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September 10, 2024 – PP Market Oscillates Weakly Amid Cost Pressures and Supply-Demand Stalemate
September 10, 2024 – The PP (polypropylene) market continues to exhibit a weak and oscillating trend, lacking favorable drivers due to the weak cost side and a stalemate in supply and demand dynamics. Under cost pressures, numerous manufacturers have had to reduce their ex-factory prices, with no signs of recovery on the horizon. Internationally, the…
Hezhou City Achieves Significant Green Progress in Stone and Calcium Carbonate Industry
September 09, 2024 – In recent years, Hezhou City has achieved remarkable green development outcomes in the stone and calcium carbonate industry. The city has been dedicated to promoting the high-value and green transformation of the stone and calcium carbonate sector, gradually enhancing the industry’s green development level by establishing a comprehensive resource utilization system…
Titanium Dioxide Market Faces Price Adjustments Amid Cost Pressures and Weak Demand
September 09, 2024 – In August, the domestic titanium dioxide market underwent a slight price adjustment. Despite the continuous rise in the price of raw material titanium concentrate and the maintenance of high sulfuric acid prices, which provided strong cost support for titanium dioxide, the sluggish downstream demand remained unchanged. The market sentiment remained cautious,…
ABS Market Stays Steady Amid Crude Oil and Styrene Market Turbulence
September 06, 2024 – As September dawned, the crude oil market unexpectedly plunged, sparking shockwaves among industry insiders who had anticipated a vibrant “golden September” only to find themselves confronted with a “startling September” instead. Amidst this pervasive pessimism, however, the ABS market remained an island of calm, unswayed by the broader market turmoil. The…
August 2024: China’s Titanium Dioxide Production Rises Amid Stable Market Conditions
September 06, 2024 – China’s titanium dioxide sample enterprises reported a notable production figure of 370,200 tons in August 2024, marking a 4.31% increase from the previous month and a commendable 4.81% growth year-on-year. During this period, the utilization rate of titanium dioxide production facilities climbed to 75.86%, up 2.86 percentage points from the prior…
Polyethylene Market Weakens as Supply Increases and Demand Remains Slow
September 05, 2024 – According to domestic petrochemical inventory data, the polyolefin stockpile of two major oil companies has decreased by 30,000 tons to 750,000 tons compared to the previous day. In Shenhua’s bidding situation, the linear bidding volume stood at 850 tons today, with actual transactions amounting to 264 tons. However, both the bidding…
August 2024: Steady Growth in China’s Titanium Dioxide Production
September 05, 2024 – China’s titanium dioxide production showed a steady growth trend in August 2024. According to statistical data, the output of titanium dioxide sample devices reached 370,200 tons this month, representing a month-on-month increase of 4.31% and a year-on-year growth of 4.81%. This growth was primarily driven by the gradual resumption of production…
Titanium Dioxide Market Sees Price Hikes and New Investment Opportunities
September 04, 2024 – Titanium dioxide producers in the international market have recently initiated a wave of price hikes. Titanium dioxide, a crucial inorganic chemical pigment, is characterized by its particle size as a key indicator of quality. The smaller the particle size, the better its covering power, dispersibility, and weather resistance. This material is…
Baoding Haorui Machinery: Leading the Global Plastic Recycling Revolution
September 04, 2024 – Baoding Haorui Machinery Manufacturing Co., Ltd., a professional enterprise that has been deeply involved in the field of plastic recycling equipment since 1992, has established a solid reputation globally thanks to its excellent product quality and extensive sales network. The company specializes in the production of PET bottle recycling equipment, as…
Recycled Plastics: Paving the Way for a Greener Chemical Industry
September 03, 2024 – In recent years, with the rising awareness of environmental protection, recycled plastics have gained increasing popularity in the chemical industry, attracting the attention of numerous chemical giants and renowned brands. Advances in additive technology have significantly enhanced the polymerization degree of virgin plastics, resulting in redundant performance during initial use. This…