PolyOne and Segetis Announce Joint Development Agreement
PolyOne Corporation announced an agreement with Segetis to explore the development of bio-derived plasticizers for use in targeted petroleum and bio-based polymers. PolyOne is working with Segetis in response to customer demand for more sustainable product offerings.
PolyOne, Segetis to explore bio-based plasticizer development
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 (see p. 2). Contact: PolyOne Corp, Avon Lake, OH, USA. Tel: +1 440 930 1000, Web: www.polyone.com
PolyOne pairs with biobased plasticizer startup
PolyOne Corp.(Cleveland, OH) has entered into a joint-development agreement with biobased-chemical startup Segetis(Golden Valley, MN) to advance that company's renewably resourced plasticizer. Segetis' proprietary levulinic ketal technology can be used to create plasticizers, solvents, and modifiers for targeted polymers.
PolyOne partners with Segetis for bio-based plasticizers
PolyOne Corporation has announced an agreement with chemical company Segetis to develop bio-derived plasticizers for use in targeted petroleum and bio-based polymers. The joint agreement is intended for a variety of end-use markets, such as electronics, consumer, healthcare, and automotive.
PolyOne’s New Bio-Based Solutions Deliver on Performance and
“Customers benefit as this plant-based, truly non-phthalate flexible vinyl performs at levels equal to or better than materials containing traditional petroleum-based plasticizers.” Geon BIO materials are formulated with PolyOne’s plant-based reFlex 300 plasticizer, which has been tested and certified by the United States Department of
