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Green Matter: Biobased polyamide targets B&C at K

Article-Green Matter: Biobased polyamide targets B&C at K

At K2013, EcoPaXX, DSM's castor oil-based polyamide 410 will be shown as one answer to the increasing need for the use of sustainable raw materials in buildings. EcoPaXX is a high- performance, 70% biobased polyamide, which offers excellent resistance to chemicals and hydrolysis and hence is suitable for numerous demanding applications. Earlier applications have mainly been in the electrical and automotive markets; the use of EcoPaXX in insulating profiles for aluminum windows marks this material's first foray into the construction industry.

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