Imagine a non-stick pan or a waterproof jacket, but without the forever chemicals that pollute the planet. This work creates a 'green' shield using plant-based materials and glass-like hybrids to keep liquids and grease away. It's like replacing a toxic plastic wrap with a natural, compostable alternative that still does the job.
Industries relying on PFAS for water and oil repellency face severe regulatory pressure and environmental liabilities due to the persistence of these 'forever chemicals'. There is an urgent need for high-performance, non-toxic alternatives that do not compromise product durability.
Three PFAS-free coatings: thermoplastic powder coatings for paper, a water-based hybrid coating, and a solvent-based hybrid coating with high inorganic content.
If you are a packaging manufacturer dealing with grease leakage in paper trays — this project developed bio-based thermoplastic powder coatings (80-98% bio-based) that provide hydrophobic properties and excellent grease resistance. These coatings allow dry storage at under 25°C for up to two years.
If you are a textile producer dealing with the phase-out of PFAS chemicals — this project developed PFAS-free hybrid coatings that provide water and oil repellency. This allows you to maintain product performance while meeting strict EU sustainability regulations.
If you are a glass supplier dealing with the need for durable, repellent surfaces on cosmetic bottles — this project developed a PFAS-free hybrid solvent-based coating with high inorganic content. This ensures a high-quality finish that repels oils and water without using persistent pollutants.
Based on available project data, specific pricing or cost-per-unit is not provided; however, the project includes life cycle assessments to determine economic impacts.
The project aims for pre-industrial scale validation and specifically mentions scale-up focusing on extrusion and dry powder techniques for food packaging.
Based on available project data, specific licensing terms are not listed, but the project includes a valorisation strategy to pave the way for material certification.
Yes, it is designed to align with the EU’s Chemical Strategy for Sustainability to create a toxic-free environment by removing PFAS.
The project period runs from 2023-01-01 to 2026-12-31, suggesting commercial readiness targets following the end of 2026.
The consortium is highly market-oriented with a 50% industry ratio, comprising 8 industrial partners (including 8 SMEs) and 6 research entities. This balance suggests a strong push toward commercial application, with a diverse geographic footprint across 8 countries (AT, BE, DE, ES, FR, IT, SI, UK) to ensure cross-border market validation.
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