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BASF to decarbonise European amines
BASF is converting its entire European amines production portfolio to 100% renewable electricity. The transition
started last month and will apply to all amines produced at the European production sites in Ludwigshafen, Germany, and Antwerp, Belgium. Amines are commonly used
in various cosmetic products, including face powders, shaving creams, hair colouring products, and hair sprays. They serve different purposes, such as emulsifiers, foaming agents, pH adjusters, and fragrance ingredients. The conversion to renewables
is expected to result in an annual reduction of about 188,000 tons of CO2
equivalents as of
2025 compared with the base year 2020. This corresponds
to an average product carbon footprint (PCF)
reduction of about 8% across the entire amines portfolio. Customers will benefit from the
PCF reduction and can account for it in their Scope 3 targets. The switch to the new standard
portfolio using renewable electricity will be seamless, without requiring product recertification or changes to the order process. BASF said the transition marks an important milestone in its
Intermediates division’s efforts to contribute to a sustainability goal to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 25% by 2030 compared with 2018. Vasilios Galanos, Senior Vice
President Europe at BASF’s Intermediates division, added: “By converting our European amines portfolio to 100% renewable electricity, we contribute to our ambition to be the preferred partner for sustainable intermediates for our customers. “Our amines, now produced
with renewable electricity as our new standard, will help us to further reduce CO2
emissions,
lower the carbon footprint of our products and position ourselves in the market.”
Perstorp, BRB cut ribbon on Shanghai hub
Perstorp and BRB, wholly-owned subsidiaries of Petronas Chemicals Group (PCG), have inaugurated an innovation hub in Shanghai, China. The advanced laboratory will
support growth in the region by increasing technical support for customers with an Asian market focus.
The Shanghai site will allow
faster response time to its customers and combine technical expertise with a strong focus on product and application development as well as technical services, strengthening regional customer relationships with dedicated regional support. It is one of several planned
initiatives in the region to enhance
innovation capabilities along the value chain and to strengthen PCG’s position as a leader within speciality chemicals. The innovation hub will serve
various market segments, including personal care, as well as the existing silicones and intermediates business. Dr Debbie Chiu, COO of
PCG Specialty Chemicals, said: “This investment reinforces our commitment to innovation and co-creation with our customers, as well as strengthening our global presence. It reflects our growth agenda, our strong ambition and commitment to progress.” Dr. Axel Tuchlenski, head
of innovation at PCG Specialty
Chemicals, added: “With faster response times and reduced time to market, we are equipped to anticipate industry trends and deliver tailored solutions that meet our customers’ needs. “This platform will enable more
face-to-face interactions with customers in the Greater China and Asian market, to develop innovative solutions that align with market demands.”
Airedale Group appoints head of technical
Chemical manufacturer and distributor Airedale Group has appointed Tony Griffin, an expert in the field of personal care products, as head of technical to enhance its specialist knowledge. Griffin joins with over 25 years
of industry experience having previously worked at Unilever on household brands including Sure deodorants and Jeyes cleaning fluids. “After more than two decades
in R&D I was keen to lead my own laboratory and this opportunity at Airedale Group allows me the freedom to develop my own skills and the specialist offering of the business,” he said. “The role is slightly different
to that of a traditional head of technical with greater input into the running of the production and operations departments, identifying ways we can work together to increase efficiency and ensure the commercial value of what we do,” added Grifin. Richard Ward, managing
director of Airedale Group, which was founded in 1973 and is based in Cross Hills in Yorkshire, added: “As we focus more on the niche expertise and products that our speciality divisions – Life Science and Surfactants, Food and Beverage and Metal Surface Treatment – can offer, the experience that people like Tony bring to the company is invaluable.”
Booth registration opens for California SCC Suppliers’ Day
The California Chapter of the Society of Cosmetic Chemists (Cali SCC) has opened booth registration for its biennial Suppliers’ Day on 29- 30 October in Long Beach. Exhibitor registration is currently
open with standard 10x10ft booths priced at $3,000 each or corner booths at $3,100 each. Attendee registration is free,
although individuals under 18 are PERSONAL CARE June 2025
not permitted to attend the show floor. Long Beach Convention Centre will host the US West Coast’s premier cosmetic and personal care ingredient event, offering dynamic platforms for innovation, networking, and collaboration. Attendees can explore a vast
exhibition featuring hundreds of global suppliers presenting the
latest in ingredients, formulations, packaging, testing solutions, and contract manufacturing. “In a setting designed to
foster opportunities for strategic partnerships and knowledge exchange, our event attracts a wide audience including R&D chemists, formulators, regulatory & sustainability experts, procurement, sci-com influencers, and brand
executives,” said a spokeswoman. Complementing the exhibition,
Suppliers’ Day offers educational opportunities through technical posters, continuing education programs, and lecture series to ensure participants stay ahead of industry advancements. A highlight of the event is the
exclusive After Party on the evening of 29 October.
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