovery® is also good for people. Specifically, it is free from Chemicals of Concern, such as NMP, APEO/NPEO and organotin and it contains zero or low Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs). Decovery® is proven to deliver the highest quality across a range of indoor and outdoor applications in demanding specialty products. In addition, this eco-friendly paint resin is durable and chemical-resistant; it provides a great finish with no yellowing effect and it feels smooth to the touch. Decovery® performs equally to (and in some instances even better than) all fossil oil-based acrylic equivalents.
Alternative Decovery® Bio-Based High-Performance Resins for Interior Flooring Decovery® resins are made from renewable materials and show a similar or even superior performance compared to conventional waterborne resins. Decovery® contains up to 49% bio-based content and achieves a carbon footprint reduction of up to 34%, thereby enabling companies to develop a more sustainable paint. Decovery® is also good for people. Specifically, it is free from Chemicals of Concern, such as NMP, APEO/NPEO and organotin and it contains zero or low Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs). Decovery® is proven to deliver the highest quality across a range of indoor and outdoor applications in demanding specialty products. In addition, this eco-friendly paint resin is durable and chemical-resistant; it provides a great finish with no yellowing effect and it feels smooth to the touch. Decovery® performs equally to (and in some instances even better than) all fossil oil-based acrylic equivalents.
Alternative i-foam® Marine firefighting foam concentrate Prevent Tec ifoam® sea/marine is a highly effective and highly concentrated gel foam extinguishing agent for use in all class A, B and C fires (*** for class C "gaseous substances" fires, it is essential to stop / interrupt the gas supply prior to extinguishing - otherwise there is the highest risk of explosion and mortal danger, especially in the case of inflammation of the gas). ifoam® sea/marine offers extremely high safety for emergency personnel, especially in the case of liquid fires and plastic fires, and offers very short extinguishing times. ifoam® sea/marine reduces extinguishing water consumption to a minimum.
Alternative i-foam® M firefighting foam concentrate Prevent Tec ifoam® is a highly effective and highly concentrated gel foam extinguishing agent for use in all class A, B and C fires (*** for class C "gaseous substances" fires, it is essential to stop / interrupt the gas supply prior to extinguishing - otherwise there is the highest risk of explosion and mortal danger, especially in the case of inflammation of the gas). ifoam® offers extremely high safety for emergency personnel, especially in the case of liquid fires and plastic fires, and offers very short extinguishing times. ifoam® reduces extinguishing water consumption to a minimum.
Alternative Absorbzio Natural Plus - Odor neutralizer Absorbzio is a highly effective odor neutralizer base on the zinc ricinoleate (present in nature, it is the zinc salt of ricinoleic acid, a main fatty acid found in castor oil) associated with fresh and long lasting fragrances. Absorbzio is plant derived, non-toxic, and readily biodegradable. It meets Safer Choice criteria and can be found on CleanGredients.
Alternative Safe, Natural & Sustainable Fragrances SOZIO offers safe, natural and sustainable fragrances. These fragrances meet Safer Choice criteria. These fragrances can be used in several markets and type of products such as personal care, home fragrance, household and I&I products.
Alternative NatSurFact All Natural BioSurfactant NatSurFact™ is a novel, sulfate- and phosphate-free line of biosurfactants that outperforms petroleum-based conventional surfactants in a variety of commercial applications. All natural, with low eco-toxicity, low irritation, and readily biodegradable, NatSurFact™ is based on biosynthesized rhamnolipids. With orders of magnitude lower critical micelle concentrations than industry standard ingredients, NatSurFact™ is a more cost-effective ingredient for industries ranging from personal care and household cleaners to agriculture and manufacturing.
Alternative Smart Dyeing System NICCA develops environmentally friendly products that do not use hazardous chemicals, streamlining textile processing, and proposing solutions aimed at water saving and energy saving. NICCA's "Smart Dyeing Process" contributes to improving the production efficiency and working environment of scouring, dyeing and wastewater treatment.
Request Call for alternatives to in-can preservatives The Federal Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (BAuA) is looking for drop-in, technical and functional alternatives to typical in-can preservatives (biocides) for paints, varnishes and adhesives. Our aim is to support substitution of hazardous substances and, if not replaceable or avoidable at present, to promote the safe use of these substances. To this end, we want to inform about available alternatives and give room for discussion with stakeholders along the supply-chain as incentive for networking, for innovation and for finding feasible and sustainable solutions.
Alternative FireRein Eco-Gel™ - Firefighting gel Eco-Gel™ is a patented water additive that is instantly transformed into a highly effective firefighting hydrogel when introduced into a water stream at concentrations ranging from 1%-6% by volume. Most foams and gels contain surfactants or other chemicals that are known of being toxic. FireRein has achieved the development of a non-toxic, environmentally benign fire suppression product that performs as well as existing chemically derived products. Eco-Gel™ is the only firefighting water additive certified by UL and the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) to be 100% bio-based.
Alternative NEOSEED® Series: Fluorine-Free Durable Water Repellent NEOSEED® provides excellent Durable Water Repellency on all types of fabric. Made with an environmentally friendly hydrophobic polymer that offers durable performance comparable to fluorine-based products to meet increasing demands from consumers, industry and government regulation.
Alternative HeiQ Eco Dry – Durable water repellency (DWR) without fluorine (non-PFC) High-performing, sustainable and durable water-repellency, no fluorine (no PFOA, no PFOS), formaldehyde-free. Exceptional efficiency and durability (100% DWR performance up to 50 washings depending on fiber type). Complies with EU REACH, US TSCA, JP METI, ZDHC and most RSL regulations.
Alternative OrganIQ – Bleaching system for the denim sector OrganIQ is an innovative range of products for the denim washing sector and consists of a bleach finishing system for jeans. All organIQ products are free from heavy metal compounds and chlorine, but still enable economical and modern denim finishing.
Alternative True non-phthalate plasticizer for close to human use: Pevalen™ Pevalen™ is a true non-phthalate plasticizer with uncompromising performance. It is the perfect choice for sensitive applications, such as products in direct human contact, e.g. apparel and accessories, sports & leisure products, automotive interiors or other indoor applications such as floors or wall coverings in homes and public spaces. Perstorp has also obtained Food Contact Notification from the FDA in USA for the use of Pevalen™ as a plasticizer for use in repeated‐use food contact articles. Pevalen™ (chemical name pentaerythritol tetravalerate or PETV) has a unique performance not matched by any other plasticizer product with high plasticizing efficiency in combination with low migration and volatility. The unique combination of properties and its total-cost efficiency makes it a versatile and often superior plasticizer for both suspension and emulsion applications such as molded parts, films & sheets, coated fabrics - including artificial leather and other plastisol applications.
Alternative STAMP IT SAFE SYSTEM STAMP IT SAFE is a formaldehyde-free* pigment printing system for soft fabrics, which is better for you and our planet. It is based on new generation binder, softener and fixing agent. *below limit of detection according to industry standard test methods
Request 4-(1,1,3,3-tetramethylbutyl)phenol, ethoxylated, used in the production of various medical devices The has launched a consultation on alternative substances or technologies on 8 applications for authorisation covering 10 uses of 4-(1,1,3,3-tetramethylbutyl)phenol, ethoxylated, used in the production of various medical devices (e.g. in vitro diagnostic kits / reagents) and medicinal / biopharmaceuticals (e.g. Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients). by 8 April 2020 (23:59 Helsinki time).
Alternative Everzol® Black PF and Eco – New reactive black dyes for cellulosic textiles Everlight Chemical has developed Everzol® Black PF and Eco, two new generation eco-friendly reactive black dyes that can be used on a range of cellulosic textiles including cotton, rayon and lyocell.
Alternative Levafix ECO - Reactive dyes free of p-CA or other regulatory controlled amines A new range of reactive dyes based on chemistry which is free of p-CA and other regulatory amines. The new dyes have enhanced fastness properties leading to improved sustainability of the textile end product.
Alternative Realan Black MF-PV - A quantum leap in the dyeing of black on wool In response to increasing ecological pressure on mordant dyes for wool, DyStar have introduced a new patented Realan Black MF-PV dyestuff.
Alternative ANTIGEL® 6217 - Antioxidant with additives in solvent mixture Multifunctional additive with good wetting and dispersing properties for solvent borne and water-based coating systems ANTIGEL® 6217 is mainly used in solvent containing systems based on alkyds, alkyd / melamine, nitrocellulose combinations and polyesters. The above mentioned properties of ANTIGEL® 6217 are also suitable for coating systems based on alkyds, alkyd/acrylic and other systems.
Alternative SCHWEGO corrit 6831 - Organic inorganic modified tannin derivative solvent mix Glycolic solution of salts
Alternative SCHWEGO® foam 6305 - Emulsion of a polymer, containing silicone oil Defoamer and deaerator for water-based coating systems
Alternative SCHWEGO® foam 6325 - Formulation of vegetable oils Silicone free defoamer for water-based coating systems.
Alternative SCHWEGO® foam 6351 - Polymer in solvent mixture Silicone-free deaerating additive for solvent borne, water-based and solvent free coating systems.
Alternative SCHWEGO® foam 6354 - Polymers in mineral oil VOC-free defoamer for water-based and solvent borne coating systems.
Alternative SCHWEGO® foam 8339 - Formulation of polysiloxanadduct & special modif. alcohols VOC-free defoamer for water-based coating systems.
Alternative SCHWEGO® mar 8300 - Silicone polymer with organic solvents Slip additive for solvent borne coating systems, with FDA approval
Alternative SCHWEGO® mar 8304 - Silicone polymer with organic solvents Slip additive for solvent borne coating systems, with FDA approval
Alternative SCHWEGO® wett 6264 - Polymer Biodegradable wetting and dispersing additive for solvent borne coating systems that are VOC-free.
Alternative SCHWEGO® wett 6290 - Polymer in solvent mixture Wetting and dispersing additive for water-based coating systems
Alternative SCHWEGO® wett 6292 - Polymer in solvent mixture Wetting and dispersing additive for water-based and solvent borne coating systems
Alternative SCHWEGO® wett 6295 - Polymer Biodegradable wetting and dispersing additive for water-based coating systems that are VOC-free.
Alternative SCHWEGO® wett 8081 - Polymer in hydrocarbons Biodegradable wetting and dispersing additive for solvent borne coating systems.
Alternative SSCHWEGO® wett 6267 - Organic phosphoric acid ester Biodegradable wetting and dispersing additive for solvent borne and water based coating systems and the additives are anionic and VOC-free.
Alternative MITTEL S - Defoamer for solvent borne coating systems, biodegradable MITTEL S decreases the surface tension and thus defoams mosts olvent based systems effectively. It eliminates air bubbles during manufacture and application before surface defects appears. Already small quantities of MITTEL S prevent foaming and blistering duringstoving enamels or varnishes.
Alternative WETT AGENT 8023 - Organically modified phosphatide derivative Wetting and dispersing additive for solvent borne coating systems, biodegradable
Alternative SCHWEGO® mar 8311 - Silicone polymer Slip additive for water based and solvent borne coating systems, VOC free, with FDA approval
Alternative ANTIGEL® KF-D - Antioxidant with additives in solvent mixture Multifunctional additive for solvent borne and water-based coating systems, free of ketoxime and aromates, biodegradable ANTIGEL® KF-D can be used in almost all water-based and solvent borne coating systems.
Alternative ANTIGEL® KF - Antioxidant with additives in solvent mixture Multifunctional additive for solvent borne and water-based coating systems, free of ketoxime, biodegradable ANTIGEL® KF can be used in almost all water-based and solvent borne coating systems.
