As an alternative to fossil-based materials, such as coal or petroleum, bio-based raw materials are derived from biological, renewable sources, typically living or recently living plants, animals, or microorganisms. These materials are used in various industries, including chemicals, packaging, textiles, and adhesives, to create more sustainable products. The use of bio-based materials can quantitatively (radiocarbon method - ASTM 6866:20) reduce greenhouse gas emissions and greatly reduce the CO2 footprint of a process or product.
H.B. Fuller’s R&D and Sourcing teams work closely together with our raw material suppliers to identify, test, and approve sustainably sourced bio-based raw materials, such as vinyl acetate monomer (VAM) and methylene diphenyl diisocyanate (MDI), for existing and future woodworking and composites adhesives. This enables us to identify solutions that meet the needs of our customers around the world.
Bio-based H.B. Fuller products:
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