Raw Materials and Chemicals

Adhesion Society Calls for Abstracts

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 11:47:54 -0400

The Adhesion Society is inviting industry professionals to submit a presentation proposal (abstract) for inclusion in the program for its 2027 Annual Meeting.

Michelin ResiCare, Axens Partner on Bio-based Building Block for Adhesives

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 11:59:50 -0400

Michelin ResiCare and Axens have entered into exclusive discussions to establish a strategic partnership focused on a technology for producing 5-hydroxymethylfurfural (5-HMF), a bio-based building block for green chemistry.

Covestro and BYD Announces Strategic Partnership for Mobility, Energy, and Advanced Technologies

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 11:28:13 -0400

Materials manufacturer Covestro and BYD, one of the world’s leading new energy vehicle producers, recently signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to establish a long-term strategic partnership.

OXEA Moves Ahead with Major Capacity Expansion at Texas Plant

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:36:01 -0400

OXEA recently announced a final decision for a major capacity expansion at its Bay City, Texas production site.

Reshoring, Risk, and U.S. Manufacturing in an Uncertain World

ParkerK@bnpmedia.com (Karen Parker) — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400

As companies consider moving manufacturing back to the United States, the investment required for critical reshoring efforts is significant.

IMCD Announces Plans to Acquire Merit Solution

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 11:00:54 -0400

IMCD N.V. has signed an agreement to acquire 100% of the shares in Merit Solution Co. Ltd, a distributor of additives serving the plastics and compounding industry in Thailand.

Bodo Möller Chemie Supports Aerospace and Specialty Chemicals Markets in India with New Facility

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 12:31:55 -0400

In response to a growing aerospace market in the region, Bodo Möller Chemie has opened a new warehouse for aerospace and specialty chemicals in Bengaluru, India.

Covestro Finalizes Acquisition of Former Vencorex Sites

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Covestro has completed the acquisition of two former Vencorex production sites for HDI derivatives in Rayong, Thailand, and Freeport, Texas.

Covestro Announces MDI Investment Program

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 17:14:25 -0400

Covestro recently announced a strategic methylene diphenyl diisocyanate (MDI) investment program to reinforce its global leadership position and strengthen supply security.

Reinforcing Bio-Based Epoxy Adhesives with Recycled Fillers

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Read this study that investigates the feasibility of developing a structural bio-based adhesive utilizing DGEVA as a base material, reinforced with recycled carbon fibers and mineral wool waste derived mainly from demolished buildings.

Kuraray Marks 100 Years

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 21:12:34 -0400

Kuraray Co., Ltd. marked its 100^th anniversary on June 24, 2026, and held a commemorative ceremony on the same day.

BRB INTERNATIONAL: Adhesion Promoter

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 20:58:09 -0400

BRB Silanil 299 is a high-performance phenyl-functional trimethoxysilane characterized by the combination of a hydrophobic phenyl group with hydrolysable methoxysilane groups.

Expert Warns Manufacturers: Don’t Confuse AI Tools with Effective SIOP Processes

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 15:56:20 -0400

Supply chain expert, Lisa Anderson, explains why successful planning requires process, people, data and cross-functional alignment — not just technology.

CPI Announces Keynote Speaker for 2026 Polyurethanes Technical Conference

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 15:45:24 -0400

The Center for the Polyurethanes Industry (CPI) of the American Chemistry Council announced that Victoria King Meyer will serve as the keynote speaker for the 2026 Polyurethanes Technical Conference.

ECONIC TECHNOLOGIES: High-Performance Polyols

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 15:35:27 -0400

The new high-performance CO₂ polyols enter the market through the company’s manufacturing partners in the United States and China.

Encina and BASF Collaborate on Advancement of Circular Chemicals

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 15:22:04 -0400

Circular chemicals producer Encina Development Group LLC recently executed a strategic collaboration agreement with BASF.

FEICA Launches New Website

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 15:01:44 -0400

FEICA recently announced the launch of its new website, marking an important step in strengthening its voice and visibility.

Univar Solutions to Distribute Dow’s Low-Carbon Solutions

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 14:18:56 -0400

The agreement expands customer access to Dow's Decarbia low‑carbon product portfolio with high-integrity product carbon footprint (PCF) certificates through Univar Solutions' global network.

Research Outlines Creation of High-performance Wood Adhesives with Lignin

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 13:32:35 -0400

A new study published in Science shows how this underused industrial lignin can be transformed into a high-performance bio-based wood adhesive.

UNCOUNTABLE: AI Assistant

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 13:19:52 -0400

Bodie is a new AI assistant integrated into Uncountable's R&D data platform.

Dow Announces Expansion to Support Growth in Specialty Silicones Markets

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 07:39:42 -0400

Dow recently announced the advancement of a series of targeted investments to expand its global specialty silicones manufacturing and innovation capabilities.

The Latest Sustainable Materials Research Across Adhesives and Composites

ParkerK@bnpmedia.com (Karen Parker) — Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Learn how researchers are using renewable feedstocks and biologically inspired materials to create sustainable alternatives for industrial applications.

Kuraray Raises Prices on Elastomer Products

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Citing increasing feedstock prices, rising utility and logistics costs, and increases in prices for packaging materials, Kuraray has implemented a price increase for certain elastomer products.

ACD Encourages CISA to Streamline Cyber Incident Reporting Requirements

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 15:55:31 -0400

The vice president of legislative affairs at the Alliance for Chemical Distribution recently delivered testimony to the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) as it gathers stakeholder input on the Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act (CIRCIA) notice of proposed rulemaking.

Synthomer to Divest Acrylate Monomers Business

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 12:25:38 -0400

Synthomer announced that it has agreed to divest Synthomer a.s., the operating company for its Acrylate Monomers business based in the Czech Republic.

Covestro Leads EU-Funded Project to Advance Bio-Based Aniline Production

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 18:09:25 -0400

Covestro has launched Bio4PURConti with a goal to develop the first continuous production process for bio-based aniline.

Palmer Holland Establishes Presence in Latin America

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 09:56:08 -0400

Palmer Holland is expanding into Mexico, marking a significant step in its continued growth strategy and commitment to serving customers throughout all of North America.

BASF and Encina Development Group Partner on Circular Chemicals Manufacturing

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:44:57 -0400

Circular chemicals producer Encina Development Group LLC recently executed a strategic collaboration agreement with BASF supporting the development of Encina’s planned United States Gulf Coast circular chemicals manufacturing facility.

Palmer Holland to Distribute LANXESS Inorganic Pigments in Canada

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 09:06:38 -0400

LANXESS Corp. announced that Palmer Holland will become the exclusive distributor for its Bayferrox and Colortherm brand inorganic pigments in Canada.

Huntsman to Merge with Olin, Creating $12 Billion Chemicals Leader

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:59:52 -0400

Olin Corp. and Huntsman Corp. have entered into a definitive agreement to combine in an all-stock merger of equals.