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How Can Manufacturers Be More Sustainable?
Sustainability is an ever-increasing concern for modern consumers and manufacturers alike and should be a core objective for your operation. Sustainable manufacturing involves creating products while conserving energy and natural resources. It helps alleviate the negative environmental impacts associated with production. Environmentally conscious manufacturers have found many sustainable alternatives for standard industry practices. Using sustainable […]
Read Full ArticleImportance of Oleochemicals and Trends in the Industry
Jump to: The production of sustainable, bio-based chemicals has increased as consumers become better educated about the environmental and cost benefits oleochemicals can provide. Understanding what oleochemicals are and what they are used for is essential in today’s ever-changing market. To meet the demands of their consumers, manufacturers are looking to oleochemicals as renewable, sustainable […]
Read Full ArticleYour Guide to Nutraceuticals
Jump to: “Nutraceutical” is the combination of two words –– “nutrient” and “pharmaceutical.” A nutrient is a nourishing component found in food and a pharmaceutical is a medical drug. Nutraceuticals are used for prevention, as nutrition can have a significant impact on a person’s health. Nutraceuticals represent an exciting opportunity in the improvement of […]
Read Full ArticleCoatings, Adhesives, Sealants and Elastomers Market Overview
Jump to: Coatings, adhesives, sealants and elastomers (CASE) serve many essential purposes across a range of industries. CASE products provide protective coatings on airplanes, bind machine parts together, seal furniture from water damage and much more. CASE product manufacturing has traditionally relied on the use of petroleum-based materials. However, an increasing focus on sustainable manufacturing […]
Read Full ArticleThe Rising Demand for Esters and Sustainable Ingredients in the Personal Care Market
What Are Esters, and How Are They Used? Sensorial Trends in the Personal Care Market The Growing Importance of Natural Ingredients in Personal Care Products Sensory Benefits of Esters What Are the Top Esters in Demand in the Personal Care Market? Partner With Acme-Hardesty for Sustainably Sourced Ingredients The personal care market is […]
Read Full ArticleUses of Hydroxystearic Acid in the Cosmetics Industry
Overview of Hydroxystearic Acid Benefits of Hydroxystearic Acid in Cosmetics Hydroxystearic Acid: An Oleochemical Solution Future of the Hydroxystearic Acid and Cosmetics Markets Hydroxystearic Acid in the Personal Care and Cosmetics Industry The Green Cosmetics Movement Manufacturing Uses of Hydroxystearic Acid Work With a Trusted Oleochemical Producer As the green cosmetics industry continues to grow, […]
Read Full ArticleAn Overview of MCT Oil and Medium-Chain Triglycerides
Jump to: Medium-chain triglycerides have played a role in the food and beverage industry for several years, but their use has skyrocketed in the last decade as more consumers are seeking whole foods and healthy fats for nutrition and weight loss. An emphasis on low-carb diets and macronutrients has also driven the growth […]
Read Full ArticleThe Important Impact of the Shift Toward Sustainable Castor Oil
As both government and industries shift toward environmentally-friendly practices with an emphasis on finding renewable resources, the global castor oil market has seen positive growth in the last few decades. Castor oil is derived from the castor plant which primarily grows in tropical and subtropical regions. India produces 75 percent of the world’s castor seeds, followed […]
Read Full ArticleAvoiding Harmful Chemicals in Personal Care Products: Why Choose Oleochemicals for Cosmetics and Personal Care Product Manufacturing?
The market for naturally derived cosmetic products has increased steadily, with the greatest growth seen in the past decade or so. Much of this has to do with rising interest in sustainable chemicals in cosmetic products, a demand seen both from customers and manufacturers. On the client side, natural cosmetics are healthier for skin and […]
Read Full ArticleWhy Food & Beverage Manufacturers Must Be Concerned With Feeding the World Responsibly
With an increasing concern for sustainable sourcing and sustainable food production, food and beverage manufacturers must be aware of the drivers of change in the industry. Recent studies suggest that the food industry lags behind regarding environmental performance, primarily because of its significant impact on the environment and the fact that food supply accounts for […]
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