Nouryon Launches Expancel BIO Microspheres

Nouryon has announced that it will launch the product concept Expancel BIO Microspheres at Foam Expo Europe 2024 in Stuttgart, Germany. This breakthrough product concept of expandable microspheres marks a major advancement in Nouryon’s innovative portfolio, offering partially bio-based high-performance lightweight fillers and blowing agents that meet the evolving needs of the market.

Designed to be partially bio-based and highly efficient, Expancel BIO Microspheres serve as a versatile solution for a wide range of applications, including coatings, adhesives, building materials, automotive components, shoe soles and porous ceramics. This innovation reduces material weight and improves performance while supporting the global shift towards environmentally friendly and responsible production practices.

Sylvia Winkel-Pettersson, Vice President of Engineered Polymers at Nouryon, said: “Sustainability continues to be a key priority for our customers, driven by consumer preferences, environmental regulations and green technology innovations. We see tremendous growth opportunities for this product concept and invite our customers and partners to join us in improving and enhancing Expancel BIO Microspheres to best meet the needs of the future market.”