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Dow Introduces First Bio-Based Plasticizers for Wire and
Dow Wire & Cable, a business unit of The Dow Chemical Company (“Dow”), today signaled a groundbreaking advance in sustainable chemistry by launching DOW ECOLIBRIUM Bio-Based Plasticizers, a new family of phthalate-free plasticizers for use in wire insulation and jacketing that are made from nearly 100% renewable feedstocks.
PolyOne, Segetis to explore bio-based plasticizer development
The company already has a joint development agreement with Archer Daniels Midland to produce bio-plasticizers for use in vinyl-related markets [ADPO, November 2008]. The PolyOne/Segetis announcement coincides with the launch by Dow Wire & Cable of its new range of Ecolibrium plasticizers, which are made from nearly 100% renewable feedstocks
Developments in bio based plasticizers - Renewable Carbon News
Olvex 51 Biobased Plasticizer for PVC has been developed by Brazil’s SGS Polímeros. Olvex 51 is a bio-based, renewable primary plasticizer produced from vegetable raw materials and renewables which is used as a substitute for petroleum-based plasticizers (DOA, DOP/DEHP, etc) replacing it in 100% and used in traditional PVC, PLA.
Dow Introduces Bio-Based Plasticizers
Dow Wire & Cable signaled an advance in sustainable chemistry by launching DOW ECOLIBRIUM Bio-Based Plasticizers.
- What are Dow Ecolibrium bio-based plasticizers?
- DOW ECOLIBRIUM Bio-Based Plasticizers offer specific benefits in terms of processing, electrical and temperature performance, and end-use for low and high temperature wiring applications in several key wire and cable market segments:
- Why should you use a bio-based plasticizer?
- Automotive – Wires used for the transmission of power and data inside passenger and commercial vehicles that are jacketed with material that includes DOW ECOLIBRIUM™ Bio-based Plasticizers can provide an environmentally-friendly solution that exhibits requirements for heat resistance and ease of installation.
- Why should you choose Dow wire & cable?
- Cable manufacturers in the Dow Inside program are supported by Dow Wire & Cable’s forward-thinking technology, versatile products and enhanced services, backed by the strength of a creative and responsive supplier that can help offer a competitive edge in a demanding industry.
- Are bio-based cables a good investment?
- By virtue of being bio-based, their production can also provide opportunities for cable-makers and building industry end-users to achieve carbon credits and, in the USA, certification by the U.S. Green Building Council’s LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Rating Systems.
