Formaldehyde, at room temperature, is a colorless, flammable gas with a very strong odor. Combustion and similar natural processes create formaldehyde as a byproduct, explaining its presence in emissions from un-vented, fuel-burning appliances like gas stoves. However, cigarette smoke remains the most common source you’ve probably encountered. While this may not make formaldehyde sound appealing,…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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