Dow has unveiled a significant development by introducing 'SURLYN™ REN' and 'SURLYN™ CIR,' two groundbreaking ionomer grades primarily utilizing sustainable and circular feedstocks. SURLYN™ CIR is a category of ionomers derived from mixed plastic waste, and these ionomers contribute to the production of new materials. SURLYN™ REN is a group of ionomers produced from bio-waste obtained from various industries.These new grades communicate Dow's dedication to pushing the boundaries of sustainable materials while ensuring that product quality and performance remain uncompromised.
"[...] These products will not only support LVMH towards their sustainability goals but will also contribute to Dow’s bold ambition to transform waste and deliver 3 million metric tons per year of circular and renewable solutions by 2030,” said Daniella Souza Miranda, global business director for Circular & Renewable Solutions at Dow.
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Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Sustainable Packaging
- The introduction of 'SURLYN™ REN' and 'SURLYN™ CIR' ionomer grades showcases Dow's commitment to sustainable materials derived from mixed plastic waste and bio-waste.
- Circular Feedstocks
- Dow's new ionomer grades, 'SURLYN™ CIR' and 'SURLYN™ REN,' contribute to the production of new materials and demonstrate the potential for circular feedstocks in the cosmetics packaging industry.
- Transformation of Waste
- Dow's innovative ionomer grades, derived from mixed plastic waste and bio-waste, demonstrate the potential for transforming waste into valuable materials in the cosmetics packaging sector.
Where This Applies
- Cosmetics Packaging
- The introduction of 'SURLYN™ REN' and 'SURLYN™ CIR' ionomer grades presents disruptive innovation opportunities for sustainable materials in the cosmetics packaging industry.
- Plastics Recycling
- Dow's groundbreaking ionomer grades, derived from mixed plastic waste, highlight the potential for disruptive innovation in the plastics recycling industry.
- Bio-waste Utilization
- Dow's new ionomer grades, produced from bio-waste, present disruptive innovation opportunities for the utilization of renewable materials from various industries.
