Wanhua Chemical Showcases Sustainable Innovation at the 2025 European Coatings Show
The 2025 European Coatings Show (ECS) opened its doors on March 25th in Nuremberg, Germany, drawing attention from industry leaders and innovators alike. Among the key exhibitors, Wanhua Chemical stood out with its focus on delivering environmentally friendly solutions, high-performance raw materials, and packaging innovations for a range of industries. From coatings and packaging to building materials, Wanhua Chemical’s cutting-edge products emphasize environmental responsibility while providing efficiency and high performance. The company’s participation at ECS underscores its commitment to driving sustainability across global markets.
Raw Materials: Leading the Charge with Sustainable and High-Performance Products
Wanhua Chemical’s offerings in the raw materials sector cater to an increasing demand for environmentally conscious and efficient solutions. The company highlighted a range of isocyanate curing agents that combine performance and sustainability, meeting the market’s growing desire for lower environmental impact and higher efficiency.
Low-Viscosity Curing Agents for Enhanced Application Efficiency
One of the main highlights in Wanhua’s portfolio is its series of low-viscosity isocyanate curing agents, including WANNATE® HT-300 plus, WANNATE® HT-3100 plus, and WANNATE® HB-200. These products are designed to significantly reduce volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions while improving application efficiency. Their reduced viscosity facilitates easier handling and application, which is vital for coatings in various industries such as automotive and industrial applications. These innovations ensure that coatings are not only high-performing but also environmentally friendly.
Fast-Drying Curing Agents for Energy Efficiency
Wanhua Chemical also introduced WANNATE® IT-170B/S, a fast-drying isocyanate curing agent. Known for its excellent chemical resistance and rapid drying properties, this product is ideal for automotive, refinish, and industrial coatings. The ability to shorten drying times not only boosts productivity but also reduces energy consumption, offering a dual benefit of enhanced performance and environmental efficiency. By helping customers save on energy costs while improving overall workflow, Wanhua’s products contribute to more sustainable manufacturing practices.
Weather and Chemical Resistance with Blocked Curing Agents
Another notable offering was Wanhua’s WANNATE® HTBL/ITBL range of blocked curing agents. These products excel in providing superior weather and chemical resistance, making them ideal for coil coatings and metal baking paints. In particular, WANNATE® ITBL has received FDA certification for use in food-contact applications, adding an extra layer of versatility and safety for manufacturers in the food packaging sector.
Packaging: Innovative Water-Based Ink Resins
Wanhua Chemical has also made strides in packaging solutions with its breakthrough water-based ink resins. As sustainability becomes a central focus across industries, Wanhua’s innovative approach to water-based resins is helping transform the packaging sector.
Water-Based Ink Resins for Diverse Printing Applications
Among the latest products in this category is Wantipro® 0831, a water-based ink resin that is designed for use in various printing applications, including cardboard, paper, and film. The product ensures high opacity, excellent color performance, and fast drying, making it ideal for large-scale production environments. Its long-term storage stability further ensures that it maintains consistent print quality over extended periods. The innovation helps manufacturers achieve both sustainability goals and high-quality production results, aligning with the growing demand for eco-friendly packaging.
Diverse Solutions for Paper and Film-Based Inks
In addition to Wantipro® 0831, Wanhua Chemical provides a wide array of solutions for paper-based and film-based inks. These include adhesion-promoting primers for films, which improve color development and adhesion. These innovative solutions support the growing market demand for eco-friendly and efficient alternatives to traditional packaging materials, helping customers produce high-quality prints while maintaining sustainability.
Home and Building: Tailored Solutions for a Variety of Applications
Wanhua Chemical’s presence at ECS also highlighted its innovative contributions to the home and building materials sector. By offering versatile solutions for both interior and exterior applications, the company ensures that customers can access high-performance products suited to various environments.
Water-Based 2K Solutions for Furniture
For the furniture industry, Wanhua Chemical unveiled a water-based 2K solution designed for general furniture applications. This solution stands out for its superior appearance, high hardness, and excellent chemical and wear resistance. In addition to enhancing the durability of wooden furniture, it ensures a high-quality finish that meets aesthetic and functional needs. This product aims to enhance the user experience while minimizing the environmental impact of furniture coatings.
High-Gloss Lacquer for Outdoor Wood
Wanhua also introduced Lacper® 4572, a high-gloss, high-transparency lacquer designed for outdoor wood applications. This product provides excellent resistance to water, weather, and blocking, ensuring that outdoor furniture and structures retain their aesthetic appeal and durability over time. The lacquer’s superior properties make it an ideal choice for manufacturers and homeowners looking to protect and beautify exterior wooden surfaces.
High-Performance UV Resins for PVC Flooring
In the flooring sector, Wanhua Chemical showcased its high-performance UV resins for PVC flooring. These resins enhance the wear and stain resistance of PVC flooring, making them ideal for high-traffic areas and ensuring long-lasting durability. With an increasing demand for flooring solutions that are both functional and sustainable, Wanhua’s UV resins contribute to meeting both these needs, offering enhanced performance without compromising on environmental impact.
Biobased Materials: Supporting Sustainability Goals
Wanhua Chemical’s commitment to sustainability was evident in its range of biobased materials. These products are designed not only to reduce the environmental impact of manufacturing but also to help companies meet carbon reduction goals.
Biobased PDI: Reducing CO₂ Emissions
Among the key innovations was biobased PDI derived from biomass lysine. This material contains over 71% biobased carbon content, contributing to a 20% reduction in CO₂ emissions compared to traditional isocyanates. Despite its reduced environmental footprint, biobased PDI retains exceptional yellowing resistance and flexibility, making it suitable for a variety of applications in the coatings industry.
Lacper® 4605: A Breakthrough in Biobased Wood Furniture Coating
Another notable product was Lacper® 4605, a high-biobased content wood furniture coating emulsion. This product breaks through the previous technical barriers, achieving over 40% biobased content while maintaining a balance between appearance, anti-stacking, and performance characteristics. It represents a significant step forward in the development of sustainable materials for the furniture industry, providing customers with a greener alternative without sacrificing product quality.
Coating the Future Together: Wanhua’s Vision for Sustainability
Wanhua Chemical’s participation in the 2025 European Coatings Show reinforced its commitment to the green transformation of the chemical industry. Through its sustainable innovations, the company is actively contributing to the reduction of carbon emissions while helping customers improve their own environmental performance. By offering environmentally friendly raw materials, packaging solutions, and building materials, Wanhua Chemical is paving the way for a more sustainable future in the coatings industry.
With a strong focus on sustainability, Wanhua Chemical is not only addressing the challenges of today but also helping to shape a greener, more efficient tomorrow. Through continuous innovation, the company aims to support its global customer base in achieving their sustainability goals, ultimately contributing to a better life for all.
