Between a growing demand for convenient foods meant to suit a busy lifestyle and the expectations of international food quality standards, food packaging has been making strides in advancements in order to meet both safety guidelines and preserve the food to look as attractive as possible. To achieve this, different types of coatings for food…
A commonly used term in different industries is “specialty”—to the point of nearly robbing the word of its original meaning. To make sure you are using the right chemicals for your projects and needs, it’s important that you know the differences between specialty chemicals vs commodity chemicals. What Is the Difference? First, let’s clear up…
Toluenesulfonic acid, also known as tosylic acid, is a nonoxidizing organic acid that’s soluble in water, alcohols, ethers, and other polar solvents. This solubility makes it a very useful acid for a wide range of products that we use in our daily lives, such as pharmaceuticals and pesticides. So, let’s talk about the industries these…
Melamine resin is a very common additive applied to many of our everyday objects such as kitchenware, tile flooring, and laminates—but why is it used so much? What are the benefits of melamine resin? To help you understand why it’s used, we’ll discuss what melamine resin is used for. Melamine Properties To help you better…
When your company requires chemicals, the best option is almost always to outsource to a manufacturer that specializes in them. It will save you time and money if you can avoid having to put together your own lab that meets all regulatory compliance requirements. So, the big question isn’t whether you should outsource, but how…