Borax also invests in researching and developing new applications for borates, and new formulations to improve existing applications. Current projects include: Borates in ceramic tile bodies, to lower energy usage and increase tile strength Borates in wood treatment products to create a safe barrier to wood destroying organisms Borates as a treatment for stainless steel slags that allows this waste materials to be recycled and used in roads Borates to replace harsher chemicals and reduce energy usage at paper mills Zinc borates in polymers and textiles to increase their flame retardancy Borates as a hydrogen carrier in safe, clean-burning fuel cells to power automobiles and batteries

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