Ever “greener” polyamides from Domo Chemicals

The global leader in sustainable engineered materials Domo Chemicals has once again earned the prestigious EcoVadis Gold medal, now ranking in the top 2% of companies evaluated by EcoVadis worldwide. With an 8-point improvement from the previous year, this year the company has made significant progress in securing new certifications in several areas, including sustainable sourcing. Building on its successful ISCC+ certifications in Germany, Poland and Italy, Domo has now achieved this certification for its newest plant in Haiyan, China. This enables the company to offer environmentally friendly versions of its Domamid and Technyl polyamide 6 and 66 products through the mass balance method, providing sustainable solutions across its entire product portfolio.

One of Domo’s standout offerings at the recent Fakuma was its expanded range of Technyl 4earth recycled solutions, featuring polyamides made from post-consumer fishing nets. In partnership with Sea2See, an organization committed to the collection and reuse of discarded fishing nets in Africa, Domo’s innovative solution not only reduces reliance on fossil fuels but also supports local communities by generating income from the recovery of these materials.

In collaboration with Brano, Domo has developed a lightweight polyamide brake pedal for a heavy-duty truck, reducing the weight of the part by approximately 27% and the overall cost of the final component by some 60%. This innovation demonstrates the immense potential of Domo's materials to replace metal in critical components.

Another exciting reveal at Fakuma was Technyl Lite, a groundbreaking polyamide-based unidirectional (UD) composite tape. Reinforced with glass or carbon fibre, this tape offers outstanding strength and stiffness, making it a versatile metal replacement in the automotive, sports and leisure, and construction sectors. Visitors at Fakuma had the opportunity to explore how this product is revolutionizing lightweight design across multiple industries.

Domo also launched two new PA 6 solutions certified for food and water contact, including WRAS hot water temperature certification. The innovative Technyl Safe C range cuts CO2 emissions by nearly 22% compared to traditional brass components. These solutions are ideal for water management applications such as filtration systems, pumps and valves, offering safer and more sustainable alternatives to conventional materials.

Domo contributes to global trends through its smart materials that improve lives around the world. With the growing demand for flame retardant and high temperature polymers in e-mobility and electronic components, the company is expanding its Technyl One range. Now available with high glass content, this solution offers improved flame retardance, electrical protection and thermal resistance, making it ideal for large structural parts in the electrical and electronics sectors.

Based on Domo's integrated polyamide 6 production, which ensures consistent quality and product consistency, Domamid polyamide 6-based high-viscosity polymers have excellent technical properties. These solutions are used in a wide range of applications including flexible, pharmaceutical, medical and industrial packaging, taking advantage of the unique barrier and mechanical properties of the base polymer.