Inorganic materials receive increasing interest as components and major formulations constituents for bio-molecules and microorganisms. Sol-gel technology is broadly recognized as a versatile synthetic approach to colloidal inorganic materials, with the perspective on potential hydrosol and hydrogel matrices for encapsulation.
CaptiGel technology offers:
For paints:
UV resistance. colour reflecting particles
Mould resistance and continuous transparent varnish
Slow release of nutrients/fertilizers in forestry and agriculture
Shell resistance in marine applications
Encapsulation, protection and release of biomolecules in biotech