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Tackling the thermal control demands of cutting-edge AI data center optical components, Henkel today announced the commercialization of Loctite TCF 14001, a high thermal conductivity silicone liquid thermal interface material ‏(TIM). Designed for 800G and 1.6T transceiver technologies, the 14.5 W/m-K gap filler is among the highest thermally conductive liquid materials on the market, enabling elevated transceiver performance through robust heat management.

The Henkel Packaging RecycLab has officially launched its operations in China. This specialized facility is dedicated to evaluating how adhesive solutions can drive innovation in packaging recycling and accelerate the transition to a circular economy. Through localized testing and process optimization, the RecycLab will enhance Henkel's capabilities in serving the Chinese and broader Asia-Pacific markets. A delegation led by LI Hua, Chairperson of the China Packaging Federation, visited the lab and jointly initiated the 2025 ‘Green Packaging Recycling China Tour’ with Henkel.

Modern-day packaging is expected to fulfil a whole host of requirements. It needs to protect products, meet growing consumer expectations in terms of sustainability, and support the circular economy – all while ensuring conformity with legal requirements, such as EU packaging regulations. At this year’s ‘Sustainability in Packaging’ conference in Barcelona and the ‘Sustainable Packaging Summit’ in Utrecht, Henkel will be presenting practical solutions to help companies overcome these challenges.