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…
Sustainable Future: Clariant Unveils PFAS-Free Portfolio and Innovation Plans
December 1, 2024 – Clariant Leads Industry Transformation with PFAS-Free Additive Portfolio Clariant has successfully completed its transition to a fully PFAS-free additive portfolio by the end of 2023, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to sustainability and customer-centric innovation. As global regulatory scrutiny over PFAS substances intensifies, Clariant’s proactive strategy underscores its forward-thinking…
Decoding the Complexity of Black Color Masterbatch in Plastic Production
December 6, 2024 – Unraveling the Essentials of Black Color Masterbatch for Plastic Production In the realm of plastic molding and processing, black color masterbatch stands as a pivotal additive known to all. Its versatility spans across, anti-aging, and electrically conductive products. However, manufacturers frequently encounter challenges when using it. Today, AsiaMB delves into the…
Transforming India’s Plastic Industry: New Policies and Opportunities
February 8, 2025 – India’s Bold Moves in Combating Plastic Pollution: A Push for Sustainable Packaging by 2030 India’s government has been actively tackling the global challenge of plastic pollution in recent years, unveiling a series of policies aimed at promoting sustainable plastic packaging. The ambitious target is to ensure that all plastic packaging contains…
Tianchen and Pupuk Kaltim Ink Landmark Soda Ash Deal
February 8, 2025 – China’s Tianchen Company and Indonesia’s Pupuk Kaltim Ink Landmark Soda Ash Project Contract In a significant move that marks a new chapter in Sino-Indonesian chemical cooperation, China National Chemical Engineering’s Tianchen Company and Indonesia’s Pupuk Kaltim have successfully signed a turnkey contract for a soda ash project. The signing ceremony witnessed…
An Overview of Polypropylene (PP) Pipes: Types and Applications
August 21, 2024 – Polypropylene (PP) pipes, a common thermoplastic piping material, are widely used due to their lightweight, high strength, corrosion resistance, and high-temperature tolerance. In this article, we will delve into the various types of PP pipes and their distinct characteristics. PP pipes are primarily classified into several types: PP-H, PP-B, PP-R, PP-RCT,…
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…
A Step Forward in Plastic Recycling: trinamiX at the European Plastics Recycling Show
March 26, 2025 – trinamiX, a leading provider of mobile spectroscopic solutions and a subsidiary of BASF, is set to make a splash at the 2025 European Plastics Recycling Show (PRSE) in Amsterdam, Netherlands. At the event, trinamiX will showcase its versatile technology for identifying various types of plastics and textiles, marking a significant step…
Microplastic – Filtering Treatment Sparks Debate in Healthcare World
April 19, 2025 – A highly – debated service has emerged in the healthcare sector. Clarify Clinics, a high – end medical clinic based in London, UK, has launched a customized service claiming to remove microplastics from human blood, causing a stir within the industry. The blood filtration service named “Clari” (plasmapheresis) comes with a…
The Dual Role of Petroleum Coke: Industrial Star and Eco-Challenge
February 24, 2025 – Petroleum Coke: Industrial Fuel Star Navigates Eco-Friendly Transformation In the fascinating journey of oil refining, a byproduct named petroleum coke emerges as a star. This black solid, with varying forms ranging from fine powder to large chunks, is the “metamorphosis” of heavy residual oil left after distillation, cracking, and other processes….