Handbook of Green Chemicals

More than 4,100 trade name products representing the chemical industry's response to environmental concerns and government regulations. This handbook is designed to serve as an essential tool in the decision-making process of chemical and material selection. Industries covered: Adhesives, refrigerants, water treatment, plastics, rubber, surfactants, paints and 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. The book is divided into five parts and includes three important appendixes: Part I - Trade Name Reference. Part II - Generic Products, Trade Name Cross-Reference. Part III - Green Attribute Cross-Reference: groups the trade name chemicals by one or more of 15 green chemical attributes: biodegradable, environmentally safe environmentally friendly, halogen free, HAP's-free, low global warming, low ozone-depletin nonozone depletin