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Bad Weather Hits DuPont's Earnings - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Thu Apr 17, 2:10PM CDT
DuPont missed earnings expectations in the first quarter as harsh winter weather hurt its core agriculture business.
Solvent Market Market 2014-2018
M2 - Wed Apr 16, 2:56AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/667gpm/solvent_market_by) has announced the addition of the "Solvent Market by Type Application & Source - Global Trends & Forecast to 2018" report to their offering. Solvents find their usage in various industries for one or more applications. It is used as a carrier to dissolve pigments and other ingredients, as well as to enhance certain properties such as the density of solutions. The major application is paints and coatings, which accounts for a majority of the solvents usage, followed by the pharma industry, adhesives, cleaning of metals, printing inks, personal care products, manufacturing of rubber & polymers, and agricultural chemicals. There are several types of solvents, which are suitable for one or more applications. The three major types of conventional solvents are oxygenated, hydrocarbon, and halogenated. Oxygenated solvents are the most widely used with hydrocarbon (specially aliphatic) and halogenated hydrocarbons being gradually phased out. Among all oxygenated solvents, alcohols are the most consumed solvents, followed by esters. Among all the green & bio solvents, alcohols and diols are the most consumed solvents, followed by lactate esters. The current market demand is concentrated on environmentally safe solvents due to various regulations such as The Clean Air Act revisions of 1996 and Registration, Evaluation and Authorization of Chemicals (REACH) legislation of 2007. This is a driver for bio & green solvents, which will help increase its penetration in various end-user industries. Other market opportunities include high demand from emerging economies of the Asia-Pacific region such as China. This demand is derived from thriving industries in the region such as construction and automobile. Key Topics Covered: - Introduction - Executive Summary - Premium Insights - Market Overview - Industrial Solvents Market, By Source - Industrial Solvents Market, By Type - Industrial Solvents Market, By Application - Industrial Solvents Market, By Geography - Competitive Landscape - Company Profiles - Ashland Inc. - Basf Se - Celanese Corporation - Eastman Chemical Company - Exxonmobil Corporation - Honeywell International Inc. - Huntsman Corp. - Ineos Ag - Lyondellbasell Industries N.V. - Royal Dutch Shell - Sasol Ltd. - Solvay Sa For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/66..._market_by
Global Specialty and High Performance Films Market 2014-2018 with 3M, Bayer Material Science, Dow Chemical, Honeywell International Dominating
M2 - Tue Apr 15, 3:20AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/lrr49m/global_specialty) has announced the addition of the "Global Specialty and High Performance Films Market 2014-2018" report to their offering. The Global Specialty and High-performance Films Market will grow at a CAGR of 6.36 percent over the period 2013-2018. The Specialty and High Performance Films market is adversely affected by high competition and low profit margins. Specialty film manufacturers are going through a period of consolidation to satisfy customers through competitive pricing. Through consolidation, the key players are trying to gain a competitive advantage to manufacture specialty and high performance films that will meet stringent client specifications, which is the only way to enhance their profits margins. To benefit from lowered operational costs and to move closer to the target market, specialty film producers in developed countries have increasingly been shifting their plant and research and developments sites to favorable offshore locations. Specialty film manufacturers are under pricing pressures, performance pressures, and decreasing margin pressures. They are expected to produce high quality films with distinct performance advantages at competitive prices. To gain a distinct edge in a competitive market, and increase profit margins, specialty film manufacturers are investing heavily in R&D for creating innovative products. This enables key players in the market to differentiate their products through enhanced performance. Possibilities in this area are immense. Manufacturers can bring in new products by developing multilayer film structures, combining low-cost and high-cost films, and through the increased use of bio-based polymers. Further, the report states that one of the major challenges in the Global Specialty and High Performance Films market is increasing competition among the players and the constant pressure on them to produce efficient products at competitive prices. Key Vendors - 3M Co. - Bayer Material Science LLC - Dow Chemical Co. - Honeywell International Inc. Other Prominent Vendors - Bemis Co. Inc. - Clopay Plastic Products - CPFilms Inc. - Eastman Chemical Co. - E.I. du Pont de Nemours and Co. - Evonik Industries AG - Garware Polyester Ltd. - Kaneka Corp. - Polyplex Corp. Ltd. - Saudi Basic Industries Corp. - Sealed Air Corp. Key Topics Covered: - Executive Summary - List of Abbreviations - Scope of the Report - Market Research Methodology - Introduction - Market Landscape - Market Segmentation by Application - Market Segmentation by Product - Market Segmentation by End-users - Geographical Segmentation - Key Leading Countries - Buying Criteria - Market Growth Drivers - Drivers and their Impact - Market Challenges - Impact of Drivers and Challenges - Market Trends - Trends and their Impact - Vendor Landscape - Key Vendor Analysis For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/lr..._specialty
Chemical Industry Stock Outlook - April 2014 - Zacks Analyst Interviews
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Chemical Companies Announce Stock Price Updates, Awards, Non-Renewal of Agreements, and Retirements - Analyst Notes on Huntsman, Eastman, LSB, Minerals Technologies, and Syngenta
PR Newswire - Wed Apr 09, 7:00AM CDT
Today, Analysts Review released its analysts' notes regarding Huntsman Corporation (NYSE: HUN), Eastman Chemical Company (NYSE: EMN), LSB Industries, Inc. (NYSE: LXU), Minerals Technologies Inc. (NYSE: MTX), and Syngenta AG (NYSE: SYT). Private wealth members receive these notes ahead of publication. To reserve complementary membership, limited openings are available at: http://www.AnalystsReview.com/register
Global Antioxidants Market 2014-2018 with Adeka, AkzoNobel N.V., Albemarle, BASF SE, Chemtura & Songwon Industrial Dominating
M2 - Wed Apr 09, 6:37AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/2wns42/global) has announced the addition of the "Global Antioxidants Market 2014-2018" report to their offering. The Global Antioxidants market will grow at a CAGR of 4% to 2018. One of the key drivers contributing to the growth of this market is the growing awareness about health. This is mainly attributed to consumers adopting healthy lifestyles in order to prevent disease. People are increasingly reducing the consumption of unhealthy foods that cause diseases and obesity. There is an increased demand for organically prepared and preserved foods. The changing perception of consumer health from being reactive to proactive and from treatment to prevention of diseases is a major trend identified for the Global Antioxidants market. Further, the report states that one of the key challenges is the lack of consumer education about the benefits of antioxidants. The majority of the global population is not aware of the need for a balanced diet and the role of antioxidants in diets. The lack of consistency in product demand is a challenge faced by antioxidant vendors. The Global Antioxidants market can be divided into six segments based on their applications in various end-user industries and markets: - Synthetic Resins industry - Food and Beverages industry - Cosmetics industry - Fuel Additives market - Animal Feed industry - Other industries. Key Vendors - Adeka Corp. - AkzoNobel N.V. - Albemarle Corp. - BASF SE - Chemtura Corp. - Songwon Industrial Co. Ltd. Key Market Drivers/Challenges/Trends - Growing Health Awareness. - Lack of Consumer Education about Additional Health Benefits of Antioxidants. - Changing Customer Behavior. Key Topics Covered: - Executive Summary - List of Abbreviations - Scope of the Report - Market Research Methodology - Introduction - Market Landscape - Market Segmentation by Application - Market Segmentation by End-users - Geographical Segmentation - Key Leading Countries - Buying Criteria - Market Growth Drivers - Drivers and their Impact - Market Challenges - Impact of Drivers and Challenges - Market Trends - Trends and their Impact - Vendor Landscape - Key Vendor Analysis Other Prominent Vendors - Ajinomoto Omnichem Natural Specialities - Archer Daniels Midland Co. - Ashland Inc. - Baker Hughes Inc. - Cargill Inc. - Champion Technologies - Cytec Industries Inc. - DSM - Eastman Chemical Co. - FMC Corp. - Innospec Inc. - Korea Kumho Petrochemical Co. Ltd. - Lonza Group Ltd. - Lubrizol Corp. - Naturex Inc. - Omnova Solutions Inc. - SI Group Inc. - Sumitomo Chemical Co. Ltd. - The Dow Chemical Co. - Thor Group Ltd. - Troy Corp. For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/2wns42/global
Analyzing the Chemical Industry in United States 2014
M2 - Wed Apr 09, 5:08AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/43qn38/analyzing_the) has announced the addition of the "Analyzing the Chemical Industry in United States" report to their offering. The US Chemical Industry is one of the world's largest producer by a substantial margin with a balance of trade surplus in excess of $15 billion. It is a major player contributing 21% in GDP to the US economy. This growth has led many theorists to conclude that the industry is a harvester rather than an investor for future growth. Analyzing the Chemical Industry in United States researches the characteristics of the US chemical industry and the segments which, as a whole, make up this dynamic machinery of growth. The massive globalization strides taken by the industry as explained in the report with the requirement of heavy capital investment that brings in more competition and the overall focus of the industry to meet the environmental challenge. The report delves deeper into the processes applied in the US chemical industry and their defining global standards thereby ensuring leadership in exports as well as attracting FDI in the industry. The industry's dynamics like competition, infrastructure and the regulatory policies with the reporting requirements deployed on the industry are explained by the report. The progress of technology vis-?-vis the environmental costs as incurred by the industry are discussed in view of the energy demands of the industry. The report defines the industry in two major compartments as organic and inorganic sectors and the technologies employed by them. The report also profiles some of the leading players in the industry who have earned the reputation and pride for the US Chemical Industry globally and placing the United States at the top of the pecking order. Key Topics Covered: A. Executive Summary B. Introduction to the Industry C. Looking at Chemical Processing in the US D. Trade in the Industry E. Factors Influencing Competition in the Industry F. Looking at Technology involved in the Industry G. Environmental Costs of the US Chemical Industry and Restrictions on Chemical Products H. Looking at the Energy Demands of the Industry I. Energy Use and Energy Intensity of the Industry J. Foreign Investment in the Chemical Sector K. The Organic Chemical Industry in US L. The Inorganic Chemical Industry in US M. Leading Players N. Appendix O. Glossary of Terms Companies Mentioned - Bayer AG - BASF SE - ConocoPhillips - Dow Chemical Company - DuPont (EI) de Nemours - Eastman Chemical Company - Exxon Mobil Corporation - Huntsman Corporation - Monsanto Company Visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/43...lyzing_the
Eastman Schedules First-Quarter Financial Results News Release and SEC Form 8-K Filing, Teleconference and Webcast
Thomson Reuters ONE - Mon Apr 07, 12:26PM CDT
Latex Coating Trends - Global Overview 2014
M2 - Fri Apr 04, 9:38AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/gldlh4/latex_coating) has announced the addition of the "Latex Coating Trends" report to their offering. Latex coatings or water emulsion coatings include various thermoplastic resin particles, covered by an emulsifier for keeping the particles separate in the liquid phase. These resin particles coalesce to develop a solid film as the emulsifier solvents and water gradually evaporate. The report analyzes and presents an overview of Latex coatings market worldwide. The report provides a review of market trends, growth drivers, and strategic industry activities of major companies worldwide. Key Topics Covered: 1. LATEX COATINGS - AN OVERVIEW - Latex - Introduction - Latex Coatings and Paints - Composition - Latex Coatings and Paints - Benefits - Latex Coatings and Paints - Concerns - Latex Spray Paints 2. RECENT INDUSTRY ACTIVITY - Diamond Vogel Unveils EverCryl Exterior Acrylic Latex - The Waterloo Institute for Nanotechnology and EcoSynthetix Ink - Agreement to Develop New Biolatex? Binders - AkzoNobel Takes Over Boxing Oleochemicals - BASF Japan and BASF Coatings Japan to Merge - Eastman Chemical Takes Over Solutia - Dow Coating Materials Unveils ACRYSOL DR-110 Rheology Modifier - AkzoNobel Acquires Dow Chemical's Powder Coatings Business - OMNOVA Solutions Takes Over Hollow Sphere Plastic Pigment - Product Range of The Dow Chemical - Valspar Takes Over Wattyl 3. MARKET PARTICIPANTS - Aldo Products Company, Inc. (USA) - Apcotex Industries Ltd. (India) - Apexical, Inc. (USA) - Benjamin Moore & Company (USA) - Chemionics Corporation (USA) - Diamond Vogel (USA) - Dow Chemical Company, The (USA) - Finnaren & Haley Paint, Inc. (USA) - Industrial Latex Compounds Ltd. (UK) - Jones-Blair (USA) - JSR Corporation (Japan) - Kefa Northeast (USA) - Plastic Coatings Corporation (USA) - PolyOne Corporation (USA) - PPG Architectural Coatings, Inc. (USA) - Quantum Chemical (Canada) - Sherwin-Williams Company (USA) - Shiner International, Inc. (China) - Styron LLC (USA) - Sun Paints and Coatings, Inc. (USA) - Textile Rubber & Chemical Co., Inc. (USA) - Valspar Corporation (USA) - W. R. Grace & Co. (USA) - Williams-Hayward Protective Coatings, Inc. (USA) - Yangzhou Lida Chemical Co., Ltd. (China) 4. APPENDIX For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/gl...ex_coating
Notable Recognitions, New Plants, Dividend Increases, Agreements, and Product Launches - Analyst Notes on Eastman, Praxair, Air Products & Chemicals, Ashland, and Braksem
PR Newswire - Fri Apr 04, 7:00AM CDT
Today, Analysts Review released its analysts' notes regarding Eastman Chemical Co. (NYSE: EMN), Praxair Inc. (NYSE: PX), Air Products & Chemicals Inc. (NYSE: APD), Ashland Inc. (NYSE: ASH), and Braskem S.A. (NYSE: BAK). Private wealth members receive these notes ahead of publication. To reserve complementary membership, limited openings are available at: http://www.AnalystsReview.com/register
EPA Honors Eastman Chemical Company with 2014 ENERGY STAR(R) Partner of the Year - Sustained Excellence Recognition
Thomson Reuters ONE - Thu Apr 03, 8:05AM CDT
Global Coating Additives Market Report 2013-2018 - Analysis of the $8 Billion Industry
M2 - Wed Apr 02, 2:59AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/f592dv/coating_additives) has announced the addition of the "Global Coating Additives Market Report 2013-2018 - Analysis of the $8 Billion Industry" report to their offering. This global market, in terms of revenue, was estimated to be worth $6 billion in 2012 and is expected to reach $8.7 billion by 2018, growing at a CAGR of 6.4% from 2013. Asia-Pacific and North America dominated the global coating additives market demand in 2012. Asia-Pacific is expected to remain the largest market in the near future, owing to increasing demand from key countries such as China and India. This study estimates and projects the global market trend of coating additives until the end of 2018. Asia-Pacific is the most dominant market for these additives, owing to large and growing demand from China and growing construction industry. Coatings are also available in powder form which is best suited for application where the substrate is able to withstand curing temperature which is more than 125 C. Acrylic and urethane-based additives are the fastest growing product types in these applications. Growing construction activity, automotive, industrial developments, and furniture are expected to help this market. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the largest market for these additives where growth is driven by key countries such as China, Japan, and India. This market research study provides detailed qualitative and quantitative analysis of the global coating additives market. The report provides a comprehensive review of major market drivers, restraints, opportunities, winning imperatives, and challenges in the market. The market is further segmented and forecasted for major regions that include North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, South America, and Rest of the World. Competitive scenario and market share of the top players in the market has been discussed in detail. The top players of the industry are profiled in detail with their recent developments and other strategic industry activities. Scope of the Report Applications - Automotive - Architecture - The industrial sector - Wood & Furniture - Other applications Product Type - Acrylic - Urethane - Metallic - Fluoropolymers - Others Function - Rheology modification - Biocidic - Anti-foaming - Wetting & dispersing - Impact modification - Others Formulation - Solvent-borne - Water-borne - Powder coating Key Topics Covered: - Introduction - Executive Summary - Premium Insights - Market Overview - Global Market, By Geography - Global Market, By Application - Global Coatings Additives Market, By Function - Global Market, By Formulation - Global Coatings Additives Market, By Type - Competitive Landscape - Company Profiles - Akzonobel NV - Arkema SA - Asahi Glass Co Ltd - Ashland Inc - BASF SE - BYK-Chemie GMBH - Cabot Corp - Cytec Industries Inc - Daikin Industries Ltd - Dynea AS - Eastman Chemical Company - Elementis PLC - Evonik Industries AG - K-Tech (India) Limited - Momentive Specialty Chemicals Inc - Rhodia SA - The Dow Chemical Company - The Lubrizol Corporation For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/f5..._additives
Concise Analysis of the International Propanol (Isopropanol & N-Propanol) Market - Forecasts To 2018
M2 - Mon Mar 31, 5:29AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/dgz3rs/propanol) has announced the addition of the "Concise Analysis of the International Propanol (Isopropanol & N-Propanol) Market - Forecasts To 2018" report to their offering. The global propanol market, including isopropanol and n-propanol, has witnessed a significant growth in the past few years and this growth is estimated to continue in the coming years. Both isopropanol and n-propanol are among the most widely used solvents and are also employed for manufacturing various industrial chemicals, additionally isopropanol finds significant applications in pharmaceuticals. Isopropanol is considered as a viable substitute for other organic solvents and its volumetric consumption is far more than that of n-propanol. Currently, Asia-Pacific is the largest consumer of isopropanol, consuming about 40.0% of the total global consumption, while North America is the largest consumer of n-propanol, consuming more than half of the total global consumption in 2012. Among all the countries, U.S. leads the isopropanol and n-propanol market, consuming maximum volume of both in 2012. The market volume of isopropanol & n-propanol is comparatively low in ROW region, but it is expected show the highest CAGR from 2013 to 2018, followed by Asia-Pacific. Key Topics Covered: 1 Introduction 2 Executive Summary 3 Premium Insights 4 Market Overview 5 Global Propanol Plant Capacities 6 Isopropanol Market 7 N-Propanol Market 8 Competitive Landscape 9 Company Profiles Companies Mentioned: - BASF SE - Carboclor SA - China National Petroleum Corporation - Deepak Fertilizers And Petrochemicals Corporation Limited - Eastman Chemical Company - Exxon Mobil Chemical Company - ISU Chemical Co Ltd - JX Nippon Oil & Energy Corporation - LCY Chemical Corp - LG Chem Ltd - Lyondellbasell Industries NV - Mitsui Chemicals Inc - Novacap SAS - Oxea GMBH - Rhodia SA - Royal Dutch Shell Plc - Sanofi - Sasol Limited - The Dow Chemical Company - Tokuyama Corporation - Zhejiang Xinhua Chemical Co Ltd For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/dgz3rs/propanol
Analyzing the Global Methanol Industry 2014
M2 - Thu Mar 27, 10:40AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/fvzfrz/analyzing_the) has announced the addition of the "Analyzing the Global Methanol Industry" report to their offering. The global methanol industry is growing at a rapid pace. Methanol is a global commodity and is part of the oil & gas industry as well as the chemical industry. The global methanol industry is impacted quite a bit by environmental regulations and political factors as well. With the use of methanol as fuel growing rapidly, the industry is expected to boom in the coming years. Asia Pacific dominates the global methanol demand, with China accounting for nearly 75% of the region's demand of methanol. The global methanol industry is a dynamic industry that has its presence across the world. Globally, over 100 methanol plants have a production capacity of over 80 million metric tons. The report begins with an overview of the global methanol industry starting with an introduction to methanol, an analysis of the value chain of methanol, industry statistics of the global methanol industry, an analysis of methanol market by regions and the global methanol demand and supply scenario. Global methanol production statistics are also analyzed. Key Topics Covered: A. Executive Summary B. Global Methanol Industry C. Demand of Methanol by Regions D. Demand of Methanol by Sectors E. Industry Trends F. Industry Barriers G. Economics of Methanol H. Analysis of Major Markets I. Competition in the Market & Major Players Companies Mentioned - BASF SE - BP Plc - Celanese Corporation - China Risun Coal Chemical - China National Coal Group - Deepak Fertilizers and Petrochemicals Corporation - Duke Energy Corporation - Eastman Chemical - Linde AG - LyondellBasell Industries - Methanex Corporation - Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Company - PEMEX - PETRONAS - Praxair Inc - Repsol YPF, S.A. - Royal Dutch Shell - SABIC - Total SA - Terra Industries - Yunnan Ruiqi Chemical Company For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/fv...lyzing_the
U.S. Chemical Production Nudges Higher - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Tue Mar 25, 5:30PM CDT
U.S. chemical output ticked up on a monthly basis in February as a decline in the Gulf Coast was neutralized by higher production in other areas, according to the latest monthly report from the American Chemistry Council (ACC).
Global Hygiene Adhesives Market 2014-2018 with Bostik SA, H.B. Fuller Co., and Henkel AG & Co. KGaA. Dominating
M2 - Tue Mar 25, 11:28AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/qh3qb5/global_hygiene) has announced the addition of the "Global Hygiene Adhesives Market 2014-2018" report to their offering. One of the main drivers in the Global Hygiene Adhesives market is the increasing focus vendors place on R&D. Vendors in this market are increasing their focus toward developing products that meet the standards set by the regulatory bodies monitoring the environment. In addition, changing customers' requirements, changing competitive scenarios, changing market dynamics, and better performance and productivity of technologically developed products, are the other key factors that are leading to vendors increasing their spending in R&D. Commenting on the report, an analyst from the team said: Emerging markets, such as China and India, are witnessing an increase in demand for hygiene products such as baby diapers and feminine napkins. This is due to the increasing preference shown by consumers in these regions as a result of the increase in their disposable income. However, it has been estimated that the penetration of baby diapers is approximately 20 percent in China and is less than 10 percent in India. This, therefore, creates a huge potential for vendors providing baby diapers to tap the unserved market and increase their market share. Vendors in the Global Hygiene Product market are also focusing on developing new hygiene products to meet the growing demand and to increase the use of hygiene products in these regions. Therefore, as the demand for hygiene products grows in these regions, the demand for hygiene adhesives is also expected to grow. Furthermore, vendors in the Global Hygiene Product market, who are the key end-users in the Global Hygiene Adhesives market, will also require new and innovative hygiene adhesive solutions from vendors in the Global Hygiene Adhesives market. This will result in them developing new and innovative hygiene products, thereby driving the growth in the market during the forecast period Further, the report states that despite the presence of several drivers, the growth of the Global Hygiene Adhesives market is curtailed by several challenges. One such challenge hindering the growth of the market is the increasing cost of raw materials. The increase in the requirement of raw materials by vendors to meet the rising demand for hygiene adhesives has increased the raw material supplier's power to price them as they deem fit. In addition, the increasing demand for raw materials in other application areas such as construction, packaging, and furniture making is also contributing to the volatility in raw material prices. Key vendors dominating this space are: - Bostik SA - H.B. Fuller Co. - Henkel AG & Co. KGaA. Key Topics Covered: 01. Executive Summary 02. List of Abbreviations 03. Scope of the Report 04. Market Research Methodology 05. Introduction 06. Overview of Global Adhesives Market 07. Market Landscape 08. Market Segmentation by Application 09. Geographical Segmentation 10. Buying Criteria 11. Market Growth Drivers 12. Drivers and their Impact 13. Market Challenges 14. Impact of Drivers and Challenges 15. Market Trends 16. Trends and their Impact 17. Vendor Landscape 18. Key Vendor Analysis Other Companies Featured: - 3M Corp. - Abifor AG - ADTEK Malaysia Sdn Bhd - ALFA Klebstoffe AG - Avery Dennison Corp. - BASF SE - Bayer AG - Beardow and Adams (Adhesives) Ltd. - C. L. Hauthaway Corp. - Clifton Adhesive Inc. - Cytec Industries Inc. - Eastman Chemical Company - Evonik Industries AG - Exxon Mobil Corp. - H.B. Fuller Co. - Huntsman Corp. - Ichemco srl. - Jowat AG - Lohmann GmbH & Co.KG - MACtac - OMNOVA Solutions Inc. - Sika AG - The Dow Chemical Co. - The Reynolds Co. - VIXXOL Corp. For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/qh...al_hygiene
Research and Markets: Global Plasticizer Market 2014-2018 with BASF SE, Eastman Chemical Co., ExxonMobil Corp., and Ferro Corp Dominating
Business Wire - Mon Mar 24, 1:01PM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/679tdd/global) has announced the addition of the "Global Plasticizer Market 2014-2018 with BASF SE, Eastman Chemical Co., ExxonMobil Corp., and Ferro Corp Dominating" report to their offering.
Global Plasticizer Market 2014-2018 with BASF SE, Eastman Chemical Co., ExxonMobil Corp., and Ferro Corp Dominating
M2 - Mon Mar 24, 11:16AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/64fwrr/global) has announced the addition of the "Global Plasticizer Market 2014-2018 with BASF SE, Eastman Chemical Co., ExxonMobil Corp., and Ferro Corp Dominating" report to their offering. One of the main drivers in this market is the rising demand for plasticizers from the Medical industry. Plasticizers are increasingly being used in the production of medical devices and in their packaging. The rapid growth of the Medical industry has also adding to the increased requirement for plasticizers. The increasing global concern about the environment and the need for environmental sustainability is forcing vendors to design eco-friendly plasticizers. Plasticizers such as DOP and other types of phthalates contain harmful substances and toxins which often harm the environment and pose risks to aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems. The public in many countries, and social bodies concerned with the environment, have started pressurizing vendors and manufactures of various products to use bio-plasticizers in the manufacture of various goods. Hence, vendors are increasing their research capabilities and are developing biodegradable and less harmful plasticizers such as TEC, TBC, and TOC to protect the environment and population, and to reduce their carbon footprint. Consumers are also demanding more eco-friendly plasticizers, which is positively influencing the growth in this market, though it adds to the manufacturing pressure on some plasticizer vendors. Further, the report states that one of the main challenges hindering the growth of this market is the health risks associated with the use of plasticizers, especially phthalates. Some plasticizers harm humans and lead to low birth weights, problems in the reproductive system, problems in breathing, and numerous other diseases, especially among children. The key vendors dominating this market space are: - BASF SE - Eastman Chemical Co. - ExxonMobil Corp. - Ferro Corp. Key Topics Covered: 01. Executive Summary 02. List of Abbreviations 03. Scope of the Report 04. Market Research Methodology 05. Introduction 06. Market Landscape 07. Regulations in the Global Plasticizer Market 08. Market Segmentation by Application 09. Market Segmentation by Product 10. Market Segmentation by End-users 11. Geographical Segmentation 12. Key Leading Countries 13. Buying Criteria 14. Market Growth Drivers 15. Drivers and their Impact 16. Market Challenges 17. Impact of Drivers and Challenges 18. Market Trends 19. Trends and their Impact 20. Vendor Landscape 21. Key Vendor Analysis Other Companies Mentioned - Adeka Corp. - Arkema S.A. - Clariant International Ltd. - Daelim Industrial Co. Ltd. - Dow Chemical Co. - Evonik Industries AG - Grupa Azoty S.A. - LG Chem Ltd. - Nan Ya Plastics Corp. - Perstorp Holding AG - Shandong Hongxin Chemicals Co. - Sinopec Ltd. - Teknor Apex - UPC Technology Corp. For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/64fwrr/global
Bad Weather Hits DuPont's Earnings - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Thu Apr 17, 2:10PM CDT
DuPont missed earnings expectations in the first quarter as harsh winter weather hurt its core agriculture business.
Solvent Market Market 2014-2018
M2 - Wed Apr 16, 2:56AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/667gpm/solvent_market_by) has announced the addition of the "Solvent Market by Type Application & Source - Global Trends & Forecast to 2018" report to their offering. Solvents find their usage in various industries for one or more applications. It is used as a carrier to dissolve pigments and other ingredients, as well as to enhance certain properties such as the density of solutions. The major application is paints and coatings, which accounts for a majority of the solvents usage, followed by the pharma industry, adhesives, cleaning of metals, printing inks, personal care products, manufacturing of rubber & polymers, and agricultural chemicals. There are several types of solvents, which are suitable for one or more applications. The three major types of conventional solvents are oxygenated, hydrocarbon, and halogenated. Oxygenated solvents are the most widely used with hydrocarbon (specially aliphatic) and halogenated hydrocarbons being gradually phased out. Among all oxygenated solvents, alcohols are the most consumed solvents, followed by esters. Among all the green & bio solvents, alcohols and diols are the most consumed solvents, followed by lactate esters. The current market demand is concentrated on environmentally safe solvents due to various regulations such as The Clean Air Act revisions of 1996 and Registration, Evaluation and Authorization of Chemicals (REACH) legislation of 2007. This is a driver for bio & green solvents, which will help increase its penetration in various end-user industries. Other market opportunities include high demand from emerging economies of the Asia-Pacific region such as China. This demand is derived from thriving industries in the region such as construction and automobile. Key Topics Covered: - Introduction - Executive Summary - Premium Insights - Market Overview - Industrial Solvents Market, By Source - Industrial Solvents Market, By Type - Industrial Solvents Market, By Application - Industrial Solvents Market, By Geography - Competitive Landscape - Company Profiles - Ashland Inc. - Basf Se - Celanese Corporation - Eastman Chemical Company - Exxonmobil Corporation - Honeywell International Inc. - Huntsman Corp. - Ineos Ag - Lyondellbasell Industries N.V. - Royal Dutch Shell - Sasol Ltd. - Solvay Sa For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/66..._market_by
Global Specialty and High Performance Films Market 2014-2018 with 3M, Bayer Material Science, Dow Chemical, Honeywell International Dominating
M2 - Tue Apr 15, 3:20AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/lrr49m/global_specialty) has announced the addition of the "Global Specialty and High Performance Films Market 2014-2018" report to their offering. The Global Specialty and High-performance Films Market will grow at a CAGR of 6.36 percent over the period 2013-2018. The Specialty and High Performance Films market is adversely affected by high competition and low profit margins. Specialty film manufacturers are going through a period of consolidation to satisfy customers through competitive pricing. Through consolidation, the key players are trying to gain a competitive advantage to manufacture specialty and high performance films that will meet stringent client specifications, which is the only way to enhance their profits margins. To benefit from lowered operational costs and to move closer to the target market, specialty film producers in developed countries have increasingly been shifting their plant and research and developments sites to favorable offshore locations. Specialty film manufacturers are under pricing pressures, performance pressures, and decreasing margin pressures. They are expected to produce high quality films with distinct performance advantages at competitive prices. To gain a distinct edge in a competitive market, and increase profit margins, specialty film manufacturers are investing heavily in R&D for creating innovative products. This enables key players in the market to differentiate their products through enhanced performance. Possibilities in this area are immense. Manufacturers can bring in new products by developing multilayer film structures, combining low-cost and high-cost films, and through the increased use of bio-based polymers. Further, the report states that one of the major challenges in the Global Specialty and High Performance Films market is increasing competition among the players and the constant pressure on them to produce efficient products at competitive prices. Key Vendors - 3M Co. - Bayer Material Science LLC - Dow Chemical Co. - Honeywell International Inc. Other Prominent Vendors - Bemis Co. Inc. - Clopay Plastic Products - CPFilms Inc. - Eastman Chemical Co. - E.I. du Pont de Nemours and Co. - Evonik Industries AG - Garware Polyester Ltd. - Kaneka Corp. - Polyplex Corp. Ltd. - Saudi Basic Industries Corp. - Sealed Air Corp. Key Topics Covered: - Executive Summary - List of Abbreviations - Scope of the Report - Market Research Methodology - Introduction - Market Landscape - Market Segmentation by Application - Market Segmentation by Product - Market Segmentation by End-users - Geographical Segmentation - Key Leading Countries - Buying Criteria - Market Growth Drivers - Drivers and their Impact - Market Challenges - Impact of Drivers and Challenges - Market Trends - Trends and their Impact - Vendor Landscape - Key Vendor Analysis For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/lr..._specialty
Chemical Industry Stock Outlook - April 2014 - Zacks Analyst Interviews
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Chemical Companies Announce Stock Price Updates, Awards, Non-Renewal of Agreements, and Retirements - Analyst Notes on Huntsman, Eastman, LSB, Minerals Technologies, and Syngenta
PR Newswire - Wed Apr 09, 7:00AM CDT
Today, Analysts Review released its analysts' notes regarding Huntsman Corporation (NYSE: HUN), Eastman Chemical Company (NYSE: EMN), LSB Industries, Inc. (NYSE: LXU), Minerals Technologies Inc. (NYSE: MTX), and Syngenta AG (NYSE: SYT). Private wealth members receive these notes ahead of publication. To reserve complementary membership, limited openings are available at: http://www.AnalystsReview.com/register
Global Antioxidants Market 2014-2018 with Adeka, AkzoNobel N.V., Albemarle, BASF SE, Chemtura & Songwon Industrial Dominating
M2 - Wed Apr 09, 6:37AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/2wns42/global) has announced the addition of the "Global Antioxidants Market 2014-2018" report to their offering. The Global Antioxidants market will grow at a CAGR of 4% to 2018. One of the key drivers contributing to the growth of this market is the growing awareness about health. This is mainly attributed to consumers adopting healthy lifestyles in order to prevent disease. People are increasingly reducing the consumption of unhealthy foods that cause diseases and obesity. There is an increased demand for organically prepared and preserved foods. The changing perception of consumer health from being reactive to proactive and from treatment to prevention of diseases is a major trend identified for the Global Antioxidants market. Further, the report states that one of the key challenges is the lack of consumer education about the benefits of antioxidants. The majority of the global population is not aware of the need for a balanced diet and the role of antioxidants in diets. The lack of consistency in product demand is a challenge faced by antioxidant vendors. The Global Antioxidants market can be divided into six segments based on their applications in various end-user industries and markets: - Synthetic Resins industry - Food and Beverages industry - Cosmetics industry - Fuel Additives market - Animal Feed industry - Other industries. Key Vendors - Adeka Corp. - AkzoNobel N.V. - Albemarle Corp. - BASF SE - Chemtura Corp. - Songwon Industrial Co. Ltd. Key Market Drivers/Challenges/Trends - Growing Health Awareness. - Lack of Consumer Education about Additional Health Benefits of Antioxidants. - Changing Customer Behavior. Key Topics Covered: - Executive Summary - List of Abbreviations - Scope of the Report - Market Research Methodology - Introduction - Market Landscape - Market Segmentation by Application - Market Segmentation by End-users - Geographical Segmentation - Key Leading Countries - Buying Criteria - Market Growth Drivers - Drivers and their Impact - Market Challenges - Impact of Drivers and Challenges - Market Trends - Trends and their Impact - Vendor Landscape - Key Vendor Analysis Other Prominent Vendors - Ajinomoto Omnichem Natural Specialities - Archer Daniels Midland Co. - Ashland Inc. - Baker Hughes Inc. - Cargill Inc. - Champion Technologies - Cytec Industries Inc. - DSM - Eastman Chemical Co. - FMC Corp. - Innospec Inc. - Korea Kumho Petrochemical Co. Ltd. - Lonza Group Ltd. - Lubrizol Corp. - Naturex Inc. - Omnova Solutions Inc. - SI Group Inc. - Sumitomo Chemical Co. Ltd. - The Dow Chemical Co. - Thor Group Ltd. - Troy Corp. For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/2wns42/global
Analyzing the Chemical Industry in United States 2014
M2 - Wed Apr 09, 5:08AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/43qn38/analyzing_the) has announced the addition of the "Analyzing the Chemical Industry in United States" report to their offering. The US Chemical Industry is one of the world's largest producer by a substantial margin with a balance of trade surplus in excess of $15 billion. It is a major player contributing 21% in GDP to the US economy. This growth has led many theorists to conclude that the industry is a harvester rather than an investor for future growth. Analyzing the Chemical Industry in United States researches the characteristics of the US chemical industry and the segments which, as a whole, make up this dynamic machinery of growth. The massive globalization strides taken by the industry as explained in the report with the requirement of heavy capital investment that brings in more competition and the overall focus of the industry to meet the environmental challenge. The report delves deeper into the processes applied in the US chemical industry and their defining global standards thereby ensuring leadership in exports as well as attracting FDI in the industry. The industry's dynamics like competition, infrastructure and the regulatory policies with the reporting requirements deployed on the industry are explained by the report. The progress of technology vis-?-vis the environmental costs as incurred by the industry are discussed in view of the energy demands of the industry. The report defines the industry in two major compartments as organic and inorganic sectors and the technologies employed by them. The report also profiles some of the leading players in the industry who have earned the reputation and pride for the US Chemical Industry globally and placing the United States at the top of the pecking order. Key Topics Covered: A. Executive Summary B. Introduction to the Industry C. Looking at Chemical Processing in the US D. Trade in the Industry E. Factors Influencing Competition in the Industry F. Looking at Technology involved in the Industry G. Environmental Costs of the US Chemical Industry and Restrictions on Chemical Products H. Looking at the Energy Demands of the Industry I. Energy Use and Energy Intensity of the Industry J. Foreign Investment in the Chemical Sector K. The Organic Chemical Industry in US L. The Inorganic Chemical Industry in US M. Leading Players N. Appendix O. Glossary of Terms Companies Mentioned - Bayer AG - BASF SE - ConocoPhillips - Dow Chemical Company - DuPont (EI) de Nemours - Eastman Chemical Company - Exxon Mobil Corporation - Huntsman Corporation - Monsanto Company Visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/43...lyzing_the
Eastman Schedules First-Quarter Financial Results News Release and SEC Form 8-K Filing, Teleconference and Webcast
Thomson Reuters ONE - Mon Apr 07, 12:26PM CDT
Latex Coating Trends - Global Overview 2014
M2 - Fri Apr 04, 9:38AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/gldlh4/latex_coating) has announced the addition of the "Latex Coating Trends" report to their offering. Latex coatings or water emulsion coatings include various thermoplastic resin particles, covered by an emulsifier for keeping the particles separate in the liquid phase. These resin particles coalesce to develop a solid film as the emulsifier solvents and water gradually evaporate. The report analyzes and presents an overview of Latex coatings market worldwide. The report provides a review of market trends, growth drivers, and strategic industry activities of major companies worldwide. Key Topics Covered: 1. LATEX COATINGS - AN OVERVIEW - Latex - Introduction - Latex Coatings and Paints - Composition - Latex Coatings and Paints - Benefits - Latex Coatings and Paints - Concerns - Latex Spray Paints 2. RECENT INDUSTRY ACTIVITY - Diamond Vogel Unveils EverCryl Exterior Acrylic Latex - The Waterloo Institute for Nanotechnology and EcoSynthetix Ink - Agreement to Develop New Biolatex? Binders - AkzoNobel Takes Over Boxing Oleochemicals - BASF Japan and BASF Coatings Japan to Merge - Eastman Chemical Takes Over Solutia - Dow Coating Materials Unveils ACRYSOL DR-110 Rheology Modifier - AkzoNobel Acquires Dow Chemical's Powder Coatings Business - OMNOVA Solutions Takes Over Hollow Sphere Plastic Pigment - Product Range of The Dow Chemical - Valspar Takes Over Wattyl 3. MARKET PARTICIPANTS - Aldo Products Company, Inc. (USA) - Apcotex Industries Ltd. (India) - Apexical, Inc. (USA) - Benjamin Moore & Company (USA) - Chemionics Corporation (USA) - Diamond Vogel (USA) - Dow Chemical Company, The (USA) - Finnaren & Haley Paint, Inc. (USA) - Industrial Latex Compounds Ltd. (UK) - Jones-Blair (USA) - JSR Corporation (Japan) - Kefa Northeast (USA) - Plastic Coatings Corporation (USA) - PolyOne Corporation (USA) - PPG Architectural Coatings, Inc. (USA) - Quantum Chemical (Canada) - Sherwin-Williams Company (USA) - Shiner International, Inc. (China) - Styron LLC (USA) - Sun Paints and Coatings, Inc. (USA) - Textile Rubber & Chemical Co., Inc. (USA) - Valspar Corporation (USA) - W. R. Grace & Co. (USA) - Williams-Hayward Protective Coatings, Inc. (USA) - Yangzhou Lida Chemical Co., Ltd. (China) 4. APPENDIX For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/gl...ex_coating
Notable Recognitions, New Plants, Dividend Increases, Agreements, and Product Launches - Analyst Notes on Eastman, Praxair, Air Products & Chemicals, Ashland, and Braksem
PR Newswire - Fri Apr 04, 7:00AM CDT
Today, Analysts Review released its analysts' notes regarding Eastman Chemical Co. (NYSE: EMN), Praxair Inc. (NYSE: PX), Air Products & Chemicals Inc. (NYSE: APD), Ashland Inc. (NYSE: ASH), and Braskem S.A. (NYSE: BAK). Private wealth members receive these notes ahead of publication. To reserve complementary membership, limited openings are available at: http://www.AnalystsReview.com/register
EPA Honors Eastman Chemical Company with 2014 ENERGY STAR(R) Partner of the Year - Sustained Excellence Recognition
Thomson Reuters ONE - Thu Apr 03, 8:05AM CDT
Global Coating Additives Market Report 2013-2018 - Analysis of the $8 Billion Industry
M2 - Wed Apr 02, 2:59AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/f592dv/coating_additives) has announced the addition of the "Global Coating Additives Market Report 2013-2018 - Analysis of the $8 Billion Industry" report to their offering. This global market, in terms of revenue, was estimated to be worth $6 billion in 2012 and is expected to reach $8.7 billion by 2018, growing at a CAGR of 6.4% from 2013. Asia-Pacific and North America dominated the global coating additives market demand in 2012. Asia-Pacific is expected to remain the largest market in the near future, owing to increasing demand from key countries such as China and India. This study estimates and projects the global market trend of coating additives until the end of 2018. Asia-Pacific is the most dominant market for these additives, owing to large and growing demand from China and growing construction industry. Coatings are also available in powder form which is best suited for application where the substrate is able to withstand curing temperature which is more than 125 C. Acrylic and urethane-based additives are the fastest growing product types in these applications. Growing construction activity, automotive, industrial developments, and furniture are expected to help this market. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the largest market for these additives where growth is driven by key countries such as China, Japan, and India. This market research study provides detailed qualitative and quantitative analysis of the global coating additives market. The report provides a comprehensive review of major market drivers, restraints, opportunities, winning imperatives, and challenges in the market. The market is further segmented and forecasted for major regions that include North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, South America, and Rest of the World. Competitive scenario and market share of the top players in the market has been discussed in detail. The top players of the industry are profiled in detail with their recent developments and other strategic industry activities. Scope of the Report Applications - Automotive - Architecture - The industrial sector - Wood & Furniture - Other applications Product Type - Acrylic - Urethane - Metallic - Fluoropolymers - Others Function - Rheology modification - Biocidic - Anti-foaming - Wetting & dispersing - Impact modification - Others Formulation - Solvent-borne - Water-borne - Powder coating Key Topics Covered: - Introduction - Executive Summary - Premium Insights - Market Overview - Global Market, By Geography - Global Market, By Application - Global Coatings Additives Market, By Function - Global Market, By Formulation - Global Coatings Additives Market, By Type - Competitive Landscape - Company Profiles - Akzonobel NV - Arkema SA - Asahi Glass Co Ltd - Ashland Inc - BASF SE - BYK-Chemie GMBH - Cabot Corp - Cytec Industries Inc - Daikin Industries Ltd - Dynea AS - Eastman Chemical Company - Elementis PLC - Evonik Industries AG - K-Tech (India) Limited - Momentive Specialty Chemicals Inc - Rhodia SA - The Dow Chemical Company - The Lubrizol Corporation For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/f5..._additives
Concise Analysis of the International Propanol (Isopropanol & N-Propanol) Market - Forecasts To 2018
M2 - Mon Mar 31, 5:29AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/dgz3rs/propanol) has announced the addition of the "Concise Analysis of the International Propanol (Isopropanol & N-Propanol) Market - Forecasts To 2018" report to their offering. The global propanol market, including isopropanol and n-propanol, has witnessed a significant growth in the past few years and this growth is estimated to continue in the coming years. Both isopropanol and n-propanol are among the most widely used solvents and are also employed for manufacturing various industrial chemicals, additionally isopropanol finds significant applications in pharmaceuticals. Isopropanol is considered as a viable substitute for other organic solvents and its volumetric consumption is far more than that of n-propanol. Currently, Asia-Pacific is the largest consumer of isopropanol, consuming about 40.0% of the total global consumption, while North America is the largest consumer of n-propanol, consuming more than half of the total global consumption in 2012. Among all the countries, U.S. leads the isopropanol and n-propanol market, consuming maximum volume of both in 2012. The market volume of isopropanol & n-propanol is comparatively low in ROW region, but it is expected show the highest CAGR from 2013 to 2018, followed by Asia-Pacific. Key Topics Covered: 1 Introduction 2 Executive Summary 3 Premium Insights 4 Market Overview 5 Global Propanol Plant Capacities 6 Isopropanol Market 7 N-Propanol Market 8 Competitive Landscape 9 Company Profiles Companies Mentioned: - BASF SE - Carboclor SA - China National Petroleum Corporation - Deepak Fertilizers And Petrochemicals Corporation Limited - Eastman Chemical Company - Exxon Mobil Chemical Company - ISU Chemical Co Ltd - JX Nippon Oil & Energy Corporation - LCY Chemical Corp - LG Chem Ltd - Lyondellbasell Industries NV - Mitsui Chemicals Inc - Novacap SAS - Oxea GMBH - Rhodia SA - Royal Dutch Shell Plc - Sanofi - Sasol Limited - The Dow Chemical Company - Tokuyama Corporation - Zhejiang Xinhua Chemical Co Ltd For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/dgz3rs/propanol
Analyzing the Global Methanol Industry 2014
M2 - Thu Mar 27, 10:40AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/fvzfrz/analyzing_the) has announced the addition of the "Analyzing the Global Methanol Industry" report to their offering. The global methanol industry is growing at a rapid pace. Methanol is a global commodity and is part of the oil & gas industry as well as the chemical industry. The global methanol industry is impacted quite a bit by environmental regulations and political factors as well. With the use of methanol as fuel growing rapidly, the industry is expected to boom in the coming years. Asia Pacific dominates the global methanol demand, with China accounting for nearly 75% of the region's demand of methanol. The global methanol industry is a dynamic industry that has its presence across the world. Globally, over 100 methanol plants have a production capacity of over 80 million metric tons. The report begins with an overview of the global methanol industry starting with an introduction to methanol, an analysis of the value chain of methanol, industry statistics of the global methanol industry, an analysis of methanol market by regions and the global methanol demand and supply scenario. Global methanol production statistics are also analyzed. Key Topics Covered: A. Executive Summary B. Global Methanol Industry C. Demand of Methanol by Regions D. Demand of Methanol by Sectors E. Industry Trends F. Industry Barriers G. Economics of Methanol H. Analysis of Major Markets I. Competition in the Market & Major Players Companies Mentioned - BASF SE - BP Plc - Celanese Corporation - China Risun Coal Chemical - China National Coal Group - Deepak Fertilizers and Petrochemicals Corporation - Duke Energy Corporation - Eastman Chemical - Linde AG - LyondellBasell Industries - Methanex Corporation - Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Company - PEMEX - PETRONAS - Praxair Inc - Repsol YPF, S.A. - Royal Dutch Shell - SABIC - Total SA - Terra Industries - Yunnan Ruiqi Chemical Company For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/fv...lyzing_the
U.S. Chemical Production Nudges Higher - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Tue Mar 25, 5:30PM CDT
U.S. chemical output ticked up on a monthly basis in February as a decline in the Gulf Coast was neutralized by higher production in other areas, according to the latest monthly report from the American Chemistry Council (ACC).
Global Hygiene Adhesives Market 2014-2018 with Bostik SA, H.B. Fuller Co., and Henkel AG & Co. KGaA. Dominating
M2 - Tue Mar 25, 11:28AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/qh3qb5/global_hygiene) has announced the addition of the "Global Hygiene Adhesives Market 2014-2018" report to their offering. One of the main drivers in the Global Hygiene Adhesives market is the increasing focus vendors place on R&D. Vendors in this market are increasing their focus toward developing products that meet the standards set by the regulatory bodies monitoring the environment. In addition, changing customers' requirements, changing competitive scenarios, changing market dynamics, and better performance and productivity of technologically developed products, are the other key factors that are leading to vendors increasing their spending in R&D. Commenting on the report, an analyst from the team said: Emerging markets, such as China and India, are witnessing an increase in demand for hygiene products such as baby diapers and feminine napkins. This is due to the increasing preference shown by consumers in these regions as a result of the increase in their disposable income. However, it has been estimated that the penetration of baby diapers is approximately 20 percent in China and is less than 10 percent in India. This, therefore, creates a huge potential for vendors providing baby diapers to tap the unserved market and increase their market share. Vendors in the Global Hygiene Product market are also focusing on developing new hygiene products to meet the growing demand and to increase the use of hygiene products in these regions. Therefore, as the demand for hygiene products grows in these regions, the demand for hygiene adhesives is also expected to grow. Furthermore, vendors in the Global Hygiene Product market, who are the key end-users in the Global Hygiene Adhesives market, will also require new and innovative hygiene adhesive solutions from vendors in the Global Hygiene Adhesives market. This will result in them developing new and innovative hygiene products, thereby driving the growth in the market during the forecast period Further, the report states that despite the presence of several drivers, the growth of the Global Hygiene Adhesives market is curtailed by several challenges. One such challenge hindering the growth of the market is the increasing cost of raw materials. The increase in the requirement of raw materials by vendors to meet the rising demand for hygiene adhesives has increased the raw material supplier's power to price them as they deem fit. In addition, the increasing demand for raw materials in other application areas such as construction, packaging, and furniture making is also contributing to the volatility in raw material prices. Key vendors dominating this space are: - Bostik SA - H.B. Fuller Co. - Henkel AG & Co. KGaA. Key Topics Covered: 01. Executive Summary 02. List of Abbreviations 03. Scope of the Report 04. Market Research Methodology 05. Introduction 06. Overview of Global Adhesives Market 07. Market Landscape 08. Market Segmentation by Application 09. Geographical Segmentation 10. Buying Criteria 11. Market Growth Drivers 12. Drivers and their Impact 13. Market Challenges 14. Impact of Drivers and Challenges 15. Market Trends 16. Trends and their Impact 17. Vendor Landscape 18. Key Vendor Analysis Other Companies Featured: - 3M Corp. - Abifor AG - ADTEK Malaysia Sdn Bhd - ALFA Klebstoffe AG - Avery Dennison Corp. - BASF SE - Bayer AG - Beardow and Adams (Adhesives) Ltd. - C. L. Hauthaway Corp. - Clifton Adhesive Inc. - Cytec Industries Inc. - Eastman Chemical Company - Evonik Industries AG - Exxon Mobil Corp. - H.B. Fuller Co. - Huntsman Corp. - Ichemco srl. - Jowat AG - Lohmann GmbH & Co.KG - MACtac - OMNOVA Solutions Inc. - Sika AG - The Dow Chemical Co. - The Reynolds Co. - VIXXOL Corp. For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/qh...al_hygiene
Research and Markets: Global Plasticizer Market 2014-2018 with BASF SE, Eastman Chemical Co., ExxonMobil Corp., and Ferro Corp Dominating
Business Wire - Mon Mar 24, 1:01PM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/679tdd/global) has announced the addition of the "Global Plasticizer Market 2014-2018 with BASF SE, Eastman Chemical Co., ExxonMobil Corp., and Ferro Corp Dominating" report to their offering.
Global Plasticizer Market 2014-2018 with BASF SE, Eastman Chemical Co., ExxonMobil Corp., and Ferro Corp Dominating
M2 - Mon Mar 24, 11:16AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/64fwrr/global) has announced the addition of the "Global Plasticizer Market 2014-2018 with BASF SE, Eastman Chemical Co., ExxonMobil Corp., and Ferro Corp Dominating" report to their offering. One of the main drivers in this market is the rising demand for plasticizers from the Medical industry. Plasticizers are increasingly being used in the production of medical devices and in their packaging. The rapid growth of the Medical industry has also adding to the increased requirement for plasticizers. The increasing global concern about the environment and the need for environmental sustainability is forcing vendors to design eco-friendly plasticizers. Plasticizers such as DOP and other types of phthalates contain harmful substances and toxins which often harm the environment and pose risks to aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems. The public in many countries, and social bodies concerned with the environment, have started pressurizing vendors and manufactures of various products to use bio-plasticizers in the manufacture of various goods. Hence, vendors are increasing their research capabilities and are developing biodegradable and less harmful plasticizers such as TEC, TBC, and TOC to protect the environment and population, and to reduce their carbon footprint. Consumers are also demanding more eco-friendly plasticizers, which is positively influencing the growth in this market, though it adds to the manufacturing pressure on some plasticizer vendors. Further, the report states that one of the main challenges hindering the growth of this market is the health risks associated with the use of plasticizers, especially phthalates. Some plasticizers harm humans and lead to low birth weights, problems in the reproductive system, problems in breathing, and numerous other diseases, especially among children. The key vendors dominating this market space are: - BASF SE - Eastman Chemical Co. - ExxonMobil Corp. - Ferro Corp. Key Topics Covered: 01. Executive Summary 02. List of Abbreviations 03. Scope of the Report 04. Market Research Methodology 05. Introduction 06. Market Landscape 07. Regulations in the Global Plasticizer Market 08. Market Segmentation by Application 09. Market Segmentation by Product 10. Market Segmentation by End-users 11. Geographical Segmentation 12. Key Leading Countries 13. Buying Criteria 14. Market Growth Drivers 15. Drivers and their Impact 16. Market Challenges 17. Impact of Drivers and Challenges 18. Market Trends 19. Trends and their Impact 20. Vendor Landscape 21. Key Vendor Analysis Other Companies Mentioned - Adeka Corp. - Arkema S.A. - Clariant International Ltd. - Daelim Industrial Co. Ltd. - Dow Chemical Co. - Evonik Industries AG - Grupa Azoty S.A. - LG Chem Ltd. - Nan Ya Plastics Corp. - Perstorp Holding AG - Shandong Hongxin Chemicals Co. - Sinopec Ltd. - Teknor Apex - UPC Technology Corp. For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/64fwrr/global
