Global Petrochemical Landscape: Trends, Pressures, and Prospects
October 26, 2024 – Global Petrochemical Capacity Faces Challenges Amidst Shifting Landscapes The global petrochemical industry is currently grappling with a lull in capacity building, yet the overhang of excess capacity remains a persistent hurdle. Xiao Bing, Deputy Director of the Marketing Research Institute at Sinopec’s Economic and Technology Research Institute, highlights that future expansions…
CBC: A Game-Changer in the Chemical Industry
October 26, 2024 – Revolutionary Cyclic Block Copolymer (CBC) Making Waves in Chemical Industry A new type of olefin copolymer, Cyclic Block Copolymer (CBC), is creating ripples in the chemical industry. This polymer material is produced through the copolymerization of vinyl aromatic hydrocarbons and conjugated olefins, followed by a unique and efficient catalytic hydrogenation process….
Exploring the Future: The Role of Technology in Shaping Society
October 26, 2024 – The global emphasis on sustainability has increasingly shone the spotlight on the application of recycled plastics within the plastics industry. Recently, in-depth discussions have arisen surrounding the utilization of recycled plastics and design for recyclability. In the design-for-recyclability guidelines published by authoritative bodies such as APR, Recyclass, and the China Plastic…
The Future of Polyolefin: China’s Focus on Sustainability and Innovation
October 25, 2024 – China’s Polyolefin Industry Embarks on a Technological Revolution China’s polyolefin industry, a pivotal branch of the new material industry, is undergoing a significant transformation. Polyolefin products not only occupy a substantial market share but also play an irreplaceable role across various sectors. Recently, the nation has witnessed several breakthroughs in polyolefin…
Innovations in Transparent Polypropylene: A Booming Industry
October 25, 2024 – Transparent Polypropylene Industry in China: Thriving and Innovating In recent years, China’s transparent polypropylene (PP) industry has witnessed robust growth, with production and sales consistently rising, making it one of the fastest-growing varieties of polypropylene products. The continuous introduction of new processes and varieties has led to an expansion in the…
The Boom of China’s Ethylene Industry and Its Global Impact
October 25, 2024 – China’s ethylene production capacity has been on a steady growth trajectory, solidifying its position as a key player in the global market. In 2022, China surpassed the United States to become the world’s largest ethylene producer, with its capacity accounting for over 50% of Asia’s total. Looking ahead, China’s ethylene production…
Innovating Plastic Safety: Elementis Introduces CHARGUARD™ Flame Retardant Synergists
October 25, 2024 – Elementis, a global leader in specialty additives, has recently announced the expansion of its product line with the addition of plastic compounding applications, and the grand introduction of CHARGUARD™ organic clay-based flame retardant synergists. This innovative product is designed to significantly enhance the anti-dripping and charring efficiency of non-halogenated flame retardants,…
Mastering Transparent Plastics: From Material Selection to Injection Molding
October 25, 2024 – Plastic’s Ascendancy in Modern Industrial Applications: A Focus on Transparent Plastics In the relentless pursuit of enhanced material performance for modern industrial and daily products, plastics have emerged as a formidable contender, steadily replacing glass, particularly in optical instruments and packaging. This transition is primarily attributed to plastics’ advantages, including lightweight,…
Combating Plastic Aging: Causes, Effects, and Solutions
October 24, 2024 – Understanding Plastic Aging: Causes, Effects, and Prevention Plastic, an indispensable material in modern life, has always been under the spotlight for its performance and longevity. However, like humans undergoing aging and eventual demise, plastics too experience a gradual decline in performance due to aging. This article delves into the essence, manifestations,…
South Korea and Saudi Arabia Impose Restrictions on Chinese Chemical Imports
October 24, 2024 – South Korea and Saudi Arabia Impose Anti-Dumping Measures on Chinese PET Resin and Titanium Dioxide In a recent move, the South Korean government has announced plans to implement anti-dumping measures on PET resin imported from China. According to a report by CaiLian Press, the Trade Commission of the Ministry of Trade,…