The General Administration of Customs of the People's Republic of China issued an order abolishing the “Measures for the Supervision and Administration of the Inspection of Imported Paints and Coatings.”

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Researchers in China have reportedly developed a new superhydrophobic coating that provides several beneficial properties, including the ability to self-clean and prevent corrosion.

Read more: Researchers Develop Worm-Inspired Coating

Researchers from Chiang Mai University in Thailand reported that they have developed a new antireflective, hydrophilic and photocatalytic coating for solar panels. Using this coating, scientists were able to increase the panels’ power yield by over 6 percent.

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Synaqua 4804 offers low VOC options for developing the highest gloss products with the feel of a solvent-based alkyd. Synaqua 4804 is an APEO and ammonia-free short oil alkyd emulsion designed for use in a wide variety of coatings.

Read more: SYNAQUA 4804 Alkyd: A Low VOC Waterborne Binder...

Belzona has released a new containment grade coating with enhanced flexibility. Belzona 5815 is a solvent-free coating developed as a cost-effective method for stored chemicals.

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Allnex announced plans to acquire a manufacturing facility in Maharashtra, India. The facility was previously owned by coatings resin business, D.R. Coats Ink & Resins Pvt. Ltd. DRC products are part of the acquisition and will be integrated into the allnex product portfolio.

Read more: Allnex Acquires Manufacturing Site in India

Teknos is participating in a new research project with the goal of developing bio-based binders and coatings as sustainable alternatives for fossil-based materials.

Read more: Research Underway to Develop Bio-Based Products

Microban International and Manchester Mills announce the launch of shower curtains with built-in antimicrobial product protection for the hospitality and healthcare industries, expanding on the success of the Protect360° range of innovative textile solutions.

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Specialty chemicals innovator Perstorp expands its value proposition for its selected segments Engineered Fluids and Resins & Coatings with the addition of Isononanoic Acid to the portfolio.

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Sun Chemical and its parent company, the DIC Corporation, will amend their existing transportation surcharge. In addition, and in order to reflect cost dynamics in the global energy market, an energy surcharge on the entire Color Materials portfolio will become effective from April 1, 2022.

Read more: Sun Chemical and DIC to Globally Implement...