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Evonik expands its strategic distribution partnership with IMCD for VISIOMER® specialty methacrylates in the U.S.
Evonik, a global producer and solutions provider of specialty methacrylates, has announced the expansion of its collaboration with IMCD into the U.S. market.
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Mar 151 min read


Azelis and Chemetall Expand Distribution Partnership in Canada’s Surface Treatment Market
Chemetall, the surface treatment unit of BASF Coatings, and Azelis have expanded their distribution partnership in Canada.
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Mar 151 min read


Arkema increases its Kynar® PVDF production capacity in China to meet rising market demand
Arkema increases its Kynar® PVDF production capacity in China to meet rising market demand.
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Mar 151 min read


PFAS and BPA Regulations: A Turning Point for Food Packaging Coatings
Increasing regulatory scrutiny of polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and bisphenol A (BPA) is transforming the food packaging coatings market.
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Mar 124 min read


BASF Opens New “Lean Lab” Laboratory Concept in Breuil-le-Sec, France
BASF Coatings has inaugurated new laboratory facilities at its Breuil-le-Sec site in France, representing an important step in strengthening its innovation capabilities in Europe.
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Mar 112 min read


BASF Extends Ultrason® P Portfolio to Enable Compliance with EU Regulation
BASF is offering a portfolio of polyphenylsulfone (PPSU) grades for high-temperature food-contact applications that are free from Bisphenol A (BPA) and Bisphenol S (BPS).
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Mar 112 min read


Univar Solutions Expands Distribution Partnership with SI Group for Performance Additives in EMEA
Univar Solutions Expands Distribution Partnership with SI Group for Performance Additives in EMEA
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Mar 112 min read


Nippon Paint India Partnership with Humble Bee to Advance Sustainable Apiculture in India
Nippon Paint India Collaborates with Humble Bee to Advance Sustainable Apiculture in India
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Mar 112 min read


BASF Announces Price Increase for Additives Used in Plastic Applications
BASF has announced a global price increase of up to 20% for products in its antioxidant, process stabiliser, and light stabiliser portfolio used in plastic applications.
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Mar 91 min read


Indorama Corporation Acquires Venator’s Spain Business Unit
ndorama Corporation, via its indirect subsidiary Indorama Advanced Oxides (Spain) S.L.U., has successfully bought the titanium dioxide (TiO₂) production facility and related assets from Venator P&A Spain in Huelva, Spain.
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Mar 91 min read


hubergroup brings ink system TINKREDIBLE MGA to worldwide markets
hubergroup Print Solutions is expanding the availability of its well-established metal decoration ink system TINKREDIBLE MGA to global markets. Already successfully used by leading manufacturers in Europe and India, the mineral oil-free, BPA-free, and PFAS-free ink series is now being rolled out worldwide.
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Mar 92 min read


Tesla plans direct-injected PU paint to accelerate Cybercab production
Tesla plans direct-injected PU paint to accelerate Cybercab production
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Mar 82 min read


Glasurit becomes exclusive paint partner of Audi Motorsport for its 2026 FIA Formula One World Championship debut
Glasurit becomes exclusive paint partner of Audi Motorsport for its 2026 FIA Formula One World Championship debut
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Mar 82 min read


Henkel Inaugurates New Inspiration Center in Jundiaí
Henkel, a global leader in adhesives, sealants, and coatings, has inaugurated its Inspiration Center in Jundiaí.
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Mar 82 min read


Azelis Partners with Milliken to Distribute Polyurethane Colourant Solutions in India
Azelis, a leading innovation service provider in the speciality chemicals and food ingredients sector, has announced a new distribution agreement with Milliken & Company in India.
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Mar 52 min read


BASF marks its 60th anniversary in the country with the inauguration of an expanded dispersion production facility in Durban, South Africa.
BASF marks its 60th anniversary in the country with the inauguration of an expanded dispersion production facility in Durban, South Africa.
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Mar 42 min read


PPG, IPG Photonics, and Whirlpool Partner to Advance Laser-Based Powder Curing Commercialization
PPG has significantly expanded its powder coatings portfolio and manufacturing capabilities in recent years. The company now has a strong global presence, with 21 powder manufacturing plants, seven facilities with bonding capabilities, a powder resin plant, a research and development center, and a Global Center of Excellence.
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Mar 42 min read


Gelest Boosts Customer Support in India with Nordmann Partnership
Gelest, Inc., a Mitsubishi Chemical Group company, is strengthening regional customer support in India through its continued collaboration with Nordmann.
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Mar 41 min read


BASF raises prices for butyl acrylate and 2-ethylhexyl acrylate across the Asia-Pacific region
BASF raises prices for butyl acrylate and 2-ethylhexyl acrylate across the Asia-Pacific region
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Mar 21 min read


SOPREMA U.S. Finalizes Brand Integration for Coatings and Roof Maintenance
SOPREMA U.S. has officially completed the integration of Tropical Roofing Products into the SOPREMA brand.
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Mar 11 min read
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