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Editor's Memo

Raw Materials Trends in Adhesives and Sealants

Our annual Raw Materials, Chemicals, Polymers and Additives Handbook includes description/use information for key products, as well as supplier details

February 1, 2019

This month’s issue is dedicated to all things raw materials.

AGC Announces Production Capacity Expansion

ACG recently announced it is significantly expanding production capacity of Fluon+ EA-2000 fluorinated resin.

January 31, 2019

A new facility will reportedly be established at its plant in Chiba, Japan.

Chemical Activity Barometer Shows Signs of Slower Economic Growth

The Chemical Activity Barometer (CAB) recently posted a 0.3% decline in January on a three-month moving average basis.

January 28, 2019

On a year-over-year basis, the barometer is up 0.8%.

UK Government Advises on Chemical Use if No-Deal Brexit Occurs

The government encouraged a range of industries to prepare for chemical use in the event of a no-deal EU exit.

January 25, 2019

UK REACH would replace EU REACH and will require businesses to demonstrate how a chemical can be safely used.

Global Specialty Chemicals to Rise 6%

The specialty chemicals market accounted for $1.11 trillion in 2017.

January 24, 2019

The specialty chemicals market accounted for $1.11 trillion in 2017.

Top 5 News that Sticks

Wacker Silicone Rubber Expansion Leads the News

News about Wacker increasing its global production capacities for silicone rubber received the most clicks last week.

Teresa McPherson

January 2, 2019

This weekly roundup highlights the adhesives, sealants and coatings news stories that garnered the most attention during the previous week on our website, as well as our eNewsletter and social media platforms.

Kraton Lifts Force Majeure

Kraton reportedly anticipates that its crude sulfate turpentine (CST) refinery should be operating at approximately 60% of capacity by the end of December.

December 24, 2018

Kraton Corp. recently announced it has lifted its force majeure declaration for the North American tall oil fatty acid (FA-2) and distilled tall oil product lines.