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Iran war chokes petrochemical supply, sends plastic prices soaring
Disruptions to oil and petrochemical flows through the Strait of Hormuz following the outbreak of the Iran war have tightened global ​chemicals supply and lifted prices of plastics and polymer, used in everything from auto parts to toys, to roughly four-year highs.
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Middle East war sends shockwaves through Asian plastics market
The war involving Iran, Israel and the United States has started to reverberate through Asia’s plastics and petrochemicals markets, tightening supplies, pushing up prices and disrupting trade flows as oil and gas shipping through the Gulf region becomes increasingly uncertain. Industry participants are already hurting by way of feedstock markets, particularly naphtha and liquefied petroleum...
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Asia Pacific Rubber Market Size & Outlook, 2025-2030
The rubber market in Asia Pacific is expected to reach a projected revenue of US$ 22,996.2 million by 2030. A compound annual growth rate of 5.5% is expected of Asia Pacific rubber market from 2025 to 2030.
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Vietnam Manufacturing Landscape – 2025 Overview and Trends
Over the past decade, Vietnam has developed from primarily a low-cost assembly base into one of Asia’s rising hubs for more advanced manufacturing. In the first eight months of 2025, Vietnam attracted US$26.1 billion in FDI, with manufacturing and processing absorbing the lion’s share of new capital and disbursements.
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Emirates Biotech launches its Embio product range – a new generation of PLA biopolymers made in the Emirates
Emirates Biotech has launched its Embio product range, its new line of PolyLactic Acid (PLA) biopolymers designed to offer a sustainable alternative to traditional plastics. The name Embio reflects the company’s Emirates roots, signifying a biopolymer made in the UAE, while highlighting its commitment to biotechnology and sustainability.
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China’s Provincial Economic Data in H1 2025: Which Regions Are Powering Growth?
China provincial GDP growth data from all 31 mainland regions in H1 2025 provides a detailed view of the country’s economic momentum, revealing both fast-growing provinces and those experiencing slower expansion. The results highlight shifting regional dynamics across sectors such as industry, services, and trade, offering clues to emerging growth engines and potential headwinds as...
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Malaysia to fully halt US e-plastic imports
The Malaysian government recently published regulations indicating the country will stop all U.S.-sourced imports of scrap plastic, including e-plastics from electronics, on July 1. Reports from plastic traders indicate the flow of scrap plastic into Malaysia has already slowed.
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Engineering Plastics for 5G EMI Shielding and Thermal Control
The global rollout of 5G technology has been a catalyst for rethinking the materials used in next-generation devices. Unlike previous mobile generations, 5G relies heavily on millimeter wave (mmWave) frequencies, which offer faster data speeds but are more vulnerable to interference. With escalating demands for electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding and thermal regulation in compact, high-frequency...
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Unlocking Growth in Thermoplastic Elastomers for Footwear Market 2025-2033
The global thermoplastic elastomers (TPE) market for footwear is experiencing robust growth, driven by increasing demand for lightweight, durable, and comfortable footwear across various segments. The market, estimated at $2.5 billion in 2025, is projected to witness a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 6% from 2025 to 2033, reaching approximately $4 billion by 2033....
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CHINAPLAS 2025: BASF and WAL Low Carbon Technology co-create advanced plastic air tank for commercial vehicles
At CHINAPLAS 2025, BASF will showcase a commercial vehicle air tank co-created with WAL Low Carbon Technology (Anhui) Co. Ltd (WAL) and made with BASF’s high-performance material solution Ultramid® polyamide. The innovative solution achieves a weight reduction of 10-20% compared to aluminum alternatives and over 50% compared to steel versions.
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