Brewing Trouble: Study Warns of Microplastic Contamination in Popular Tea Bags
December 21, 2024 – Study Unveils Hidden Health Risks of Popular Tea Bags A recent study conducted by researchers at the University of Alabama at Birmingham has shed light on the concealed dangers lurking in the seemingly innocuous tea bags found on store shelves. The research, published in the latest edition of Environmental Chemistry, reveals…
Advancements in Solving High Carbon Black Content Issues in PP Masterbatch
November 28, 2024 – Innovations in PP Color Masterbatch Production Tackle Challenges of High Carbon Black Content The production of PP color masterbatch with over 40% carbon black content has long been plagued by issues such as breakage and contamination. Industry experts are actively exploring solutions through process optimization and formula adjustments to enhance production…
UK’s Plastic Packaging Tax Overhaul: New Rules from 2027
May 8, 2025 – The UK’s HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) recently announced significant changes to the Plastic Packaging Tax (PPT) set to take effect from April 2027. This move is part of the UK’s broader effort to drive sustainability in the plastic packaging industry and will have far – reaching implications for businesses involved….
Recycled Plastics: A Booming Market with High Demand
February 28, 2025 – Innovative Processing Breathes New Life into Recycled Plastics Recycled plastics, a vital component of plastic recycling, are being revitalized through innovative processing techniques. This process entails not only physical treatments like shredding with mechanical blades but also encompasses a series of meticulous operations such as melting, pelletizing, and modification, aimed at…
Advancing Plastic Recycling: AaCut10 Enzyme Shows High Potential for Industrial PBAT Degradation
November 19, 2024 – A groundbreaking study published in the international academic journal, Journal of Hazardous Materials, reveals a significant advancement in the field of biodegradable plastic degradation. A team led by Sun Chaomin from the Chinese Academy of Sciences’ Institute of Oceanology has successfully isolated two highly efficient enzymes from the marine fungus Alternaria…
New Growth in China’s New Materials Industry: Xianhe Aimide’s Meta-Aramid Project
December 21, 2024 – Zhejiang Xianhe Aimide New Material Co., Ltd. has reached a significant milestone with the commencement of trial production for its 6,000-ton annual meta-aramid material project. This marks a new growth point for the development of new materials in the region. The project, with a total investment of approximately RMB 1.1351 billion,…
Advancing PEEK: The Future of High-Performance Polymers through Modification
December 13, 2024 – Recent advancements in the modification technology of Polyetheretherketone (PEEK) have once again captured the attention of the chemical industry. As a high-performance polymer, PEEK’s modification research continues to evolve, aiming to enhance its mechanical properties, tribological performance, and biocompatibility through innovative approaches to meet the demands of various applications. In the…
China’s Plastic Processing Industry Thrives Amid Economic Boom, Witnessing Steady Growth in 2023
August 27, 2024 – China’s Plastic Processing Industry Soars Amidst Economic Prosperity, Marking a Steady Growth Trajectory Amid the sustained economic boom in China, the plastic processing industry has showcased a resilient and stable development path. Recent statistics reveal a significant leap in the sector’s output, with the total production of plastic products soaring to…
Srichakra Polyplast Triples Food-Grade rPET Capacity in India with New Starlinger Lines
April 29, 2025 – A significant milestone has been reached in India’s plastic recycling and waste management sector. On April 28, Srichakra Polyplast, a renowned Indian enterprise, announced the official commissioning of two advanced PET bottle-to-bottle recycling lines at its plant on the outskirts of Hyderabad. Sourced from Austrian firm Starlinger, these new lines have…
JEC World 2025 Highlights Carbon Fiber Composites’ Role in Future Industrial Revolution
March 14, 2025 – JEC World 2025 Concludes with Carbon Fiber Composites Steering Future Industrial Revolution The prestigious annual event in the global composites industry, JEC World 2025, has successfully wrapped up at the Villepinte Exhibition Centre in the northern suburbs of Paris. The exhibition brought together leading enterprises worldwide, showcasing the latest applications of…