Hercules win award for green chemistry

Hercules receives Presidential Green Chemistry Challenge Award.

In cooperation with Professor Kaichang Li of Oregon State University and Columbia Forest Products, Hercules received a 2007 Presidential Green Chemistry Challenge Award for the Greener Synthetic Pathways category. Specifically, for its part in the, “Development and Commercial Application of Environmentally Friendly Adhesives for Wood Composites.” A formaldehyde-free adhesive made from soy flour and Hercules’ unique polymer chemistries was developed and commercialised.

Established in 1995 and administered by the US Environmental Protection Agency, the awards recognise chemical technologies that use the principles of green chemistry in their design, manufacture, and use. The American Chemical Society convenes the independent panel of technical experts who judge the award applications.