Key Applications and market opportunity to 2015; Global revenue forecasts; Key nanotechnologies; Key trends and drivers; Key players
Areas covered include: Personal healthcare; beauty care; household care; consumer products; feminine care;consumer electronics; packaging; food and beverages; anti-counterfeiting; and leisure equipment.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 INTRODUCTION ...............................................................................................................12
1.1 The Consumer Goods Market................................................................................................ 12
1.2 Nanotechnology in Consumer Goods .................................................................................... 13
1.3 Key applications and market opportunity to 2015.................................................................. 15
1.3.1 Global revenue forecasts .................................................................................................. 15
1.3.1.1 Brand & Product Security ....................................................................................... 18
1.3.1.2 Personal heathcare................................................................................................. 21
1.3.1.3 Household care....................................................................................................... 24
1.3.1.4 Consumer electronics ............................................................................................. 26
1.3.1.5 Packaging ............................................................................................................... 29
1.3.1.6 Leisure equipment .................................................................................................. 32
2 COMMERCIALISING NANOTECHNOLOGY IN CONSUMER GOODS.........................35
2.1 From Lab to Product .............................................................................................................. 35
2.2 Industry Structure................................................................................................................... 36
2.2.1 Suppliers ........................................................................................................................... 37
2.2.1.1 Materials ................................................................................................................. 37
2.2.1.2 Tools and instrumentation ...................................................................................... 38
2.2.2 Buyers ............................................................................................................................... 39
2.2.3 New entrants ..................................................................................................................... 39
2.2.4 Substitution threats ........................................................................................................... 39
2.2.5 Competition ....................................................................................................................... 40
2.3 Key Challenges ...................................................................................................................... 40
2.3.1 Technical.......................................................................................................................... 40
2.3.1.1 Understanding......................................................................................................... 40
2.3.1.2 Tools ....................................................................................................................... 41
2.3.2 Market ............................................................................................................................... 42
2.3.2.1 Hype........................................................................................................................ 42
2.3.2.2 Cost......................................................................................................................... 42
2.3.2.3 Production............................................................................................................... 43
2.3.2.4 Perception............................................................................................................... 44
2.3.3 Regulatory........................................................................................................................ 44
2.3.3.1 Health...................................................................................................................... 44
2.3.3.2 Environmental......................................................................................................... 50
2.3.3.3 Regulation............................................................................................................... 51
Intellectual Property ..................................................51
2.3.4 Standards............................................................................51
2.4 Market Trends and Drivers..................................................................................................... 51
2.4.1 Drivers.............................................................................................................................. 56
2.4.2 Trends ............................................................................................................................... 57
2.4.2.1 Collaboration........................................................................................................... 57
2.4.2.2 First to market......................................................................................................... 58
2.4.2.3 Nanomaterials advantage....................................................................................... 59
2.4.2.4 Improved products .................................................................................................. 60
2.4.2.5 Decreasing cost of nanomaterials .......................................................................... 61
2.4.2.6 Smart products........................................................................................................ 61
3 KEY NANOTECHNOLOGIES IN CONSUMER PRODUCTS..........................................63
3.1 NANOPARTICLES................................................................................................................. 64
3.1.1 Nanoparticles in consumer goods..................................................................................... 66
3.1.2 Manufacturers and End Users .......................................................................................... 69
3.1.3 Nanomaterials suppliers ................................................................................................... 70
3.1.4 Application manufacturers ................................................................................................ 70
3.2 NANOCOMPOSITES............................................................................................................. 71
3.2.1 Nanocomposites in consumer goods................................................................................ 72
3.2.2 Manufacturers and End Users .......................................................................................... 76
3.2.3 Nanomaterials suppliers ................................................................................................... 77
3.2.4 Application manufacturers ................................................................................................ 78
3.3 NANOCAPSULES.................................................................................................................. 79
3.3.1 Nanocapsules in consumer goods.................................................................................... 79
3.3.2 Manufacturers and End Users .......................................................................................... 81
3.3.3 Nanomaterials suppliers ................................................................................................... 82
3.3.4 Application manufacturers ................................................................................................ 82
3.4 NANOPOROUS MATERIALS................................................................................................ 82
3.4.1 Nanoporous materials in consumer goods ....................................................................... 83
3.4.2 Manufacturers and End Users .......................................................................................... 86
3.4.3 Nanomaterials suppliers ................................................................................................... 86
3.4.4 Application manufacturers ................................................................................................ 87
3.5 NANOFIBRES....................................................................................................................... 87
3.5.1 Nanofibres in consumer goods ......................................................................................... 88
3.5.2 Manufacturers and End Users .......................................................................................... 90
3.5.3 Nanomaterials suppliers ................................................................................................... 91
3.5.4 Application manufacturers ................................................................................................ 91
3.6 FULLERENES....................................................................................................................... 92
3.6.1 Fullerenes in consumer goods.......................................................................................... 92
3.6.2 Manufacturers and End Users .......................................................................................... 94
3.6.3 Nanomaterials suppliers ................................................................................................... 94
3.6.4 Application manufacturers ................................................................................................ 95
3.7 NANOWIRES ......................................................................................................................... 95
3.7.1 Nanowires in consumer goods.......................................................................................... 96
3.7.2 Manufacturers and End Users .......................................................................................... 97
3.7.3 Nanomaterials suppliers ................................................................................................... 97
3.7.4 Application manufacturers ................................................................................................ 98
3.8 CARBON NANOTUBES ........................................................................................................ 98
3.8.1 Carbon nanotubes in consumer goods............................................................................. 99
3.8.2 Manufacturers and End Users ........................................................................................ 101
3.8.3 Nanomaterials suppliers ................................................................................................. 102
3.8.4 Application manufacturers .............................................................................................. 103
3.9 QUANTUM DOTS................................................................................................................ 104
3.9.1 Quantum dots in consumer goods.................................................................................. 104
3.9.2 Manufacturers and End Users ........................................................................................ 106
3.9.3 Nanomaterials suppliers ................................................................................................. 106
3.9.4 Application manufacturers .............................................................................................. 107
3.10 NANOCOATINGS................................................................................................................ 107
3.10.1 Nanocoatings in consumer goods................................................................................... 108
3.10.2 Manufacturers and End Users ........................................................................................ 113
3.10.3 Nanomaterials suppliers ................................................................................................. 113
3.10.4 Application manufacturers .............................................................................................. 113
4 KEY PLAYERS................................................................................................................115
4.1 COMPANIES....................................................................................................................... 115
4.1.1 Nanostructured anti-biocidal and anti-bacterial coatings ................................................ 115
4.1.2 Catalytic system for removal of bacterial biofilms........................................................... 115
4.1.3 Odour control and filtration.............................................................................................. 116
4.1.4 Non-stick coatings........................................................................................................... 117
4.1.5 Carbohydrates to encapsulate active molecules ............................................................ 118
4.1.6 Smart materials for encapsulation .................................................................................. 118
4.1.7 Hollow nano silica shells for encapsulation .................................................................... 119
4.1.8 Encapsulation for long lasting and novel perfume effects and for food products ........... 119
4.1.9 Nanocapsulation of different oily and water-soluble substances.................................... 120
4.1.10 Nanocrystalline zeolites and mesoporous materials for encapsulation .......................... 120
4.1.11 Encapsulating organic and inorganic molecules and particles ....................................... 121
4.1.12 Particle formation, encapsulation, immobilization and formulation of a variety of
compounds.................................................................................................................................. 122
4.1.13 Nanocapsules using a layer by layer approach on a number of different templates...... 123
4.1.14 Technology to manufacture membranes for food and beverage applications................ 123
4.1.15 Nano and micro emulsions and encapsulations for the pharmaceutical, cosmetic,
nutriceutical, and other personal care markets ............................................................................ 124
4.1.16 Nanoparticulate controlled release systems................................................................... 124
4.1.17 Porous nanoparticles for various encapsulation applications......................................... 125
4.1.18 Intelligent polymers ......................................................................................................... 126
4.1.19 Encapsulation, granulation, microgranulation and coating of various active molecules. 127
4.1.20 Nanoparticles for aerosol sampling................................................................................. 128
4.1.21 Air-borne silicon nanomaterials for household fragrancing............................................. 129
4.1.22 Nanoparticles in cosmeceutical applications .................................................................. 130
4.1.23 Odour absorption using nanoporous materials............................................................... 130
4.1.24 Controlled delivery of nanoparticles................................................................................ 131
4.1.25 Sunscreen formulations .................................................................................................. 132
4.1.26 Cationic biopolymers for cosmetic applications .............................................................. 133
4.1.27 Personal care products based on nano silver................................................................. 134
4.1.28 Non-invasive hair removal .............................................................................................. 134
4.1.29 Nano and micro emulsions and encapsulations for pharmaceutical, cosmetic,
nutriceutical, and other personal care markets ............................................................................ 135
4.1.30 Anti-microbial nanoemulsion technology for feminine care ............................................ 136
4.1.31 Controlled release systems for personal care consumer products, food and
nutraceuticals and health care products ...................................................................................... 137
4.1.32 Nanoporous materials for personal care applications..................................................... 138
4.1.33 Natural based carrier systems for lipophilic actives........................................................ 138
4.1.34 Encapsulation of active components for the cosmetic industry ...................................... 139
4.1.35 Photoactive films for food storage................................................................................... 140
4.1.36 Nanoparticles for food and other consumer applications................................................ 140
4.1.37 Nanocochleates for delivery of nutrients......................................................................... 141
4.1.38 Nanofibres as functional textile sensor materials ........................................................... 141
4.1.39 Water and oil repellent textiles via nanoscale functional surfaces ................................. 141
4.1.40 Multifunctional protective textiles that retain their durability and breathability................ 142
4.1.41 Super-repellent coatings ................................................................................................. 143
4.1.42 Anti-microbials on textiles ............................................................................................... 144
4.1.43 Textile switches and sensors .......................................................................................... 144
4.1.44 Stain repellents ............................................................................................................... 144
4.1.45 Photocatalytic coatings ................................................................................................... 145
4.1.46 Ultra-hydrophobic surfaces for self-cleaning .................................................................. 146
4.1.47 Oil repellency and stain resistance ................................................................................. 146
4.1.48 Electrospinning of nanofibres for application in textiles .................................................. 147
4.1.49 Surface modification of textile materials to obtain anti-bacterial properties.................... 147
4.1.50 Nano copper and silver for anti-fungal, anti-bacterial, and anti-microbial dressings ...... 147
4.1.51 Nanofibres with anti-bacterial properties for underwear ................................................. 149
4.1.52 Optical techniques for brand protection .......................................................................... 150
4.1.53 Nanobarcodes and intelligent inks .................................................................................. 152
4.1.54 Nanofibres with embedded codes................................................................................... 156
4.1.55 Nanocomposite barrier coatings ..................................................................................... 156
4.1.56 Nanocomposites with improved mechanical, barrier and flame retardant properties..... 157
4.1.57 Carbon nanofibres for reinforcement and conductivity ................................................... 158
4.1.58 Carbon nanotubes for packaging.................................................................................... 159
4.1.59 Nanocomposite coatings................................................................................................. 160
4.1.60 Intelligent packaging ....................................................................................................... 160
4.1.61 Fire retardant packaging ................................................................................................. 160
4.1.62 Barcoding with quantum dots.......................................................................................... 164
4.1.63 Fibre-reinforced packaging ............................................................................................. 165
4.1.64 Nanocrystalline PLED packaging displays ..................................................................... 166
4.1.65 Nanowires ....................................................................................................................... 167
4.1.66 Silicium integration for sensors ....................................................................................... 168
4.1.67 Nanotechnology in paper-like electronic displays; Intelligent inks; Oxygen indicators... 169
4.1.68 Carbon nanotubes........................................................................................................... 169
4.1.69 Nanocomposite barrier and easy-clean coatings............................................................ 170
4.1.70 Transparent UV barrier functions.................................................................................... 171
4.1.71 Nano-cellulose as an additive to plastics and paper....................................................... 172
4.1.72 Nanowires for consumer applications............................................................................. 174
4.1.73 Electronic ink for flat panel displays................................................................................ 175
4.1.74 Inks for printable electronics ........................................................................................... 175
4.1.75 New LED colors and application flexibility with quantum dots........................................ 176
4.1.76 Carbon Nanotube Formulations for transparent conductive coatings ............................ 177
4.1.77 Nanoparticle conductive inks and transparent conductive coatings ............................... 178
4.1.78 Rollable or foldable electronic displays........................................................................... 180
4.1.79 Thermoelectric coolchip .................................................................................................. 181
4.1.80 Photonic nanocomposites for displays............................................................................ 181
4.1.81 Thin films of nanoporous silica for antifogging spectacles, swim and skiing goggles .... 183
4.1.82 Flexible aerogel nanoporous insulation blankets............................................................ 184
4.1.83 High strength nanocrystalline metals for sporting goods................................................ 185
4.1.84 Nanoscale diamond coatings for luxury goods ............................................................... 186
4.2 UNIVERSITIES .................................................................................................................... 187
4.2.1 Water-repelling, oil-repelling, anti-staining chemically adsorbed film ............................. 187
4.2.2 Photocatalytic titania for worktops and textiles ............................................................... 188
4.2.3 Hygienic food contact surfaces ....................................................................................... 188
4.2.4 Smart nanocomposites for anti-bacterial applications .................................................... 189
4.2.5 Nanoclay technology for improved odour control ........................................................... 189
4.2.6 Controlled delivery from nanoporous solids.................................................................... 190
4.2.7 Molecular imprinting and potentially controlled selective membranes............................ 190
4.2.8 Nanoparticle dispersions for production of anti-microbial plastics, cups, containers,
packaging materials for foodstuffs and wrap-up foils................................................................... 193
4.2.9 Nanoseparations............................................................................................................. 194
4.2.10 Nanocomposite controlled release.................................................................................. 194
4.2.11 Personalized fragrances through custom formulation. ................................................... 196
4.2.12 Synthesis and supramolecular chemistry of novel macrocycles and molecular
capsules ...................................................................................................................................... 196
4.2.13 Protein hosts that bind various types of molecular species such as odour compounds 197
4.2.14 Polymer encapsulation of photochromic dyes ................................................................ 197
4.2.15 Stimulus responsive block copolymer micelles that can allow triggered release of
actives from multilayer particle coatings ...................................................................................... 198
4.2.16 Hydrocolliod technologies for perfume and pheromone end uses ................................. 198
4.2.17 Smelly molecule binding combined with fragrance release............................................ 198
4.2.18 Perfume diffusion control ................................................................................................ 199
4.2.19 Perfume delivery systems based on coated nanomaterials ........................................... 199
4.2.20 Aerosol can technology................................................................................................... 200
4.2.21 Nanomaterials for household and personal care products ............................................. 201
4.2.22 Nano drops...................................................................................................................... 203
4.2.23 Nanostructured calcium silicate for skin care, nutraceuticals and healthcare products . 203
4.2.24 Time-dependent Sensor for Food Stuff........................................................................... 204
4.2.25 Smart material patch-type indicators for specific nanoscale recognition of small
and/or large molecules ................................................................................................................. 206
4.2.26 Electronic tongue for taste measurement ....................................................................... 207
4.2.27 Films for regulation of odours and flavours in food products.......................................... 208
4.2.28 Sensing and diagnostics of food quality and safety........................................................ 208
4.2.29 Bacteriostasis of nanosized colloidal silver on polyester nonwovens............................. 209
4.2.30 Anti-microbial treatments for cellulosic and synthetic fibres with silver .......................... 210
4.2.31 Anti-bacterial nanofibres ................................................................................................. 210
4.2.32 Hydrophobic fibres .......................................................................................................... 211
4.2.33 Conductive inks............................................................................................................... 212
4.2.34 Nanocomposite magnetic materials for tag sensors....................................................... 212
4.2.35 RFID tags ........................................................................................................................ 213
4.2.36 Nanobarcodes................................................................................................................. 213
4.2.37 Surface modification........................................................................................................ 214
4.2.38 Carbon and inorganic nanotubes reinforcement............................................................. 215
4.2.39 Carbon nanotubes and fullerenes................................................................................... 216
4.2.40 Nanocomposites ............................................................................................................. 216
4.2.41 Polymer/clay nanocomposites for improved barrier properties....................................... 217
4.2.42 Nanocoatings and nanostructured materials for flexible displays................................... 217
4.2.43 Photoactive films for environmental compatibility ........................................................... 218
4.2.44 Nanomaterials for packaging .......................................................................................... 218
4.2.45 POSS nanocomposites................................................................................................... 219
4.2.46 Nanocomposites ............................................................................................................. 220
4.2.47 Nanoclays additives to enhance plastics foams ............................................................. 220
4.2.48 Novel chemical method of making hollow spherical silica shells.................................... 221
4.2.49 Nanocomposites for fibre applications and flame retardant polymers............................ 223
4.2.50 Nanoclays ....................................................................................................................... 224
4.2.51 Coating of surfaces with active materials for enhanced or reduced reactivity................ 224
4.2.52 Nanostructured polymeric materials ............................................................................... 225
4.2.53 Nanogelcoats .................................................................................................................. 225
4.2.54 Smarter surfaces for the packaging of the future............................................................ 226
4.2.55 Nanomaterials for the Pulp & Paper Industry ................................................................. 227
4.2.56 Nanocomposites and nanostructured polymers for packaging applications................... 228
4.2.57 Functional coatings based on organic-inorganic hybrid materials.................................. 228
4.2.58 Polymer nanocomposites for packaging applications..................................................... 230
4.2.59 Plastic reinforcement using carbon nanotube composites ............................................. 230
4.2.60 New composite and packaging materials ....................................................................... 231
4.2.61 Superhydrophobic coatings based on silica/polyurethane composites .......................... 232
4.2.62 Nanoscaled semiconductor and metal nanoparticles dispersed in colloidal solutions ... 232
4.2.63 Nanocomposite coatings................................................................................................. 233
4.2.64 Polymer nanocomposites in nylon (PA6)........................................................................ 234
4.2.65 Thermoplastic polyolefin, polyurethane and biodegradable polymer nanocomposites .. 234
4.2.66 Polymeric nanocomposites made of PA 6 or PP matrix and layered clay...................... 235
4.2.67 Nano-hybrids with optimized mechanical, rheological, optical and thermal properties
with applications in food packaging.............................................................................................. 237
4.3 RESEARCH CENTRES....................................................................................................... 238
4.3.1 Photocatalytic coatings for glass and ceramics .............................................................. 238
4.3.2 Photocatalytic nanoparticles ........................................................................................... 239
4.3.3 Development of micro and nano encapsulation technology ........................................... 241
4.3.4 Nanoencapsulation ......................................................................................................... 241
4.3.5 Coating small particles of solids or droplets of liquids with films of polymeric or fatty
materials ...................................................................................................................................... 242
4.3.6 Nanospheres to encapsulate chemicals ......................................................................... 242
4.3.7 Release and capture technology .................................................................................... 243
4.3.8 Capture of malodours using molecularly imprinted polymers......................................... 243
4.3.9 Water purification via photocatalysis............................................................................... 244
4.3.10 Controlled release nanoparticles for application in home & household care,
cosmeceuticals and food.............................................................................................................. 246
4.3.11 Sol-gel nanomaterial for the delivery of fragrances ........................................................ 246
4.3.12 Anti-bacterial functionality on fibres and textile fabric..................................................... 246
4.3.13 Surface modification of textiles ....................................................................................... 247
4.3.14 Controlled release systems in textiles............................................................................. 249
4.3.15 Self-cleaning textiles ....................................................................................................... 249
4.3.16 Self-cleaning glass .......................................................................................................... 250
4.3.17 Nanocoding of plastics and paper materials for authentication and identification
purposes...................................................................................................................................... 251
4.3.18 Nanobarcodes based on blectrochromic materials......................................................... 252
4.3.19 Functional nanocoating for RFID .................................................................................... 252
4.3.20 Electronic packaging....................................................................................................... 253
4.3.21 Nanobarcodes................................................................................................................. 254
4.3.22 Sensors and electronics fabricated directly onto packaging material such as paper
and plastic ................................................................................................................................... 256
4.3.23 Multifunctional nanocomposites...................................................................................... 257
4.3.24 Organic/Inorganic hybrid materials with improved properties, such as barrier
(thermal, electromagnetic, etc.), fire retardancy, and mechanical reinforcement ........................ 257
4.3.25 Nanocomposites based on biopolymers and their potential applications in packaging.. 258
4.3.26 Polymer/layered silicate nanocomposites; polymer composites filled with
nanoparticles (diamond, carbon, ferroxides)................................................................................ 259
4.3.27 Incorporation of nanoclays into packaging film for barrier enhancement and strength
improvement................................................................................................................................ 259
4.3.28 Multifunctional nanoscale polymers................................................................................ 260
4.3.29 Various nanocomposite applications .............................................................................. 261
4.3.30 Depositions of thin films by CVD on different substrates,............................................... 261
4.3.31 Composites and nanocomposites with inorganics.......................................................... 263
4.3.32 Modification of polymeric materials................................................................................. 265
4.3.33 Nanocomposites ............................................................................................................. 265
5 GLOSSARY.....................................................................................................................268
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