Global Markets and Applications for Nanotechnology in Consumer Goods

ION Publishing Ltd
June 1, 2008
252 Pages - SKU: IONT2420365
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The potential impact of nanotechnology is being explored by key market players as a tool for creating differentiated products, and companies such as Unilever, Henkel and Procter and Gamble are active developing applications in food processing, textile coatings and cleaning products.

Nanotechnology also offers advantage in a highly competitive market for other consumer goods, including domestic appliances, electronics and furniture. There are numerous products already on the market incorporating nanomaterials. In sporting goods, nanomaterials have been added to tennis balls, rackets, golf balls and skis and ski wax. Nanocoatings have been applied to eyewear for increased comfort and durability. and to clothing and footwear to repel stains and bacteria.


 

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