The Secret Ingredients of High-Temperature Polymers: A Deep Dive
November 12, 2024 – Unveiling the Secrets of High-Temp Additives for Advanced Polymers In the chemical industry, the application of high-temperature polymers is on the rise, yet common additives often fail to meet stability requirements in such extreme conditions. This has sparked an urgent need for specialized additives tailored to these polymers. Today, we delve…
Innovations in Nucleating Agents: Boosting Plastic Properties
November 12, 2024 – The Rise of Nucleating Agents: A Game-Changer in Plastic Processing In the realm of plastic processing, a remarkable additive known as the nucleating agent is increasingly making its mark. This “secret weapon” not only alters the crystallization behavior of partially crystalline plastics like polyethylene and polypropylene but also significantly enhances various…
Revolutionary BIOFRONT®PLA Resin from Teijin Frontier: A New Era in Biodegradable Materials
November 12, 2024 – Teijin Frontier Unveils Revolutionary BIOFRONT®PLA Resin for Enhanced Biodegradability Teijin Frontier, a renowned global chemical company, has recently announced the launch of its latest innovation, BIOFRONT®PLA (polylactic acid) resin. This groundbreaking biodegradable resin demonstrates superior decomposition capabilities in natural environments, such as oceans, rivers, and soil, surpassing traditional PLA and offering…
PET Pellet Prices Surge Amidst Unusual Market Demand and Hurricane Impact
November 12, 2024 – PET Pellet Prices See Unexpected Uptick Amidst Market Demands and Hurricane Impact In a surprising turn of events, the market for PET pellets has witnessed a notable fluctuation, with transparent post-consumer PET pellets rising by 2 cents per pound and green post-consumer pellets increasing by 1 cent. This price adjustment will…
SABIC’s Strategic Move: $220M ULTEM™ Resin Plant Opens in Singapore
November 12, 2024 – SABIC Marks a Milestone with the Inauguration of Its ULTEM™ Resin Manufacturing Plant in Singapore SABIC has announced the official opening of its ULTEM™ resin manufacturing plant in Singapore, a $170 million (SGD 220 million) investment. This factory, SABIC’s first specialty chemical production base for high-performance thermoplastic ULTEM™ resin in the…
Sustainable Milestone: BASF’s Shanghai Plant Achieves ISCC+ for PA6
November 11, 2024 – BASF’s Shanghai PA6 Plant Achieves ISCC+ Certification for Sustainable Production BASF’s Monomers division has announced that its polyamide 6 (PA6, also known as Nylon 6) production facility in Shanghai has successfully obtained the International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC+), marking a significant milestone. The certification enables the plant to produce and…
Malaysia Battles Rising Tide of Global Waste Imports
November 11, 2024 – Malaysia Struggles with Rising Waste Imports Despite Government Efforts Malaysia continues to grapple with being a dumping ground for global waste, despite repeated government vows to prevent such a fate. Data from the Eurostat reveals that the country imported a staggering 35% more plastic waste from the European Union (EU) last…
PLA Spoon Recall Highlights Safety, Transportation Challenges
November 11, 2024 – PLA Tableware from China Recalled in Denmark Due to Safety Concerns A recent incident has seen a batch of polylactic acid (PLA) tableware exported from China to Denmark being recalled. The spoons, made from PLA material, were found to degrade rapidly, leading to the formation of small parts that pose a…
Nissan Unveils Bold Plan to Turnaround Financial Fortunes
November 11, 2024 – Nissan Motors Unveils Major Restructuring Plan Amidst Financial Struggles Nissan Motors announced a significant restructuring plan on Thursday, aiming to navigate through a period of declining sales by cutting 9,000 jobs globally and reducing its production capacity by 20%. This move comes after the company reported a stark turn from profit…
Epoxy Resins: A Multifaceted Wonder in Chemical Manufacturing
November 11, 2024 – Epoxy Resins: A Versatile Marvel in the Chemical Industry Epoxy resins have carved a niche for themselves in various industries due to their exceptional properties. Not only do they boast high strength, stiffness, and impact resistance, but they also exhibit low shrinkage, significantly reducing material deformation and cracking. Their corrosion resistance…