AkzoNobel NV has finalised the first application agreement for bio-based polymers to result from its collaboration with Itaconix PLC.

Announced earlier this year, the joint development agreement involves AkzoNobel’s performance additives unit developing applications for Itaconix polymers to be used in the coatings and construction industries. Under the agreement, Itaconix will contribute its proprietary polymers from itaconic acid, which are obtained from sugars through fermentation.

“We are pleased to be announcing the first in a series of agreements to develop these polymers for commercial use. Being able to incorporate polymers made from renewable bio-based raw materials will give a significant sustainability advantage for our customers and also fits closely with our own Planet Possible sustainability agenda of doing more with less,” said Peter Nieuwenhuizen, RD&I director for AkzoNobel’s speciality chemicals business.

“In addition to applications in coatings and construction materials, bio-based polymers have the potential to be used in a range of other everyday essentials, ranging from improving water quality to cleaning and hygiene products,” added Nieuwenhuizen.

Read more: AkzoNobel, Itaconix bio-based agreement enters commercial phase

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