FEATURE
Biocides Update
Environmental regulations continue to drive substantial changes in the biocides market,
fueling demand.
Kerry Pianoforte, Editor
Biocides, algaecides and fungicides play a vital role in the formulation of paint and coatings. Biocides markets Coatings World spoke with report improvements in demand in North America, the BRIC nations and Asia. Global
regulations continue to be the main driver for growth across
the globe.
Troy has seen an overall increase in global demand for bio-
cides over the past year. “However, there have been disparities
in regional activity,” said W. Brian Smith, vice president, Troy
Corporation. “North America is improving, while European
demand remains relatively flat year-over-year. The Asia/Pacific
region continues to grow although slower than in years past.
The BRIC nations have also seen an increase in demand for
biocides, driven not only by a boom in construction, but also
by the increasing demand for higher quality paints and coat-
ings with greater and more sophisticated wet-state and dry-film
protection.”
“Troy is in a strong position to supply these regional markets
with the right technologies that offer high levels of performance,
environmental responsibility and cost efficiencies, backed by re-
gional distribution, regulatory assistance and accessible techni-
cal service and support,” Smith continued.
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December 2012
