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PFAS free solutions for non-stick coating for bakeware

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Background

The EU is proposing to ban PFAS (per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances), which has a variety of uses, including as a non-stick coating.

We would like to explore PFAS-free alternatives to PTFE (Polytetrafluoroethylene) non-stick coating solutions that can be suitable for application on bakeware products (such as muffin tins, cake spring tins, etc).

What we're looking for

We are looking for coating solutions that are PFAS free. Ideally, the solutions would be applicable to be used with a base material in bakeware of Carbon steel and aluminium. Our interests include spray coating, powder coating and pre-coating connected to coil production, but we are open to other technology and techniques.

Our must-have requirements are:

Solutions must be aimed at low cost to ensure final products will be affordable
Due to nature of the product, the ability to clean the product easily is an important benefit
Scratch resistant
Recyclable / renewable

Our nice-to-have's are:

Heat resistant

What's out of scope:

Dip coating technology and technique

Acceptable technology readiness levels (TRL):

Levels 4-9

What we can offer you

Eligible partnership models:

Sponsored Research

Willing to sponsor based on proposed scope, open to discuss the level of funding based on solution.

Expertise

Company will appoint a project leader as main contact in the beginning. Depending on the solution and level of development, appropriate experts and resources will be agreed.

Tools and Technologies

Access to our supplier landscape and the ability to test and validate the solution in an industrial landscape.

Data

Data specification may be possible

Facilities and Services

Solutions maybe tested and validated in our industrial landscape and supplier base. Results of testing will be shared.

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