Undecanedioic Acid (UDDA) is a naturally-occurring carboxylic acid. It is a dry powder commonly used in the production of corrosion inhibitors. UDDA is a conjugate acid of an undecanedioic acid anion. It is classified with medium-chain fatty acids. Industrial Uses Undecanedioic Acid (UDDA) is extensively used as a corrosion inhibitor, most often in water treatment,... Read more »
Corrosion Inhibitors Corrosion inhibitors are substances applied to an environment that significantly reduces the corrosion rate of materials, particularly metals, exposed to that environment. Corrosion inhibitors can greatly extend the lifespan of equipment and reduce repair costs due to corrosive damage. They can also reduce cleaning costs, improve performance, and optimize operational efficiencies. ... Read more »
The performance additive market has seen tremendous growth in recent years and is expected to continue to gain strength. One of the driving factors has been a move away from single-function additives and a push towards multi-functional products. Manufacturers are reformulating, looking for the replacement raw materials that will provide cost savings and improve performance... Read more »
Personal Care products are a massive global industry, with a market size of more than $500 billion in 2022. Emollients are a common ingredient in personal care, serving many functions in product formulations. Some of those functions and benefits are: Primary formulation carrier Provide shine to skin, lips, and hair Thickening agent Humectant to... Read more »
Combustible dust safety is vital for many businesses and manufacturers. In 2021, combustible dust was responsible for 163 fires, 53 explosions, 215 injuries and sixty-nine deaths, according to Dust Safety Science’s Combustible Dust Incident Report. Combustible dust is fine particles of products that build up over time and when suspended in the air can ignite.... Read more »
Heading into winter amid a supply-chain crisis comes with some new considerations, and buyers should be concerned about more than just whether or not there will be gifts under the tree this year. With more than 100 ships waiting to offload at LA ports, it’s important to remember that those container ships carry more than... Read more »
Denatonium Benzoate is a common bittering agent used in a variety of products such as antifreeze, windshield washer fluid , perfume, nail polish, paints, disinfectants, cleaning fluids, rubbing alcohol, paints, varnishes, solvents, and pesticides. In fact, it is considered the most bitter tasting chemical compound known. Since 1995 many states have passed legislation requiring the... Read more »
Traditionally, the plastics industry and the lubrication & grease industry haven’t had the best rap in terms of sustainability and “going green”. Both industries, largely driven by petroleum-based feedstocks, are often viewed negatively in terms of environmental impact, but we would like to take a moment to highlight how innovations in the industry are changing... Read more »
