The raw materials market is continuously impacted by factors including rising prices, limited supply and other uncertainties.

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.

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

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.   

The global emulsion polymers market is anticipated to rise at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.1% over the forecast period.

Ingevity Corp. recently announced it has reached an agreement with Perstorp Holding AB.

Ashland recently completed a successful expansion for Natrosol™ hydroxyethylcellulose (HEC) in Nanjing, China.

New products including construction adhesives, pressure-sensitive adhesives, silicone rubber and more were among the most clicked on this year.