Arkema Expands Its ISCC+ Certified Powder Coating Operations in North Kansas City

Arkema Expands Its ISCC+ Certified Operations

Arkema, a prominent leader in specialty materials, has proudly announced that its polyester powder coating resin facility located in North Kansas City, Missouri, has achieved ISCC PLUS certification. This significant milestone now aligns the facility with the company's global strategy to promote sustainable practices within the coatings industry. With this certification, all of Arkema’s polyester powder resin facilities around the globe, including plants in Saint Celoni, Spain, and Navi Mumbai, India, are now recognized under the ISCC PLUS standards.

This achievement is not just a badge of honor for Arkema; it represents a steadfast commitment to advancing environmentally sustainable solutions. The company's certified operations support a wide range of markets, including consumer products, electronics, automotive, architectural finishes, e-mobility solutions, and metal furniture. Linda Armitage, the Business Manager for Powder Coating Resins at Arkema, expressed the company's commitment to reducing the carbon footprint of coating products, stating, "These certifications reflect Arkema's long-term commitment to reducing the product carbon footprint in coatings and related industries."

The ISCC PLUS certification reflects Arkema’s robust dedication to sustainability and its customers, allowing them to opt for low-waste, solvent-free, and highly durable powder coating solutions. Such innovations in the coatings sector play a pivotal role in not only meeting market demands but also supporting fundamental principles of environmental stewardship. The recent certification signifies the culmination of a focused effort by Arkema over the past several years to accelerate the establishment of ISCC+ certified production across its polyester resin plant network worldwide.

The ISCC PLUS certification is part of a broader roadmap that Arkema has implemented, which includes a diverse array of technologies and products across the coatings spectrum. By integrating certified bio-attributed specialty resins and additives into their offerings, including high solids, waterborne, UV-LED-EB, and polyester powder materials, Arkema stands at the forefront of innovative and sustainable material solutions.

With a strong commitment to stakeholder engagement, Arkema has adopted a mass balance approach that ensures transparency and traceability in its operations. This method not only allows for the tracking of materials but also guarantees that each certified feedstock effectively replaces a corresponding quantity of fossil resources at the beginning of the supply chain. Such methodologies attributable to ISCC certification ensure that both production inputs and outputs remain balanced, reinforcing product integrity.

Arkema's push towards becoming a pure player in Specialty Materials encompasses a well-structured organization designed to respond to contemporary challenges, such as energy transitions, access to water, and the demands for recycling, urbanization, and mobility solutions. The company is dedicated to maintaining an open dialogue with all involved parties to foster innovation and collaboration throughout the value chain.

In 2024, Arkema reported sales of approximately €9.5 billion and employed around 21,150 individuals across 55 countries. Its strategic focus on specialty materials, segmented into adhesive solutions, advanced materials, and coating solutions, constitutes about 92% of the Group's sales.

As Arkema continues to innovate and expand its sustainable practices, the ISCC+ certification of its North Kansas City facility showcases the company’s integral role in evolving the coatings industry towards greener technologies, thus setting a high standard for others in the sector.

For further details on Arkema's sustainability efforts or their complete range of ISCC PLUS certified products, interested parties are encouraged to visit their official website.