The company’s approach to product design is deeply rooted in the principles of the circular economy and BIC’s 4R philosophy: reducing the amount of raw materials, including as much recycled or alternative materials as possible, making more refillable products, and improving the recyclability of both products and packaging. The new razor handle we developed together with Avient is another exciting milestone on our sustainability journey to explore new or alternative options to transform our products, manufacturing processes and packaging,” said Thomas Brette, Group Insights and Innovation Officer at BIC.

If heat dissipation is the primary driver, thermally conductive polymers could be an excellent alternative. The typical densities of these specialty plastics vary from 1.65 to 1.75 g/cm3, which is 30 to 40 percent less than aluminum, bringing a high-performance alternative to the table at a fraction of the weight.

If heat dissipation is the primary driver, thermally conductive polymers could be an excellent alternative. The typical densities of these specialty plastics vary from 1.65 to 1.75 g/cm3, which is 30 to 40 percent less than aluminum, bringing a high-performance alternative to the table at a fraction of the weight.

Produced in North America, Europe, and Asia, they offer multinational customers global access to a more sustainable alternative to virgin TPE grades (link to full press release above).  They support compliance with regulatory standards without compromising performance and provide an alternative to brominated polymers for applications such as housings for appliances.  

If heat dissipation is the primary driver, thermally conductive polymers could be an excellent alternative. The typical densities of these specialty plastics vary from 1.65 to 1.75 g/cm3, which is 30 to 40 percent less than aluminum, bringing a high-performance alternative to the table at a fraction of the weight.

Providing excellent chemical resistance, low moisture uptake, dimensional stability, and high impact and wear resistance for a high-performing and more eco-conscious alternative to nylons. Article Exploring the Benefits of Bio-Based Alternatives Finding value when addressing an increased demand for bio-derived solutions.

reSound™ REC TPE: developed for automotive interiors, formulated with 55% PCR content to offer a more sustainable alternative to standard TPE grades without compromising performance criteria such as UV stability, low VOC content, low odor, and low fogging in applications such as HVAC nozzles, interior mats and cup holders Versaflex™ TF Adhesive TPE for Textile Fabrics: a cost-effective alternative to TPU adhesive films and traditional glues, free of plasticizers, with low VOC content, OEKO-TEX 100-2 compliance, and excellent washability up to 60°C, combining strong and seamless adhesion to polyester and nylon fabrics with outstanding elastic recovery for high wearing comfort in target applications such as functional sports attire, fitness apparel, and underwear

This skeletal structure enables the efficient transfer of loads and gives long fiber thermoplastics a distinct advantage over short fiber alternatives.  

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They offer a more sustainable alternative to traditional polyolefin grades while achieving equivalent performance.