The global raw material shortages along with the UK REACH are currently the biggest challenges for British paints and coatings manufacturers, says Tom Bowtell, CEO of the British Paints and Coatings Federation (BCF).
In recent years, remarkable successes have been achieved in reducing solvent contents in paints and varnishes. Nevertheless, organic solvents continue to play an important role in the paint and coatings industry, including the aprotic so ...