allnex presents solvent-borne alkyd & polyester rPET liquid resins
Last update on Apr 9, 2026
allnex launches innovative series of solvent-borne alkyd and polyester rPET liquid resins in the Asia Pacific region.
- These resins incorporate 5-20% recycled PET post-consumer, offering a high-performance alternative for Industrial wood, automotive OEM, automotive refinish, general metal coatings, trim paint and beyond.
- Reduces product carbon footprint by 3-10% and repurposes waste plastic bottles.
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Advancing sustainability in coatings industry
The launch marks a significant milestone in the company's commitment to advancing sustainability in the coatings industry, empowering customers to reduce their carbon footprint and directly contribute to addressing global plastic pollution.
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With over 500 billion plastic bottles consumed annually worldwide, 80% of which end up in landfills or oceans, allnex is transforming this discarded waste into a valuable resource. It’s a powerful embodiment of allnex’s promise of ‘Innovative Chemistry for All Next Generations’, turning potential pollutants into valuable resources that support a circular economy.
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The innovative rPET liquid resins directly address key market drivers, enabling customers to:
- Convert regulatory pressure into measurable carbon reductions and compliance leadership
- Transform post-consumer plastic waste into circular resources, cutting carbon emissions and fossil fuel dependency
- Cut Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) by 3% to 10%
- Each kilogram of resin uses the equivalent of up to 14 discarded PET bottles
- Delivers environmental benefits without compromising performance, ensured by strict rPET quality controls with competitive pricing
- Incrementally increases sustainable content via recycled PET
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Initial launch portfolio
The initial launch portfolio includes a range of solvent-borne polyesters and alkyds, such as the VIALKYD and DUROFTAL series (e.g., VIALKYD AS 5430P/70X, VIALKYD AS 286P/70WS, VIALKYD AM 191P/55WSX, DUROFTAL PE 173P/60SNA).
Market response has been highly encouraging, VIALKYD AS 5430P/70X has demonstrated strong performance in Malaysia and Thailand. Furthermore, samples of multiple rPET grades are being evaluated by leading paint manufacturers across Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, and the wider APAC region.
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Taweesak Kaosol, allnex marketing director, APAC commented, "We are proud to be a pioneer in commercially launching liquid coating resins incorporating rPET. This is not just a technological innovation but a reflection of our shared responsibility with customers and value chain partners to address environmental challenges. We look forward to collaborating with more partners to apply this sustainable solution across a wider range of applications."