Shrieve Chemical Company has acquired Vertec BioSolvents, a West Chicago manufacturer of patented bio-based solvent blends. The transaction may affect manufacturing scale, intellectual property portfolios, and regulatory compliance considerations in sectors such as coatings, adhesives, and food-contact formulations.
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Axalta announced Zencore™, a cabinet finishing system derived from the company’s Zenamel™ technology that combines primer and enamel functionality into a two-step process intended for high-throughput production. The product is described as stock-available in North America and may have operational, regulatory, and specification implications for manufacturers and their counsel to consider.
Henkel has launched two silicone‑based anti‑fingerprint coatings, Loctite AF 8810 for plastic cover lenses and Loctite AF 8812 for glass, formulated without PFAS or fluorine ingredients. The materials are positioned for automotive display manufacturing with spray and PVD application compatibility, heat cure cycles and durability testing benchmarks reported by the company.
Henkel’s Adhesive Technologies unit will source bluemint® CO₂-reduced tinplate from thyssenkrupp Rasselstein for cans used across its adhesive product lines, with metal packaging manufacturer Pirlo involved in conversion. The bluemint product is produced using specially processed steel scrap in blast-furnace operations and carries third‑party verification of specific emissions data.
BASF Coatings will appoint Jens Luehring as Chief Executive Officer upon closing of the planned sale to Carlyle, with Dr. Uta Holzenkamp remaining in place until the transaction completes. The carve-out encompasses automotive OEM and refinish coatings and surface treatment units and may carry operational, regulatory and intellectual property implications for manufacturing and compliance stakeholders.
Evonik has expanded its distribution agreement with IMCD, enabling IMCD to distribute the full VISIOMER® Specialty Methacrylates portfolio across the United States. The arrangement pairs Evonik’s methacrylate monomer offerings with IMCD’s commercial and technical channels for coatings, adhesives and related markets.
Syensqo has secured a multi-year agreement with Boeing to supply advanced composites, structural adhesives and surfacing solutions for commercial and defense airframes. The contract encompasses materials for primary and secondary structures, interiors and surfacing, with implications for manufacturing processes, certification and supply-chain controls.
Roehm announced ACRYLITE® SunResist, a PMMA molding compound designed as an ultra‑thin co‑extruded capstock offering UV absorbance to ~400 nm and enhanced processing characteristics. The material is positioned for exterior profiles and components where weathering, abrasion resistance, and post‑fabrication performance are emphasized.
LBB Specialties announced an authorized distribution agreement with Kemitura to supply KemituraSil® fumed silica to C.A.S.E. markets in North America. The arrangement may raise manufacturing, supply‑chain, regulatory and intellectual property considerations for counsel working on product safety, specification and commercialization matters.
Nucleus Incorporation, operating under a license from Stanley Black & Decker, announced manufacturing and market release of Stanley Chemical-branded spray foam insulation, polyurethane sealants, construction adhesives, caulks, and technical aerosols. The product set raises issues for counsel and regulatory professionals including materials specifications, manufacturing controls, labeling, IP licensing, and applicable environmental and building-code approvals.
Celanese Corporation reported a 2025 GAAP diluted loss per share of $10.44, driven largely by $1.6 billion in impairment charges related to goodwill and intangible assets. The company is currently executing a strategic footprint optimization plan, including the closure of manufacturing sites in Europe to mitigate softening demand in the automotive and construction sectors.
The expansion of the distribution agreement between Westlake Epoxy and Brenntag introduces specialized epoxy resins and curing agents to the Indian construction and industrial sectors. This strategic move impacts supply chain liability and regulatory compliance frameworks for manufacturers utilizing these high-performance polymers and adhesives.
Ellsworth Adhesives and Surrey NanoSystems Expand Global Access to Vantablack® 310 Through Qualified Distribution Partnership
Meridian Adhesives Group strengthens its presence in Asia with the launch of the Penang Application Development Center, advancing adhesive technology for electronics, automotive, and aerospace industries.
Green Seal expands its certification criteria to eliminate PFAS in paints, coatings, adhesives, and building restoration products, reinforcing its leadership in sustainable materials and chemical safety.
ASC awarded scholarships through the ASC Scholarship Program to five outstanding students pursuing science and/or business-related degrees.
Henkel and 6 companies partner to develop a patch that allows continuous, remote, and wireless monitoring of respiration, heart rate, and soon temperature of patients.
PPG announced investment in a 2100-square-foot automotive adhesives and sealants lab on the company’s manufacturing and research center.
Henkel Corporation plans to expand operations in Salisbury, NC to the tune of $45 million dollars in new equipment and a series of improvements.
Henkel Adhesive Technologies business unit announced in a press release that it has launched a new production facility for aerospace applications.
The Hot Melt Adhesive Tapes market may be heating up according to data from MarketsandMarkets.
Researchers at UC San Diego studied how feathers latch together and found clues for new adhesives and aerospace materials development.