ARTICLE: Pigments move beyond aesthetics

In the September issue of Compounding World, 'Pigments move beyond aesthetics' reviews the latest developments in pigments for plastics. Market demands go well beyond aesthetics, and provide answers to environmental questions. The trend to substitution of heavy metals, through the use of new inorganic and organic pigments, and the growing interest in pigments derived from renewables. From regulatory drivers to recycling and sustainability, this article takes a look at some of the latest moves by pigment suppliers to the plastics industry. Read the entire article here.

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