Arun Sharma

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ABOUT ARUN SHARMA

I am a passionate R&D professional specializing in emulsion polymer synthesis, with hands-on experience in developing and optimizing acrylic, styrene-acrylic, and specialty acrylic emulsions for diverse applications in paints, coatings, and construction chemicals.My expertise includes the synthesis of alkyd and acrylic emulsions for wood coatings and decorative paints (Asian Paints experience), cardanol epoxy synthesis for protective coatings, and solid phenolic hardeners for rebar coating applications.I have worked extensively on:• Emulsions for paints, exterior coatings, and wood systems (sealers and topcoats)• Bio-based emulsions for the luggage industry and hybrid emulsions for wood coatings• PCRD-compatible and sustainable formulations• Benchmarking and decoding emulsions from leading global companies• Film-coating emulsions with tailored mechanical and surface properties• Application testing across paints, construction chemicals, and wood coatingsWith over 8 years of experience in multinational R&D environments, I have honed strong skills in polymer synthesis, product development, and formulation optimization. I am an adaptable, curious, and driven professional who believes in continuous learning and innovation.I’m always open to connecting and collaborating with professionals passionate about advancing polymer science, coatings technology, and sustainable material innovation.