Rare Earth-Driven Innovation Revolutionizes PVC Safety: New Smoke Suppressant Cuts Toxic Emissions by 60% in Fire Tests
June 4, 2025 – A groundbreaking functional additive based on rare earth elements is driving a technological revolution in the safety landscape of PVC products. This innovative material enhances the fire safety performance of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) through a unique chemical mechanism, addressing one of the most critical hazards in conventional PVC applications. In fire…
Challenges Mount for Apple’s Affordable Plastic Watch SE
March 27, 2025 – Apple’s Plastic Apple Watch SE Hits Roadblocks in Development Renowned Apple analyst Mark Gurman has recently revealed in his PowerOn newsletter that Apple’s planned plastic version of the Apple Watch SE is currently facing significant challenges. This news stands in stark contrast to Gurman’s prediction last July, where he stated that…
Huanuo Materials’ Innovative Zinc Oxide-Coated Calcium Carbonate Project Wins 2024 Yongjiang Plan Award
September 23, 2024 – The Nanning Municipal Science and Technology Bureau in Guangxi has recently unveiled the list of approved projects under the 2024 “Yongjiang Plan” for young talents, among which Guangxi Huanuo New Material Co., Ltd. (abbreviated as “Huanuo Materials”) stands out with its project titled “Research and Development of Zinc Oxide-Coated Calcium Carbonate…
France’s Recycling Revolution: A Game-Changer for Masterbatch Producers
June 12, 2025 – AsiaMB Exclusive: French AI Breakthrough Revolutionizes rPET Quality for Masterbatch Applications A groundbreaking collaboration between French recycler Nord Pal Plast (NPP) and technology leader TOMRA is setting new standards in PET purification. Their newly deployed AI-powered sorting system achieves unprecedented material purity levels – a development with significant implications for color…
JSW Paints’ Bold Move: INR 120B Deal to Reshape Indian Paints Landscape
May 20, 2025 – The Indian paints market is abuzz with a significant development as JSW Paints has unveiled plans to acquire a 75% stake in AkzoNobel India for a staggering INR 120 billion (approximately USD 1 billion), marking a major consolidation move in the country’s paints sector. If the deal sails through smoothly, AkzoNobel…
Kingfa’s Green Solutions, Special Plastics, and Custom Materials Steal the Show at Polish Exhibition
May 26, 2025 – The highly anticipated 2025 PLASTPOL Poland Exhibition has recently kicked off, once again drawing the attention of the global chemical and materials sectors to Poland. At this industry extravaganza, Kingfa Sci. & Tech. Co., Ltd. made a stunning appearance at Booth B21 in Hall 5, comprehensively demonstrating how its innovative materials…
From Crayfish to Cosmetics: Shellworks’ Journey to Sustainable Packaging
November 19, 2024 – A groundbreaking advancement in the realm of eco-friendly materials has been achieved by Shellworks, an innovative company born from a collaborative project between the Royal College of Art and Imperial College London. Initially focused on developing biodegradable plastic bags to mitigate the environmental impact of single-use plastics, Shellworks has astutely pivoted…
Huilong New Materials Bags Key Patent for Color Masterbatch Crystallization Drying Furnace
April 30, 2025 – Huilong New Materials (301057) Secures a Key Utility Model Patent for Color Masterbatch Production Huilong New Materials Co., Ltd. (Stock code: 301057) announced on April 15, 2025 that it has been officially granted a utility model patent titled “A Crystallization Drying Furnace for Color Masterbatch,” with the application number CN202420725307.7. This…
Ube Shifts Gears: Exiting Nylon, Embracing Specialty Chemicals for Growth
February 17, 2025 – Ube Industries, a leading player in the nylon polymer market for European food packaging, has announced a significant restructuring plan. UBE Corporation Europe S.A.U., its Spanish subsidiary, will continue producing caprolactam and nylon polymers, with plans to introduce an eco-friendly nylon product line to meet the market’s demand for sustainable products….
The Vital Role of Healthy Eating in Promoting Overall Well-being
September 23, 2024 – Polyolefin Elastomers (POE), an emerging material in the chemical industry, have been gaining prominence across various sectors due to their unique performance advantages. POE, a random copolymer derived from the copolymerization of ethylene and α-olefins, exhibits high elasticity and toughness akin to rubber at room temperature, while being capable of plastic…