Lipid- and Protein-based Adhesives

Abstract

The adhesive industry primarily relies on non-renewable resins derived from the petrochemical industry to develop adhesives, such as phenol–formaldehyde and urea–formaldehyde. However, concerns over formaldehyde emission, toxicity, and non-renewability have urged the scientific community to formulate biopolymer-based adhesives from proteins, lipids, and polysaccharides. This chapter will discuss the recent advances in protein- and lipid-based adhesive development, commercialization efforts, and future challenges.