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The Challenge of Green Straws: Navigating Cost and Sustainability in the Plastic Industry
March 5, 2025 – The Debate Over Straws Reignites Focus on Single-Use Plastics The recent controversy over straws across the ocean has once again brought single-use plastic products into the public spotlight. The Trump administration’s executive order to halt the procurement and mandatory use of paper straws, shifting back to promoting plastic straws, has sparked…
The Fascinating World of White Carbon Black: From Raw Material to Versatile Application
March 5, 2025 – Delve into the World of White Carbon Black: An Ancient Craftsmanship Redefined White carbon black, a traditional and unique craft, embodies the essence of craftsmanship and skill in its handmade production process. Today, let’s embark on a journey into the fascinating world of white carbon black craftsmanship, from the meticulous selection…
The Blue Revolution: Deep-Sea Enzyme Transforms Marine Pollution and Global Markets
February 23, 2025 – A groundbreaking announcement has been made by the Chinese Academy of Environmental Sciences and China Shipbuilding Group: the new marine plastic-degrading enzyme, “OceanClean 1,” has successfully achieved industrial-scale production. Concurrently, the two parties have launched an ambitious 30-year plan to clear the Pacific Garbage Patch using their self-built 10,000-ton cleanup fleet….
“Artificial Leaf” Technology Paves the Way for Cleaner Fuel Production
February 17, 2025 – An international research team has made a groundbreaking discovery in the field of energy conversion, successfully developing an innovative “artificial leaf” device. This device mimics the photosynthesis process of plants, cleverly utilizing solar energy to convert carbon dioxide into clean fuels and chemicals. The research, a collaborative effort between prestigious institutions…
Diverging PLA Price Trends: Europe vs. US in 2025
February 13, 2025 – PLA Price Trends Diverge in Europe and US Amid Demand Shifts and Logistical Hurdles In the first half of January 2025, the price trends of polylactic acid (PLA), a bioplastic, diverged significantly between the European and US markets. While European prices saw an upward trajectory, the US market remained steady. This…
AkzoNobel Plans India Exit, Triggers High-Stakes Bidding War
February 12, 2025 – AkzoNobel, a multinational coatings giant with a seven-decade-long presence in India, is reportedly planning a complete exit from the Indian market and is looking to divest its Indian subsidiary. The company has recently concluded the bidding process for the sale of its stake in the Indian arm. In a fiercely contested…
Plastic Industry on Edge After Trump’s Tariff and Policy Announcements
February 12, 2025 – The plastic industry is buzzing with anticipation following two recent moves by former U.S. President Trump, which are poised to have far-reaching implications for the sector. In a bold decision, Trump announced the imposition of steep tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports into the United States. This unwavering stance, with…
Tariff Policies Prompt Coca-Cola to Consider Packaging Changes
February 12, 2025 – During an earnings call on February 11th, James Quincey, CEO of The Coca-Cola Company, revealed that the company might adjust its packaging strategy, reducing the use of aluminum cans and shifting towards plastic bottles, if the latest round of tariff policies proposed by U.S. President Donald Trump are implemented. Just a…
Cabot Corporation Sees Growth in Reinforcement Materials, Thanks to Strong Markets
February 11, 2025 – Cabot Corporation’s Reinforcement Materials Division Sees Sales Surge, Driven by Asian and European Markets Cabot Corporation has recently announced impressive sales figures for its Reinforcement Materials division, which specializes in the production of carbon black for rubber reinforcement. The division has witnessed a significant uptick in sales, primarily fueled by robust…
Asia Peixi Raises Nearly 100M Yuan to Expand Metallocene Poly-Alpha-Olefin Production
February 8, 2025 – Asia Peixi Technology (Hangzhou) Secures Nearly 100 Million Yuan in Financing to Boost Production Expansion Asia Peixi Technology (Hangzhou) Co., Ltd. has announced the completion of a nearly 100 million yuan financing round, led by Shengshi Investment with Yiren Capital serving as the exclusive financial advisor. The funds raised will primarily…