With the increasing global awareness of environmental protection and increasingly strict regulations, the development and application of environmentally friendly leveling agents have become an important trend in the coating industry. The increasing demand for environmentally friendly products from consumers is driving paint companies to transition towards green production. The increasingly strict environmental regulations formulated by governments and international organizations restrict or prohibit the use of harmful substances, prompting the paint industry to adopt more environmentally friendly leveling agents.

Research and develop bio based leveling agents based on renewable resources, such as vegetable oil derivatives, starch based materials, etc., to reduce dependence on petroleum resources and lower environmental burden. By using polymer chemistry methods to modify existing leveling agents, their environmental performance can be improved while maintaining or enhancing their functionality. Nanomaterials, due to their unique physical and chemical properties, have been applied in the development of leveling agents to achieve more efficient and environmentally friendly leveling effects.

Some countries and regions implement tax incentives for environmentally friendly products, encouraging companies to use environmentally friendly leveling agents. The government and research institutions provide funding support and technical guidance for the development of environmentally friendly leveling agents, promoting technological innovation and industrial upgrading.