Blog - Chemicals

Estee Lauder Reviews Brand Portfolio Amid Leadership Changes

Jan 28, 2025

Estee Lauder is reviewing its brand portfolio to revitalize its business under new leadership, aiming to address market challenges and shifting consumer preferences.

Wacker Chemie's Annual Core Profit Decline Amidst Falling Prices and Sales Volumes

Jan 28, 2025

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Wacker Chemie announced a 7% annual core profit drop in 2024, affected by lower prices and sales volumes, notably in the solar-grade polysilicon sector amidst high German energy costs.

Global Prepared Additives for Cements Market to Grow at CAGR of +1.6% Through 2030

Jan 28, 2025

The global market for prepared additives for cements, mortars, and concretes is projected to experience steady growth over the next six years. By 2030, the market volume is expected to reach 16 million tons, with a market value of $18.3 billion.

Global Cyclic Hydrocarbons Market to Grow at a CAGR of +1.2% until 2030, Reaching 131M tons

Jan 28, 2025

Discover how the global market for cyclic hydrocarbons is expected to grow over the next six years, driven by increasing demand worldwide. Market volume is projected to reach 131M tons by 2030, with a value of $164.6B.

Japan's Import of Sodium Triphosphate Plummets to $7.1 Million in 2024

Jan 28, 2025

Imports of Sodium Triphosphate peaked at 6.6K tons in 2014, but decreased in the following years. By 2024, imports had fallen to $7.1M in value.

In 2024, U.S. Exports of Phosphoric Acid Reach An Average of $387 Million

Jan 28, 2025

During the review period, Phosphoric Acid exports peaked at 915K tons in 2019. From 2020 to 2024, exports slightly decreased. In terms of value, exports of Phosphoric Acid saw a modest decline to $387M in 2024.

India's Ether Export Grows to $717 Million in 2024

Jan 28, 2025

The exports of Ether peaked at 494K tons in 2022 but failed to regain momentum from 2023 to 2024. In value terms, Ether exports rose rapidly to $717M in 2024.

Hong Kong Sees Slight Decline in Polyvinyl Chloride Imports, Down to $17M in 2024

Jan 28, 2025

Imports of Polyvinyl Chloride reached a peak of 86K tons in 2014, but declined to a lower figure from 2015 to 2024. In terms of value, Polyvinyl Chloride imports decreased to $17M in 2024.

Brazil's Export of Fluorescent Brightening Agents Plummets 43% to $9.7 Million in 2024

Jan 28, 2025

During the review period, exports of Fluorescent Brightening Agents reached a peak of 4.4K tons in 2016. However, from 2017 to 2024, exports remained at a lower level. In terms of value, exports of fluorescent brightening agents dropped significantly to $9.7M in 2024.

Fortescue Energy Faces Challenges in Green Hydrogen Transition

Jan 27, 2025

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Discover how Fortescue Energy is tackling economic and infrastructural hurdles in its green hydrogen transition, potentially reshaping the steel industry.

Global Resinoids Market Expected to Grow at a CAGR of +5.2% from 2024 to 2030

Jan 27, 2025

Learn about the rising demand for resinoids worldwide and the expected growth in market consumption over the next six years. Forecasts predict a +5.2% annual growth rate in market volume, reaching 74K tons by 2030. In terms of value, the market is anticipated to increase by +9.0% annually, reaching $1.7B by the end of 2030.

Spain's Import of Oxides of Boron Surges to $16 Million in 2024

Jan 27, 2025

Oxides of Boron imports reached 27K tons in 2022 but decreased from 2023 to 2024. The import value increased to $16M in 2024.