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From Freight Collapse to Inflation Spike: The Far-Reaching Effects of US-China Tariffs
April 30, 2025 – The Impact of US-China Tariff Dispute on Freight and Retail Sectors Since the United States announced its implementation of the reciprocal tariff policy on April 2, nearly a month has passed, and the freight traffic between China and the US has been severely hit. In the past three weeks, the booking…
Global Polypropylene Film Trade in Turmoil as South Korea Renews Anti-Dumping Measures
April 28, 2025 – As the global polypropylene film market witnesses intensifying competition, the shadow of trade disputes looms large once again. South Korea, a significant consumer and importer of such products, has recently made a trade decision that has sparked widespread attention. According to the “2025 – 2030 Global and Chinese Polypropylene Industry Market…
Thailand’s Automotive Coatings: From Production Decline to Future Growth Prospects
April 28, 2025 – In the automotive industry landscape of Southeast Asia, Thailand has emerged as a pivotal hub for vehicle manufacturing in recent years, thanks to its robust industrial ecosystem and supportive policies. As the automotive sector thrives, the country’s automotive coating industry has also come into the spotlight, showcasing a distinctive development trend…
The Complex Landscape of Carbon Black: Trends, Threats, and Triumphs
April 27, 2025 – As a crucial foundational material in the industrial sector, carbon black plays an indispensable role across numerous industries, and its industry dynamics have always been a focus of attention. Currently, the carbon black industry is evolving in a complex landscape, presenting both new opportunities and a series of challenges. The market…
PEEK’s Invasion of Humanoid Robots: From Components to Mass Production
April 27, 2025 – In the current wave of technological advancements, the humanoid robot sector is experiencing rapid growth, and the associated material technologies have captured significant attention. Recently, XPENG Motors unveiled its humanoid robot IRON at the Shanghai Auto Show, announcing plans for large – scale industrial mass production by 2026, which has sparked…
From Landfill to Recycling: Hong Kong’s Ambitious Producer Responsibility Scheme
April 22, 2025 – As a global metropolis, Hong Kong grapples with significant challenges in solid waste management. With a land area of just 1,113.76 square kilometers and a population of approximately 7.5342 million by the end of 2024, the region boasts a staggering population density of 6,765 people per square kilometer. In 2025, Hong…
FSSAI’s rPET Ruling: Catalyzing India’s Circular Economy in Packaging
April 22, 2025 – The packaging industry in India has received a significant policy boost. Recently, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) officially approved the use of recycled polyethylene terephthalate (rPET) for food contact materials. This decision is regarded as a crucial milestone in India’s journey towards sustainable development, poised to reshape…
Unveiling the World of Antibacterial Agents for Rubber & Plastic Materials
April 11, 2025 – In the application realm of rubber and plastic materials, a highly significant type of functional additive is quietly playing a crucial role. This is the antibacterial agent for rubber and plastic. The primary function of this additive is to inhibit or kill microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi, and molds on the…
From Garbage to Gold: Microwave – Driven Waste Plastic Recycling
April 10, 2025 – In the field of solid waste treatment, a new breakthrough by a research team has drawn extensive attention, bringing a new turn of events to the thorny problem of waste plastic disposal. Researchers such as Ma Wangjing from the Oil and Gas Development Center of the Technical Institute of Physics and…
Trump’s New Tariff Punch: Chinese Exports Face 54% Tax Burden
April 3, 2025 – In a bold and far-reaching move, former U.S. President Donald Trump has announced plans to impose steep tariffs on Chinese goods, escalating trade tensions between the two economic giants. On April 2, Eastern Time, Trump unveiled a “reciprocal tariff” policy targeting all trading partners, with a proposed 34% tariff specifically aimed…