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SOCMA Addresses China Tariffs and Impact on Specialty Chemical Manufacturers

As the U.S. and China negotiate the sequencing of tariff removal, SOCMA reports that it is proactively monitoring and advocating on behalf of the specialty chemical industry.

May 28, 2019

The Trump Administration’s decision to raise tariff rates from 10 to 25% on $200 billion in Chinese imports will disproportionately burden specialty chemical manufacturers, according to a statement released by the Society of Chemical Manufacturers & Affiliates (SOCMA).

LyondellBasell Propylene Oxide Plant Marks 50 Years of Operation

LyondellBasell recently announced its Bayport Complex in Pasadena, Texas, has reached 50 years of operation.

April 19, 2019

The new PO/TBA plant will reportedly have a split facility design.

Chemical Activity Barometer Shows Slight Rise in March

The Chemical Activity Barometer (CAB) rose 0.1% in March on a three-month moving average (3MMA) basis.

April 1, 2019

It was the first gain in five months.

Asia to Contribute Nearly Half of Global Petrochemical Capacity Additions by 2030

Asia will contribute 49% of global petrochemical capacity additions by 2030, according to a new report.

March 25, 2019

The Middle East is reportedly the second-largest region in terms of capacity additions.

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UK Government Guidance if No-Deal Brexit Occurs Leads the News

Last week, the UK government’s guidance to businesses that use chemicals received the most clicks.

Teresa McPherson

February 4, 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.

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.

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.

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Clariant and Neste Partner on Sustainable Chemicals

Through the partnership, Clariant can reportedly offer sustainable polyolefin solutions derived from renewable hydrocarbons.

November 13, 2018

Clariant recently announced it has signed an agreement for a new partnership with Neste.

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Covestro’s New MDI Plant Announcement Leads the News

Last week, news about Sika’s new facility announcement received the most reader interest.

Teresa McPherson

November 5, 2018

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.