A look at the UK’s Green and Renewable Chemical Industry
Chemicals are the backbone of modern life— think toothpaste, fuel, and home insulation. But nearly all these products come from fossil fuels, with production that’s heavy on emissions. Despite this, the chemicals sector has been largely ignored in national climate talks. Now, with decarbonisation investments heading overseas, the industry is quietly eroding, along with thousands […]
The EPA’s new Laws on Forever Chemicals
The US Environmental Protection Agency has set legally enforceable drinking water limits for a group of the most dangerous PFAS compounds, marking what public health advocates hailed as “historic” rules that will dramatically improve the safety of the nation’s water. PFAS, known as “forever chemicals”, are ubiquitous in the environment and thought to be contaminating […]
Scottish Biorefinery Sends Out First Tanker of Green Chemicals
The first tanker carrying sustainably produced bioacetone and biobutanol has departed Celtic Renewables’ flagship biorefinery in Grangemouth, marking a significant milestone in the global transition to green chemicals. This achievement has been made possible by over £60 million (€71 million) in funding, which facilitated the construction and operation of Scotland’s first commercial-scale biorefinery. The shipment […]
Should Products with Forever Chemicals Have Warning Labels?
There are chemicals in cookware, food, water, clothes and furniture that could cause problems for people’s health. These PFAS, or perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances — sometimes called “forever chemicals” because they don’t fully break down in the environment — have been used in consumer products since the 1950s. PFAS are a class of about 15,000 […]
What are Fermentation Chemicals and How Are They Green?
The term “fermentation chemicals” refers to chemicals produced through a fermentation process of biomass using microorganisms like bacteria, yeasts, fungi, and microalgae. . They are a subset of biobased chemicals. As momentum builds, fermentation chemicals are experiencing steady market growth, indicative of a wider trend among manufacturers. One recent example from June of this year […]
How Would You Label Covid-19 as a Dangerous Good?
Dangerous goods are articles or substances which are capable of posing a risk to health, safety, property or the environment. By that definition, this year certainly qualifies. If you could somehow ship the year 2020 in a box, you’d have to slap a hazmat label on it. But which label? In which hazard class would […]
Chemical Labels that are Strong and Durable
LabelService specialises in the manufacturing and supply of high quality and cost-effective chemical labels and is a leading supplier in the UK. From full colour chemical product labels, to hazardous diamonds, to CHIP and GHS blanks, we provide a single source solution for all chemical labelling. Chemical labels must be strong and durable to stand […]
What is a UFI and Are You Compliant?
The Unique Formula Identifier (UFI) is a 16-character alphanumeric code that will be required on the label of products that contain a hazardous mixture. In addition to having the UFI on your labels, you will also be required to provide information on your mixture, and associated products, to poison centres. Information will include such details […]
Chemical Label Regulations
We understand and value the importance of adhering to health and safety regulations when you run a business or work in an institution. With hazardous machinery, chemicals, substances and environmental positionings, there a number of risks you may be exposed to. With the right labelling, you can immediately and clearly communicate to those on the […]
