Clariant says AddWorks™ PPA 101 FG offers film producers a non-fluorinated way to control melt fracture and die build-up in polyolefin extrusion. Here is what the product claims, where it may fit, and what converters should validate before switching.
A UN roadmap explains how reuse, better recycling and safer alternatives could reduce plastic pollution by 80% by 2040.
Caprolactam rose 8% during August 17–25, 2026, putting further pressure on nylon yarn margins. The next move will depend on cost pass-through and demand.
BYK has inaugurated a €12 million expansion at its Schkopau plant, increasing production capacity by about 25% while advancing plans to eliminate on-site fossil-fuel use.
Sun Chemical will bring pigment preparations for polyolefins, HDPE and PVC to AMI Compounding & Recycling Expo 2026, focusing on colour performance, processing consistency and dimensional stability.
Indonesia is expanding petrochemical capacity while trying to curb plastic pollution. Reuse, producer funding and demand reduction may decide which goal wins.
The Iran war lifted resin prices by disrupting oil, feedstock and shipping flows. Yet weak demand, excess capacity and a possible recovery in Strait of Hormuz traffic could prevent those gains from lasting.
Osaka researchers created bifacial ladder polymers that self-assemble into chiral films and produce spin polarization approaching 90%.
Avantium advances its Delfzijl FDCA plant toward start-up while expanding commercial agreements, licensing discussions and its financing plans.
