Dow Introduces Bio-Based NORDEL™ REN EPDM at DKT 2024

Dow (NYSE: DOW) has unveiled NORDEL™ REN Ethylene Propylene Diene Terpolymers (EPDM) at the German Rubber Conference (DKT) 2024. This new bio-based variant of Dow’s EPDM rubber targets applications in automotive, infrastructure, and consumer sectors, emphasizing sustainability by reducing Scope 3 emissions.

Key Features of NORDEL™ REN EPDM

Aiming to support automotive, infrastructure, and consumer industries, Dow introduces NORDEL™ REN EPDM, designed for automotive weatherseals, hoses, building profiles, roofing membranes, and wire and cable applications.

Commitment to Sustainability

Zshelyz Lee, Global Automotive Plastics Circularity Team Leader at Dow, expressed, “At Dow, we are committed to assisting our customers in achieving their sustainability objectives. NORDEL™ REN EPDM aligns with our goal to deliver 3 million metric tons per year of circular and renewable solutions by 2030, contributing to a sustainable future.”

Environmental Benefits

NORDEL™ REN EPDM utilizes bio residues as raw materials, supporting the rubber industry in offering low-carbon products without competing with food resources. The product maintains performance equivalent to virgin materials, enabling seamless integration into existing processes without additional time or carbon emissions.

Production Process

The production process adheres to ISCC PLUS certified mass balance principles, ensuring transparency and traceability of bio-based raw materials throughout the supply chain.