Publisher's Synopsis
Contains more than 7000 trade name products and more than 2500 generic chemicals that can be used in formulations to meet environmental concerns and government regulations.;Environmental concerns and government regulations have led to innovation and reformulation of chemical products that address a broad spectrum of human and environmental safety factors.;This reference is designed to serve as an essential tool in the strategic decision-making process of chemical selection when focusing on these constraining factors.;Industries Covered: Adhesives; Refrigerants; Water Treatment; Plastics; Rubber; Surfactants; Paints & Coatings; Food; Pharmaceuticals Cosmetics; Petroleum Processing; Metal Treatment; Textiles The chemicals and materials included are used in every aspect of the chemical industry. The reference is organized so that the reader can access the information based on the trade name, chemical components, functions and application areas, 'green' attributes, manufacturer, CAS number, and EINECS/ELINCS number.;It contains a unique cross-reference that groups the trade name chemicals by one or more of these green chemical attributes: Biodegradable; Environmentally Safe; Environmentally Friendly; Halogen-Free; HAP's-Free; Low Global Warming Low Ozone-Depleting; Nonozone-Depleting; Low Vapor Pressure; Noncarcinogenic; Non-CFC; Non-HCFC Nonhazardous; Nontoxic; Recyclable; SARA-Nonreportable; SNAP (Significant New Alternative Policy) Compliant VOC-Compliant; Low-VOC; VOC-Free.
