A new study reveals an alarming number of mechanisms throughout the life-cycle of plastic that could enhance or spread ...

Microplastics are everywhere. Crossing ecosystems and human tissues, research continues into their detection, behavior, and ...

Polymer foam is a lightweight, porous material created by incorporating gas into a polymer matrix. The result is a highly versatile material offering reduced density, excellent insulation properties, ...

They include copper, copper compounds, lead and lead compounds, arsenic compounds, zinc, mercury, sulfuric acid, cadmium, and chromium.

Depending on the application, the chlorinated polyethylene polymer’s chlorine concentration ranges from 35 to 75 percent. As a result, the demand for polymers to mix with PVC for robust, flexible, and ...

As reported by Towards Packaging experts, the global recycled polypropylene in packaging market is anticipated to rise from ...

A long-delayed effort to replace up to 85,000 lead water pipes in New Orleans has been pushed back yet again. Here's why.

According to a recent analysis by Towards Packaging, the global medical packaging films market is projected to expand from ...

Chicago must replace its lead water pipes over two decades — at a clip of 20,000 a year starting in 2027 under recent federal ...

Sick schoolchildren and allegations of a cover-up have pushed China's public safety concerns back into the public eye ...

A New York–based company is recalling 15-ounce cans of Parashore Pear Slices in juice due to potential contamination with ...