NatureWorks launches new Performance Chemicals business

29/06/2017
Biopolymer maker NatureWorks has formed a new Performance Chemicals division, which will supply lactides, polyols, binder resins and chemical intermediates to companies that manufacture coatings, adhesives, sealants and elastomers. 

"The NatureWorks Performance Chemicals division delivers renewably sourced chemical intermediates with tailored functionality at competitive prices that help customers move through the R&D process faster with minimal supply chain risk," said Richard Weber, general manager of the new division. 

He added that the new business would focus on “collaborative innovation” with NatureWorks’ customers in research and development, product development and operations.