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• A passport to international markets: US and European companies highly recognize USDA BioPreferred certification—for example, Walmart and H&M explicitly require their supply chains to use certified bio-based materials. • Differentiated brand image: The certification logo enhances consumer trust in 'eco-friendliness' and 'sustainability', enabling product premium pricing (e.g., in packaging and textiles). 2. Cost and supply chain optimization • Cost reduction through technological advancement: Production costs for bio-based BDO have dropped to 60% of those for petroleum-based BDO; certified enterprises can further reduce costs via economies of scale. • Advantages of industrial chain integration: Certification fosters upstream-downstream collaboration (e.g., raw material supply → production → end-use applications), building a stable ecosystem and lowering the risk of supply disruptions. Case studies of industry leaders: How certification drives commercial breakthroughs? Hexin Holdings × USDA: The 'Bio-Based Revolution' in Synthetic Leather Zhejiang Hexin New Materials’ Ecovega® polyurethane synthetic leather—developed through full-chain collaborative R&D (bio-based polyurethane + bio-based nylon substrate)—increased its bio-based content from 28% in 2022 to 89%, earning USDA BioPreferred certification. Its products not only meet stringent international brand requirements for environmental performance but also significantly strengthen pricing power through their 'dual-carbon' attributes, making them the preferred choice for premium luggage and automotive interior applications. Chemours × HAZZYS: Bio-Based Water-Repellent Agent Ignites the Fashion Industry Chemours’ Teflon EcoElite™ bio-based water-repellent agent—60% plant-derived—has received USDA BioPreferred certification. In collaboration with HAZZYS, it launched a trench coat series. Combining water repellency and breathability while meeting Blue Sign® environmental standards, the product has become a new favorite among urban youth pursuing 'sustainable fashion', achieving a 30% sales increase in a single season. Oriental Yuhong: Upgrading from 'End-of-Pipe Treatment' to 'Source Emission Reduction' Oriental Yuhong’s next-generation Zhenzhiben waterproof coating uses乳液 synthesized from naturally fermented monomers, containing 38% USDA-certified bio-based content—the industry’s first bio-based waterproof product integrating safety, renewability, and plant-derived resources.

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Technology as foundation: Chlorination process builds competitive advantage. At this critical juncture when the titanium dioxide industry is shifting from 'scale expansion' to 'quality enhancement', the choice of production technology directly determines product value. Chemours (Tianjin) steadfastly adheres to—and continuously refines—the chlorination process. Using high-grade rutile as raw material, this process features an efficient sequence of 'chlorination for titanium extraction → gas-phase oxidation → fine surface modification'. It shortens the overall process by nearly 40%, achieves 100% chlorine recycling, reduces wastewater discharge to one-tenth that of the sulfate process, and generates no calcium sulfate waste residue—perfectly aligning with high-quality manufacturing’s demand for green production. Leveraging advanced fluidized-bed chlorination technology, Chemours (Tianjin) titanium dioxide achieves multi-dimensional performance breakthroughs: TiO₂ content reaches 98–99.5%; particle size concentrates narrowly within 0.22–0.25 μm with uniform distribution, yielding near-spherical particle morphology that inherently improves dispersion; whiteness (L*) reaches as high as 99.0, accompanied by a clean, bluish undertone that imparts a fresh, bright visual quality to end products; and after specialized silica-alumina surface coating, color difference (ΔE) remains ≤1.2 even after 5,000 hours of outdoor exposure—far exceeding the weathering resistance limits of conventional products. These performance advantages lay a solid foundation for cross-sector adaptability. Full-scenario coverage: Empowering high-quality manufacturing across diverse industries. Chemours (Tianjin) titanium dioxide series—backed by a rich product portfolio—deeply integrates into multiple manufacturing sectors including coatings, plastics, papermaking, and automotive, delivering 'one-material-multiple-applications' and 'precision adaptation'. In the coatings sector, Chemours titanium dioxide demonstrates strong capabilities—from long-lasting protection for architectural exteriors to high-gloss durability for automotive finishes. For exterior architectural coatings, its superior weather resistance withstands wind, sun, acid rain, and other environmental stressors, maintaining vibrant wall colors over time and substantially reducing maintenance costs. For automotive coatings, its high hiding power and excellent color retention deliver rich, lustrous finishes while providing outstanding anti-chalking properties to shield vehicle bodies from UV damage—enhancing both aesthetic appeal and service life. Moreover, Chemours offers dedicated solutions for interior coatings and industrial heavy-duty corrosion-resistant coatings, comprehensively meeting the high-quality demands of the coatings industry. In the plastics sector, Chemours (Tianjin) titanium dioxide serves as a 'quality guardian' for plastic products. For applications demanding extreme weather resistance—such as automotive bumpers and outdoor agricultural films—the R2277 grade employs optimized surface chemistry to minimize volatile content and resolve compatibility issues with hindered amine light stabilizers, effectively suppressing yellowing. For food-grade packaging and home appliance housings, its low migration and high gloss ensure both safety and aesthetic appeal. And for EVA pellet processing, the titanium dioxide improves melt flow and dispersion, boosting production efficiency and enhancing mechanical performance of the final product.

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