Braskem, A Schulman to Use Green Polyethylene in Rotomolding Process

Braskem has entered into a partnership with A Schulman Inc to produce and market a new green polyethylene application: a solution for the rotomolding process.

A Schulman will bring this solution to the market by featuring the "I'm greenTM" seal, which indicates its helping to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

After identifying a market demand for more sustainable solutions in rotomolded products, Braskem started to develop a solution to enable the rotational moulding of general-purpose parts, with applications ranging from toys and furniture to agricultural tools that can contain more than 50 percent of green plastic in their composition. 

"The partnership will benefit a market that requires innovative products. The new compound is another step of the petrochemical industry towards reinforcing the commitment of companies to new solutions that help reduce greenhouse gas emissions," said Gustavo Sergi, director of renewable chemicals, Braskem.

"A Schulman is honoured to have a long-standing collaborative relationship with Braskem and we are equally pleased to play a part in helping drive green innovation the speciality chemical industry and specifically for the rotomolding market," said Gustavo Perez, senior vice president and general manager - Latin America, A Schulman.