Nature Coatings Launches BioBlack AR™ to Replace Traditional Asphalt Sealants
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LAS VEGAS, NV — MARCH 4, 2026 — Nature Coatings, an award-winning biochemical company turning wood waste into high-performance solutions, today announced the launch of BioBlack AR™, a revolutionary asphalt rejuvenator engineered to dramatically extend the duty cycle of pavement infrastructure. Designed for high-traffic environments—from municipal roadways to industrial logistics centers—BioBlack AR™ moves beyond surface-level coatings to deliver deep-penetrating structural preservation.
While the industry has historically relied on petroleum-based sealants that often become brittle and crack, BioBlack AR™ utilizes a proprietary penetrating formula that restores the flexibility of the asphalt binder. This performance-driven approach is proven to extend the service life of pavement by 30% and reduce aggregate raveling by over 50%.
“Our focus with BioBlack AR™ was to solve the biggest headache in pavement management: the high cost of frequent repairs,” said Jane Palmer, CEO of Nature Coatings. “By meeting the rigorous FAA P-632 standards, we are providing a product that performs under the most demanding conditions, ensuring safety through high skid resistance and durability that slashes long-term maintenance costs by up to 85%.”
As infrastructure owners face rising costs, BioBlack AR™ provides a high-performance alternative to hazardous coal tar sealants. The product maintains a high skid resistance (>48 mu) to ensure public safety while functioning as a 98.9% bio-based, carbon-neutral solution.
“BioBlack AR™ is the direct result of listening to the frustrations of facility managers and paving contractors,” added Ryan Cheng, Chief Revenue Officer. “We took a strictly customer-centric approach to development, focusing on the specific performance gaps of traditional sealers—like curing time, durability, and life-extension. We didn't just want to build a greener product; we wanted to build a better tool for the people who actually maintain our roads.”
In conjunction with the launch, Nature Coatings is debuting a biweekly newsletter specifically addressing asphalt rejuvenation. This resource will provide engineers and contractors with deep dives into pavement chemistry and technical insights into sustainable infrastructure.
About Nature Coatings
Global brands and manufacturers trust Nature Coatings BioBlack to deliver a durable and scalable replacement for carbon black that’s nontoxic and sustainably-sourced at a competitive price. Founded in 2017 by CEO Jane Palmer, the award-winning biochemicals company transforms wood waste into 100% bio-based, non-toxic and carbon-negative black pigments and dispersions. Its sustainably sourced products are used by a range of industries, including textiles, cosmetics, ink (packaging, textile and footwear), as well by plastics, paints, and coatings companies. Backed by prominent investors, including Regeneration.VC, Fashion for Good, The 22 Fund, and Leonardo DiCaprio, Nature Coatings bio-based black pigments and dispersions have been used by innovative global brands like Levi’s, the Kering Group, Bestseller’s Jack&Jones, and Selected HOMME, among others.