November 14, 2023
(press release)
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Now available globally, Rilsan® BSR30 Black R30 TLD is a PA11 grade reinforced with 30% recycled carbon fibers particularly suited for high-end equipment such as ski bindings or footwear components. In 2023, Arkema has further decreased the carbon footprint of its bio-based Rilsan® polyamide 11 grades reaching less than 2 kg CO2e/kg (according to ISO14040, 14044 and 14067 standards). It represents an improvement of around 70% relative to traditional polyamide materials using fossil-based raw materials and conventional energy sources. The lower carbon footprint applies to the entire global production of Rilsan® PA11 grades, not just a particular set of grades or a certain location. Committed to an ambitious approach as a responsible manufacturer to limit its environmental impact, Arkema participates in voluntary initiatives to drive positive societal impact along the value chain and for the rational use of resources in its production activities, creating recycling loops to regenerate its materials. We provide partially or fully recycled polymer grades certified through independent certifications and guarantee that our recycled high-performance materials have properties similar to virgin materials. More than 10 references will be launched within Rilsan® PA11, Rilsamid® PA12 and Pebax® TPE ranges by the end of the year.
Arkema relies on a unique expertise of over 75 years in chemistry derived from castor oil, a raw material of natural origin, to develop ranges of Advanced Bio-Circular ("ABC") materials used in the sports industry from footwear components to winter sports or outdoor equipment.
Arkema and its specialty adhesives solutions division Bostik will showcase their wide range of innovative solutions, including :
Equipment design
Accessories
MATERIAL HIGHLIGHT : Rilsan® PA11 with recycled carbon fibers
Apparel & Textiles
FOCUS ON: Rilsan® Polyamide 11's carbon footprint reduction
Our common goal: circularity
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