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Compostable Biopolymer Packaging: 2025’s Catalyst for Sustainable Packaging Revolution
May 28, 2025 – The second half of the 2020s has witnessed a rapid rise of compostable biopolymer packaging, emerging as a pivotal driver of transformation in the packaging industry. With increasingly stringent regulations, heightened consumer environmental awareness, and continuous technological innovations, this sector is reshaping the global landscape of sustainable development. According to insights…
Jotun Nails 3C Certification in China, Powers Through Q1 with Strong Growth
May 27, 2025 – As China prepares to enforce a new regulation mandating that water – based interior wall paints listed in the mandatory 3C certification catalog must obtain the 3C mark and certification before entering the market starting July 1, 2025, global paint giant Jotun has announced a significant achievement in the Chinese market.…
K 2025 Sets New Sustainability Standard with Reusable Cup Initiative
May 27, 2025 – The Düsseldorf Exhibition Centre in Germany is set to take a significant step towards sustainability at the upcoming K 2025 International Plastics and Rubber Industry Exhibition. The centre will launch its “Groundbreaking Sustainability Initiative”, which will see the debut of a reusable cup system in all bars and restaurants during the…
Policy, Innovation and Giants: How Jieshou Became China’s Plastic Recycling Hub
May 27, 2025 – The “China (Jieshou) Circular Economy Development Index (2024)” has been recently released. The data indicates that in 2024, Jieshou’s circular economy industry witnessed a remarkable upsurge, with its industry index soaring to 196.76 points, nearly doubling within four years. Relying on scientific planning and innovation – driven strategies, Jieshou’s plastic recycling…
From Lisbon to Legacy: How PSGE 2025 Aims to Rewire Plastics Sustainability
May 26, 2025 – Global Plastics Summit 2025 to Ignite Sustainability Revolution in Lisbon The second edition of the Plastics Summit Global Event (PSGE) is set to convene in Lisbon, Portugal, on October 6, 2025, under the joint stewardship of Brazil’s, Spain’s, Mexico’s, and Portugal’s leading plastic industry associations. Building on the momentum of its 2022…
POE in China’s Dual-Carbon Era: Bridging Demand Surge and Import Dependency
May 26, 2025 – POE Emerges as Key Material in China’s Dual-Carbon Drive, But Import Reliance Persists In the global petrochemical landscape, polyolefin elastomers (POE) are gaining traction as a premium material driven by their unique molecular architecture and superior performance attributes. Under China’s “Dual Carbon” strategy and the automotive industry’s push for lightweighting, POE demand…
From Germany to Changzhou: MIXACO Launches Hub for Industrial Mixing Tech in Asia
May 26, 2025 – MIXACO Strengthens Asian Footprint with Fully Owned Subsidiary in China’s Manufacturing Hub Global industrial mixing technology leader MIXACO GmbH has announced a strategic milestone in its Asia-Pacific expansion with the establishment of MIXACO Machinery Technology (Changzhou) Co., Ltd. Located at Unit 1, Workshop 3, Global Logistics Park, 835 Hanjiang West Road, Xinbei…
Greening Coal Chemistry: Kaixin Energy’s 11.8B RMB Pilot Project Sparks Public Consultation
May 26, 2025 – Ningxia Kaixin Energy Unveils Public Consultation for Advanced Coal-to-Chemicals Pilot Project Ningxia Kaixin Energy Technology Co., Ltd., a newly established chemical manufacturing enterprise based in Yinchuan, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, has initiated public engagement for the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) of its flagship “Advanced Coal-Based Chemicals Demonstration Project.” The venture, slated for…
From Silicon to Sustainability: Huntsman’s High-Purity Chemicals Push
May 26, 2025 – Huntsman Bolsters Semiconductor Chemicals Portfolio with Conroe Plant Expansion Global chemical leader Huntsman Corporation has unveiled a major investment to expand its specialty products facility in Conroe, Texas, targeting soaring demand for ultra-high-purity chemicals in the global semiconductor industry. The move addresses critical raw material needs for advanced-node chip manufacturing, where purity…
Shine and Subtlety: How Pearlescent and Matte Masterbatches Redefine Plastic Aesthetics
May 23, 2025 – In the plastics industry, the optical appeal of products—particularly their luster and texture—plays a pivotal role in defining both aesthetic value and functionality. Pearlescent masterbatch and matte masterbatch, two distinct optical modification materials, offer contrasting visual and tactile experiences: one mimicking the iridescent shimmer of natural pearls, the other creating a…