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Waste Plastic Bottles Transformed into Polyester Fibers in Jieyang
October 27, 2024 – Innovative Recycling Practices Transform Waste Plastic Bottles into Polyester Staple Fibers in Puning, Jieyang An innovative environmental practice is being implemented in the production workshop of Guangdong Yuanhui Environmental Protection Fiber Co., Ltd. in Puning City, Jieyang. Discarded plastic bottles undergo a complex and meticulous process, including sorting, high-temperature flotation, crushing,…
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,…
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,…
Polypropylene Market Struggles Amid Falling Crude Oil Prices
October 23, 2024 – Polypropylene Market Faces Challenges Amidst Falling Crude Oil Prices The polypropylene market has been experiencing a sluggish performance, influenced by a combination of factors. The continuous decline in crude oil prices has significantly weakened the cost support, causing futures markets to retreat from their highs. This shift has generally dampened market…
Shandong Port’s Sea-Rail Express Boosts Titanium Dioxide Exports
October 23, 2024 – Shandong Port Logistics Group has announced the successful launch of a new sea-rail express line connecting Jiaozuo, Henan Province, with Qingdao Port in Shandong since July. This innovative initiative links inland cargo sources with maritime resources through an efficient sea-rail transportation mode, opening up a fast and efficient logistics channel for…
Japanese Nano-Calcium Carbonate Firms Lead Global Market with Advanced Technologies
October 23, 2024 – Japanese Nano-Calcium Carbonate Industry Demonstrates Robust Strength, with Multiple Companies Leading the Global Market Japanese companies such as Shiroishi Kogyo Co., Ltd., Maruo Calcium, and Takehara Chemical have established a prominent presence in the nano-calcium carbonate sector, thanks to their advanced technologies and extensive experience. Shiroishi Kogyo, a pioneer in the…
Syensqo’s Changshu Base Achieves Key Milestone in Polymer Composite Material Expansion
October 22, 2024 – Syensqo Corporation has recently announced the successful completion of trial production for the first phase of its polymer composite material expansion and renovation project at its production base in Changshu. This significant milestone was achieved during the third quarter of this year. The first phase of the project boasts a “quick-change…
Titanium Market Insights: China’s September Imports Decline, Yet Yearly Growth Persists
October 21, 2024 – China’s titanium ore imports in September experienced a notable decline compared to the previous month, yet remained resilient on a year-over-year basis. Specifically, the nation imported a total of 268,000 tonnes of titanium ore, marking a substantial 57.1% decrease from August. However, this figure still represented a 6.2% increase when compared…
Zhongding Holding and Celanese Ink Global Strategic Partnership in Shanghai
October 21, 2024 – A new chapter in global strategic collaboration has been penned by Anhui Zhongding Holding (Group) and Celanese, as the two giants forged a partnership in Shanghai. The alliance encompasses a broad spectrum of product lines, including Vamac® AEM, Santoprene® TPV, and Zytel® LCPA, signaling an extensive and profound collaboration in engineering…
Tianjin (Zhongda) Group’s Major Investment in Yangquan: First Phase Nears Completion
October 21, 2024 – A significant investment project in the outskirts of Yangquan, Shanxi Province, spearheaded by Tianjin (Zhongda) Group Co., Ltd., has reached a pivotal stage. The first phase of the Yangquan Jinwang Building Materials Factory, an automated production line capable of producing 1.5 million tons of calcium carbonate aggregates annually, is now undergoing…