Raw Materials and Chemicals

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.

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.

Evonik Restructures Innovation Organization Around Bio-Based Solutions, Circular Economy

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 11:04:44 -0400

Under the new model, about two-thirds of Evonik's researchers will work directly within business lines to develop customer-focused solutions.

CLARIANT: Flame Retardant

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 10:15:26 -0400

Exolit AP 422 A enables the creation of coating and sealant products that maintain high performance standards while being SVHC-free.

Ashland Faces Pressure to Explore Sale as Activist Investor Builds Stake

ParkerK@bnpmedia.com (Karen Parker) — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 10:51:07 -0400

Cleveland-based fund Ancora argues specialty ingredients maker is undervalued, estimates sale could yield $76 per share or more.

ARLANXEO and Covestro Advance Sustainable Rubber Manufacturing

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 11:46:53 -0400

ARLANXEO and Covestro are collaborating to advance more sustainable solutions in synthetic rubber production.

Kraton Announces Global Price Increases

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 09:18:43 -0400

Kraton Corp., a global producer of specialty polymers and high-value bio-based chemicals derived from pine wood pulping co-products, recently announced a global price increase.

Bodo Möller Chemie Participates in China Trade Mission

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 09:45:05 -0400

By joining an official trade mission to China, Bodo Möller Chemie is reaffirming its commitment to expanding its international growth strategy.

EU Safeguards Aerospace Sealants Supply Chain in BASF Transaction

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 09:27:33 -0400

The European Commission has conditionally approved, under the EU Merger Regulation, the proposed acquisition of BASF's coatings division by U.S.-based Carlyle Group Inc.

Arkema Names New Chief Operating Officer

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:57:24 -0400

Arkema announced that effective July 1, 2026, Laurent Tellier will become the group’s chief operating officer.

AGC Completes Third-Party Verification for Fluorine Raw Materials Used in Industrial Elastomer

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:31:05 -0400

AGC announced that it has completed a third-party verification based on UL 2809 in May 2026 for the fluorine raw materials used in AFLAS™ FFKM.

Orion S.A. Releases Latest Sustainability Report

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 14:45:06 -0400

The report showcases how Orion S.A.’s materials are advancing electrification, energy storage, and the circular economy.

OXEA and Air Liquide Extend Partnership at Oberhausen, Germany, Site

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:33:50 -0400

OXEA and Air Liquide are extending their longstanding partnership by renewing their contract for the supply of synthesis gas and hydrogen at the OXEA Industrial Park Ruhrchemie Oberhausen