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Shinshu University Unveils PFAS-Free Fuel Cell Membrane, Achieving 100,000 Cycles at 120°C for Next-Gen PEFCs
Shinshu University Faculty of Textile Science and Technology Japan Overview Researchers at Shinshu University have developed a groundbreaking fluorine-free polymer composite membrane for fuel cells, offering a critical PFAS-compliant sol... -
Avantium Partners with Sojitz Pla-Net to Propel Plant-Based PEF “releaf®” Adoption in Japanese Market
Avantium N.V. (Press Release) Netherlands Overview Avantium N.V. announced a strategic partnership with Sojitz Pla-Net Corporation on September 8, 2026, to accelerate the adoption of its innovative plant-based polymers, FDCA and PEF (bra... -
Kuraray Showcases KURARAY POVAL™ PVOH and Mowital™ PVB Resins for Semiconductor and Electronics Markets at SEMICON Taiwan 2026
SpecialChem Taiwan Overview Kuraray is set to present its KURARAY POVAL™ polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) and Mowital™ polyvinyl butyral (PVB) resin grades at SEMICON Taiwan 2026 (September 2–4), targeting the semiconductor and electronics manuf... -
PFAS-Free Coatings for Food Contact Applications Address Stricter Regulations and Consumer Demand
Cork Industries USA Overview Cork Industries has launched innovative PFAS-free coating solutions for food contact applications, fully complying with existing PFAS regulations without compromising water, oil repellency, or barrier perform... -
Mitsubishi Chemical Group Doubles Net Profit in Q1 FY2026, Driven by Inventory Gains and Strong Performance in Barrier Packaging Polymers and Carbon Fiber Composites
Investing.com Japan Overview Mitsubishi Chemical Group announced a doubling of net profit in Q1 FY2026, partly attributed to inventory gains. The Films & High-Performance Materials division spearheaded this performance, with robust s... -
Kuraray Unveils EVAL™ SC, a Next-Generation EVOH Resin, to Boost Recyclability and Reduce PVdC Dependence in High-Performance Packaging
Kuraray America, Inc. Japan Overview Kuraray America, Inc. has introduced EVAL™ SC, a new generation EVOH resin that imparts orientation between the polymer's glass transition and crystallization temperatures. This innovative resin signi... -
European PFAS Regulations Drive Surging Demand for Silicone and Bio-Based Barrier Alternatives, Impacting Food Packaging
DataM Intelligence Europe Overview Stricter PFAS regulations in Europe are rapidly expanding the market for alternative materials like silicone-based coatings and bio-based barrier technologies. The European Chemicals Agency supported an... -
Novel Theoretical Framework Predicts Mechanochemical Phenomena Linking Macroscale Strain to Nanoscale Molecular Reactions in Condensed Matter
arXiv (Soft Condensed Matter) USA Overview Researchers have developed a new non-perturbative theoretical framework to predict reaction kinetics in condensed matter under macroscopic strains, capturing activation barrier changes in highly... -
Coextruded Multilayered Film Market Projected to Grow to $1.97 Billion by 2034, Driven by Sustainable Packaging and Bio-Based Polymers
24 Market Reports International Overview This article provides an overview of a market research report published by 24 Market Reports. The global coextruded multilayered film market, valued at $1.493 billion in 2025, is projected to reac... -
Kuraray’s ‘PLANTICTM’ Bio-Based Resin Integrates with Mica Corp.’s Water-Based Primer to Develop Recyclable High-Barrier Paper Packaging
TAPPI.org International（Japan, USA） Overview Kuraray's advanced bio-based resin, PLANTICTM, and Mica Corporation's water-based primer technology have integrated to successfully develop recyclable high-barrier paper-based flexible packa...
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