Beginning January 1, 2017, the new law will require single-use carrier bags thinner than 50 microns – often called fruit and vegetable bags – to meet the French standard (T51-800 standard) for home composting.

Real Reality: As a growing number of consumers begin to opt out of technology, human interaction rises on the priority list.

Customers have immediate access to a wide range of formulations with the latest pricing, performance and regulatory information all visible at the beginning of the product development process.

Creating specialty materials that reduce carbon emissions at the beginning of the product life cycle is one way we can support customers in fulfilling sustainability commitments and maintain critical performance demands.”  

Films used to protect crops from extreme weather can create heavy condensation as temperatures fluctuate, and fresh produce begins to decay when it makes contact with this condensed water.

The use of recycled content also reduces carbon emissions, waste, and pollution at the beginning of the product life cycle for added environmental benefits.”

Beginning with its predecessor companies of Gayson and ColorMatrix, we’ve collaborated closely with PolyOne, and this accolade recognizes their technical expertise and dedication over a 15-year period.”

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This step should influence resulting design decisions - you essentially begin with the environment in mind.

MEXICO CITY – November 7, 2023 – Avient Corporation, a premier provider of specialized and sustainable material solutions and services, is showcasing its sustainable portfolio of polymer colorants and additives, specialty engineered materials, and services at Plastimagen, the largest plastics exhibition in Latin America, beginning today.