Chemical Recycling Takes Center Stage in Kashima’s Plastic Circular Economy Push
February 20, 2025 – Kashima City, Japan, and Five Companies Join Forces for Plastic Packaging Circular Recycling On February 14, 2025, Kashima City, Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan, along with REFINVERSE Co., Ltd., Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation, Toyo Seikan Group Holdings Co., Ltd., Kewpie Corporation, and Casumi Co., Ltd., signed a comprehensive partnership agreement. The collaboration aims to…
PVC Industry Pushes for Mercury-Free Production Amid Environmental Pressures
February 20, 2025 – PVC Industry Embraces Mercury-Free Production Amid Growing Environmental Concerns Polyvinyl chloride (PVC), a versatile plastic material widely used in construction, packaging, healthcare, electronics, and more, is increasingly under the spotlight for its environmental impact during production. The traditional calcium carbide method of PVC production, which relies on mercury-based catalysts, has posed…
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…
Vietnam Gears Up for International 3D Printing and Additive Manufacturing Extravaganza
February 20, 2025 – The 2025 Vietnam (Northern) International 3D Printing Technology and Additive Manufacturing Exhibition is set to open with a bang. Scheduled to take place from November 5 to 7, 2025, at the Khanh Bac Convention Center (KBCC) in Bac Ninh Province, Vietnam, the event has received strong support from the Ministry of…
Custom Wig Production Gets a Green Makeover with Bio-Polyurethane
February 20, 2025 – Mitsui Chemicals and comprehensive hair salon service provider ARTNATURE have recently announced a groundbreaking collaboration to produce custom wig molds using bio-based polyurethane materials starting from February 2025. This innovative move is set to revolutionize the wig manufacturing industry. In the production process of custom wigs, 3D scanners are first used…
Huntsman Reports Q4 Loss Amid Market Challenges, Plans Cost-Cutting Measures
February 19, 2025 – Huntsman Corporation (NYSE: HUN) recently released its fourth-quarter 2024 financial results, reporting revenues of 1.452billion.Unfortunately,thecompanyincurredanetlossof141 million, with an adjusted net loss reaching 43million.However,adjustedEBITDAremainedatalevelof71 million. Following the release of the earnings report, Peter R. Huntsman, Chairman, President, and CEO of Huntsman Corporation, stated that the fourth-quarter performance was generally in line with the company’s…
The Growing Importance of Ethane in the Global Chemical Industry
February 19, 2025 – Ethane Cracking for Ethylene Production: A Growing Trend in the Global Chemical Industry Ethane cracking is increasingly becoming the preferred method for ethylene production worldwide, thanks to its economic advantages that have captured the attention of numerous companies. Recently, Wanhua Chemical announced plans to diversify the raw materials for its existing…
The Rising Popularity of WPC Decking: Advantages and Considerations
February 19, 2025 – Wood-Plastic Composite Decking: A Versatile and Eco-Friendly Building Material with Varying Price Points Wood-plastic composite (WPC) decking has emerged as a prominent building material in today’s market, captivating homeowners and contractors alike. However, its pricing cannot be generalized due to a multitude of influencing factors. Brand reputation, specifications, material composition, and…
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…
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,…