Chemicals are essential for a functioning society, but the choice of substances and processes determines their impact on the environment and health. As legislation tightens, PFAS are phased out and sustainability requirements increase, companies and the public sector face the challenge of finding safer alternatives that maintain functionality and competitiveness.
RISE helps you navigate chemical issues throughout the entire chain – from identifying problematic substances and analysing unknown samples to finding safer alternatives, optimising processes and understanding legislation. We combine chemical analysis, toxicological evaluation and process development to provide you with concrete, sustainable solutions. Through guidance, tools and training, you receive support to systematically phase out hazardous chemicals. With digitised processes and advanced sensors, we optimise production to reduce resource and energy consumption.
From substitution and process optimisation to toxicology and legislation, RISE experts work at the intersection of chemistry, technology and regulations. Together, we solve chemical challenges that require an interdisciplinary approach.
The Chemicals Group is a network that gives companies in the textile and electronics industries access to the latest knowledge and expert support on chemical management and sustainability.
The Swedish Centre for Chemical Substitution guides companies, organisations and the public sector in their work to identify hazardous chemicals and find better alternatives, in everything from products to processes.
– The Swedish Centre for Chemical Substitution supports companies and the public sector in identifying and replacing PFAS and other hazardous chemicals with safer alternatives.
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Chemical analysis and problem solving
– analyses unknown samples and solves chemical problems in products, materials and processes.
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Networks and expertise
– provides members of the Chemicals Group with market intelligence, legislative support and experience sharing in the textile and electronics sectors.
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Testing in Testbed PFAS
– evaluates purification techniques for PFAS contamination and tests PFAS-free alternatives in real-world environments.
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Digitised chemical processes
– helps you optimise production while reducing resource and energy consumption.
From substitution and process optimisation to toxicology and legislation, RISE experts work at the intersection of chemistry, technology and regulations. Together, we solve chemical challenges that require an interdisciplinary approach.
From new materials to cleaner processes and safer alternatives, RISE runs development projects that address chemical challenges in practice. Find out more about our ongoing work and collaboration opportunities.
The Chemicals Group brings together stakeholders from the textile and electronics industries to monitor the market, provide legislative support, and share experience. The Substitution Centre provides access to tools and networks to support the systematic phase-out of chemicals.
Read about the successes of chemical substitutions, process improvements and new knowledge gained from RISE's work. The articles provide practical examples and insights to inspire your own work.
The Testbed PFAS project evaluates purification techniques and PFAS-free alternatives in realistic conditions. The infrastructure, combined with advanced sensors and digitalisation tools, provides an opportunity to test and verify solutions before implementation.
Phasing out hazardous substances and optimising chemical processes requires the right support. RISE offers services that guide you through the process of identifying problems and implementing solutions, whether that involves substitution, process improvement or regulatory compliance.
Gain an understanding of chemical legislation, learn how to use substitution tools, and develop the capacity to manage chemicals systematically. RISE training courses provide the practical knowledge needed to make a real difference in everyday life.
Name of service (page headline, shown in promos – maximum of 70 characters incl. spaces):Encapsulation of active substancesLead (include SEO-words and the main benefits for your target groups. Stick to one paragraph, maximum 2-3 sentences):
Active substances are found in a wide range of products, from antimicrobial agents in wound care to nutrients in food. By encapsulating these substances in microscopic reservoirs, it is possible to both protect them from chemical degradation and control their release over time.
Purpose/Benefit:
Encapsulation techniques are today essential in several application areas, such as agriculture, medical devices, food, and personal care products. For example, biocides or antimicrobial agents can be encapsulated in wound care products to extend their effectiveness, or nutrients in food to improve their stability and uptake into the body.
Encapsulation serves two main functions:
Protection against degradation By isolating sensitive substances from the surrounding environment, their chemical stability can be preserved, enabling longer shelf life and maintained efficacy.
Controlled release Encapsulation enables controlled release of active substances, improving resource efficiency and reducing overdosing or waste. This also extends the functional lifespan of the product. Formulations can be tailored to achieve different release profiles – from slow, continuous release over hours to years, to stimuli-responsive release triggered by light, temperature changes, or pH shifts.
Method (what/which methods are used to perform the service):
RISE can assist with feasibility studies on a laboratory scale to develop and optimize processes for encapsulating active substances in micro- or nanoscale reservoirs. Depending on the chemical properties of the active substance (water solubility, charge, functional groups), several formulation methods can be used, including:
Internal phase separation for the formulation of polymeric micro- and nanoparticles with controllable morphology.
Encapsulation of water-soluble substances in solidified double emulsions with an aqueous core..
Formulation and encapsulation in porous silica particles.
Formulation and encapsulation in microgels.
Instrumentation and analysis Within RISE, there is expertise to evaluate the structure and morphology of the formulated particles, interactions between the delivery vehicles and the active substance, and encapsulation capacity: • Light, fluorescence, and electron microscopy • FTIR spectroscopy • UV-vis spectrophotometry • Gas and liquid chromatography
Delivery (what does the client get after performed service – e.g. a report, certificate etc.):
Our goal is to deliver customized solutions for the encapsulation of active substances, tailored to meet each customer’s unique needs. Deliverables may include optimized process parameters summarized in a report or formulated micro- and nanoparticles containing active substances. The encapsulated active substance can also be further formulated for use as a component in, for example, functional fibers, paints and other surface coatings, or 3D-printed structures.
Area: Circular transition Formulated products Infection control Agriculture Life Science Pharmaceuticals Maritime Material transition Medical devices New therapiesContact person (Enter one name per field. Activated personal contact pages will appear automatically): Viktor Kallebäck, Forskare Markus Andersson Trojer, Forskare
Field measurements:NoPrice type:1Division:Division Materials and IndustryPreparation:No preparation requiredCertification and marking:Not applicableType of service:Innovation servicesInstrument:Not applicableGeneral area:Not applicable
