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The Versatile Furoic Acid: From Food to Pharmaceuticals
February 19, 2025 – Furoic Acid, an organic acid with the chemical formula C6H10O5 and a molecular weight of 162.14, is making waves across multiple industries with its unique properties. Derived from the fermentation and extraction of rice bran or grain residues, furoic acid boasts antioxidant and antibacterial effects, shining brightly in the food, pharmaceutical,…
Final Ruling on Anti-Dumping Duties for Chinese TiO2 in India Announced
February 19, 2025 – India Imposes Anti-Dumping Duties on Titanium Dioxide from China, Levied on a Specific Quantity Basis On February 12, 2025, India announced its final ruling, imposing anti-dumping duties on titanium dioxide (TiO2) originating from China, with the duties calculated based on the margin of injury. The levying of these duties will be…
CEPE Outlines Concerns and Next Steps Amid EU TiO2 Anti-Dumping Row
February 15, 2025 – The European Council of Paint, Printing Ink, and Artist’s Colours Manufacturers (CEPE) has expressed disappointment over the European Commission’s decision to impose anti-dumping duties on imports of titanium dioxide (TiO2) from China, according to recent reports in overseas media. In an interview, CEPE’s Managing Director, Christel Davidson, elaborated on the association’s…
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…
CPP Films: Leading the Way in Food Packaging and Beyond
February 13, 2025 – CPP Films: A Rising Star in the Packaging Industry with Versatile Applications Cast polypropylene (CPP) films, renowned for their exceptional clarity and uniform thickness, have emerged as a prominent player in the packaging sector. Produced through the cast extrusion process, these polypropylene films exhibit balanced properties in both machine and cross…
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…
Indian Ministry Halts Investigation: No Dumping Proven in Chinese Fastener Imports
February 11, 2025 – India’s Ministry of Commerce and Industry has made an announcement, deciding to terminate the anti-dumping investigation against fasteners originated in or imported from China. The decision was made on February 7, 2025, due to the lack of sufficient evidence provided by the domestic industry to prove the existence of dumping and…
Super Platform in the Making: Adnoc, OMV, and Nova Chemicals to Merge
February 11, 2025 – Major Consolidation Hits Global Energy and Chemical Industry: Adnoc and OMV Join Forces in Bid to Acquire Nova Chemicals The global energy and chemical industry has witnessed a wave of significant consolidations recently. Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (Adnoc) and Austrian energy group OMV have announced that they are in advanced…
US Ports Handle Massive Container Imports Before Tariff Deadline
February 11, 2025 – Record-Breaking US Container Imports in January Amid Tariff-Driven Stockpiling Frenzy As the looming “February 4th Tariff Day” threatened by Donald Trump drew near, the volume of container imports into the United States unexpectedly surged to an all-time high for the month of January. According to the latest data from Descartes, a…
Trump Declares ‘Back to Plastic’: A Challenge to Biden’s Straw Ban
February 9, 2025 – Trump Announces ‘Back to Plastic’ Initiative, Challenging Biden’s Plastic Straw Ban Former U.S. President Donald Trump took to his social media platform, Truth Social, on February 7th, to unveil a new policy statement. He announced his intention to halt the Biden administration’s plan to phase out plastic straws in favor of…