The Future of Plastics: Advancements in POP, POE, and OBC Technology
October 26, 2024 – Ethylene and advanced α-olefin copolymers are attracting significant attention in the plastics industry due to their unique physical cross-linking properties and thermoplastic elastomer behavior. Among them, ethylene-octene copolymers stand out as a rapidly developing category and have become the preferred material in numerous applications. Dow’s Polyolefin Plastomers (POP) Affinity and Polyolefin…
Unveiling the Importance of White Masterbatch in Everyday Plastics
November 28, 2024 – White Masterbatch: The Unsung Hero of Plastic Manufacturing White masterbatch, a plastic additive that may seem unfamiliar to many yet is omnipresent in our daily lives, plays a pivotal role in the plastics industry. From injection molding and blow molding to household appliances, toys, packaging materials, and automotive construction, white masterbatch…
Ingeo Extend Platform: Revolutionizing Compostable Packaging Solutions
March 27, 2025 – Amid the global wave of sustainability, the packaging industry is actively pursuing innovations and applications of eco-friendly materials. Biobased and biodegradable materials, with their remarkable environmental friendliness, are emerging as the new darlings of the packaging sector. Recently, NatureWorks, a giant in biomaterial manufacturing, announced a significant breakthrough with the launch…
From Wheat to Wonders: Normandy Bioplastics Venture to Produce PLA, Antimicrobials, and Eco-Solvents
May 29, 2025 – A groundbreaking advancement has emerged in Europe’s bioplastics sector as Belgium-based Futerro partners with Yinhe Group to establish an integrated production hub in Normandy, France, dedicated to bioplastics manufacturing and high-value chemical development. The ambitious project, valued at €500 million, aims to create a comprehensive supply chain from agricultural feedstocks to…
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,…
PVC Powder Market in Crisis: Profitability Plummets Amid Weak Demand
February 19, 2025 – PVC Powder Market Faces Chilly Winds as Profitability Plummets The PVC powder market has been caught in a cold spell in recent years, with persistent weak demand and a growing glut leading to a relentless slide in prices. This dire situation has severely impacted the profitability of the industry, with most…
LG Chem Invests in Zhongyin Plastics, Strengthening Plastic Recycling Collaboration
October 16, 2024 – LG Chem, a leading chemical company, has recently announced its investment in Guangdong Zhongyin Plastics Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as “Zhongyin Plastics”), with a capital injection of RMB 1.15 million, acquiring a 4.7619% share in the company. This move signifies LG Chem’s high recognition of Zhongyin Plastics and heralds a…
From Graphene to ‘Virus Maze’: How Advanced Fibers Are Combating Pathogens
June 29, 2025 – Breakthrough Antiviral Fiber Technologies Reshape Protective Equipment Landscape The global fiber industry is witnessing revolutionary advancements in antiviral material development, with cutting-edge nanotechnology enabling next-generation protective solutions. Leading manufacturers are leveraging masterbatch compounding techniques to create fibers with unprecedented virus-fighting capabilities. At the forefront of innovation, Fujian Yongrong Jinjiang’s antiviral nylon…
Discover Innovation at the Vietnam Plastics & Rubber Exhibition 2025
February 26, 2025 – The Vietnam International Plastics and Rubber Exhibition 2025 is set to take place from March 18 to 20, marking a prestigious national-level industrial event in Vietnam renowned for its international reach, professionalism, and trade opportunities. Since its inception in 2005, the exhibition has witnessed a steady growth in scale and influence,…
Tongkun Holding’s $28M Bet: A Closer Look at Asia’s Newest Masterbatch Plant
July 5, 2025 – Zhejiang Youze Materials Unveils Cutting-Edge Masterbatch Production Facility AsiaMB Exclusive – A new era in color masterbatch manufacturing has begun at Zhejiang Youze Materials Technology’s Shimen Industrial Park complex. The company’s recently commissioned production line combines international technology with domestic innovation to create a world-class manufacturing operation. The facility features three…