Market Volatility or Tactical Move? BayChemical Halts Listing Plans
June 21, 2025 – AsiaMB Special Report: Qingdao BayChemical Halts IPO Amid Market Speculation In a surprising move that’s sending ripples through China’s specialty chemicals sector, Qingdao BayChemical has voluntarily withdrawn its Shanghai IPO application. The decision comes as the ethylene-based PVC leader completes construction on several high-value projects that industry experts believe could redefine…
Innovative Recycled Feedstock: BASF’s Step Towards Circular Economy with Braven PyChem®
March 24, 2025 – On March 11, 2025, BASF and Braven Environmental, a leader in advanced recycling, officially signed a groundbreaking supply agreement for Braven PyChem®. This innovative recycled feedstock, derived from mixed plastic waste, will partially replace fossil resources at BASF’s BTP plant in Port Arthur, Texas, marking a significant step forward in BASF’s…
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…
China Chemical Signs Major Contracts Worth Over 200 Billion Yuan in First Half of 2024
China Chemical recently announced that it had signed contracts worth a total of 203.569 billion yuan in the first half of 2024, with construction engineering contracts accounting for the majority, amounting to 194.434 billion yuan. These contracts cover multiple regions both domestically and internationally, with domestic contracts totaling 162.232 billion yuan and overseas contracts reaching…
Titanium Dioxide Market Shows Steady Trend with Slight Adjustments
July 31 news, The titanium dioxide market has been showing a steady yet slightly adjusted trend recently, with minimal fluctuations in market prices. As July comes to a close, certain brands of titanium dioxide have experienced a slight price increase due to tight supply caused by maintenance works and inventory adjustments at some enterprises. It’s…
DeepSeek’s Strategy Paves Way for Chemical Industry Transformation
February 20, 2025 – The chemical industry is on the brink of unprecedented opportunities and transformations as the AI wave surges forward. Recently, DeepSeek has successfully disrupted the long-standing “compute power stacking” model in the global AI industry with its innovative “low-cost + open-source approach” strategy, paving the way for the widespread application of AI…
Sealing Industry on the Rise: Embracing Opportunities through Innovation
December 4, 2024 – Sealing Industry Embraces New Growth Opportunities: Innovation and Service as Key to Success The sealing industry, a seemingly unassuming yet crucial sector, is poised for new growth opportunities amidst the booming development of automobiles, machinery, electronics, chemicals, and more. These small components, known as seals, bear the weight of ensuring the…
UHMWPE Fibers: The Premier Choice for Marine Industry Applications
September 25, 2024 – Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE) Fibers: A Rising Star in Marine Industries The significance of Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE) fibers in the marine sector is increasingly evident, with their application becoming the primary choice, accounting for a substantial 26% market share. This high-performance material has found widespread use in various…
Innovation Meets Demand: Sinopec’s Custom PP Solution Wins Over Malaysia
June 20, 2025 – AsiaMB Exclusive: Sinopec’s Transparent PP Breakthrough in Southeast Asia In a significant development for Asia’s color masterbatch industry, Zhenhai Refining & Chemical Company, a Sinopec subsidiary, has successfully introduced its innovative transparent polypropylene material to the Malaysian market. This milestone represents China’s growing prowess in high-end polyolefin exports to Southeast Asia….
Advancements in Color Masterbatch Technology Revolutionize Chemical Industry
July 31st news, Color masterbatch, a pivotal application in the chemical industry, has undergone remarkable progress in recent years. This technology involves the precise formulation of colorants, carrier resins, dispersants, and various additives to produce colored granules with specific concentrations. By incorporating appropriate amounts of these color masterbatches during the product forming process, manufacturers can…