DuPont Tate & Lyle Bio Products Co. LLC
Susterra 1,3-propanediol is a high-performance replacement for 1,4-butanediol as a polyol building block or chain extender in polyurethanes. Susterra is certified 100% bio-based, enabling the addition of bio-content to various materials. It replaces propylene glycol in unsaturated polyesters.As Seen In CompositesWorld
Green resins: Closer to maturity
As more players approach the market, R&D expands, but overall market growth in the composites arena is still slow but steady.
Bio-composites update: Beyond eco-branding
No longer dependent only on their green credentials, some suppliers of bio-based fibers and resins are competing on price and performance.
Green resins: Growing up
High hurdles remain, but the push for sustainable sources of resin monomers is gaining momentum.
Bio-Composites Update: Bio-Based Resins Begin to Grow
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- Matrix resins, thermoplastic
- Polyester (PET)
- Polyurethane
- Matrix resins, thermoset
- UV-curable
- Urethane
- Unsaturated polyester
- Unsaturated polyester, isophthalic
- Unsaturated polyester, low-VOC/no VOC
- Unsaturated polyester, orthophthalic
- Unsaturated polyester, terephthalic
- Fibers/fiber forms, natural (bio-derived)
- Other natural fibers
- Adhesives
- Urethane
- Urethane, Film
- Urethane, Foam
- Urethane, Hot melt
- Urethane, Paste
- Urethane, Solvent-based
- Urethane, Water-based
- Urethane, Other
- Urethane
- Gel coats
- Marine
- UV-curable
- Coatings and sizings
- Decorative
- Paint
- Powder
- Casting resins
- Unsaturated polyester
- Catalysts, promoters and curing agents
- Curing agents, others
- Resin additives & modifiers
- Other additives/modifiers