Tech Notes

New member to Carbon material family
Synthetic carbon allotropes are known for their outstanding properties and potential applications. Scientists have devoted decades to synthesizing new types of carbon materials. However, a two-dimensional fullerene, which possesses unique …


New Polymer Mesophase structure discovered
In a paper published in Nature Communications, researchers describe a new structure found in an aqueous solution of an amphiphilic copolymer, called a bilayer-folded lamellar mesophase, that has been discovered …


DOMO Chemicals launches NYLEO®, the new brand for its innovative Performance Fibers product line
NYLEO® is the new brand for DOMO’s Performance Fibers product line, bringing together a compelling combination of well-established performance fibers and groundbreaking new solutions. Based on nylon 66, NYLEO® is …


Verdant Innovations enters the market with new line of green specialty chemicals
In response to wide ranging changes in the specialty chemical innovation space and the requirements for green and sustainable consumer products, Verdant Innovations introduced their first line of specialty green …


Kaiser, Dystar develop waterless method for authentic denim fades
Turkish laundry solutions provider Kaiser and German chemical supplier DyStar collaborated on an innovation that achieves the sought-after lived-in look with a smaller environmental footprint. “Advanced Used Look” offers the denim industry a solution …