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Stay informed regarding IAL's latest publications and industry news covering the markets for Polyurethanes, Flavours & Fragrances and Thermal Insulation.


Shandong Yinuowei Files Patent for High-Temperature Resistant Rigid Polyurethane Foam for Pipeline Insulation
Shandong Yinuowei New Materials Co., Ltd. has recently applied for a patent entitled “Rigid Polyurethane Foam Materials for High-Temperature Resistant Pipelines and Their Preparation Methods”, published under the number CN121319307A with an application date of December 2025, according to information released by the State Intellectual Property Office.
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Henkel Unveils Next-Generation Polyurethane Potting Compound to Boost Industrial and Power Electronics Reliability
Henkel has launched Loctite STYCAST US 8000 A/B, a next-generation two-component polyurethane potting compound designed to enhance the reliability and service life of industrial and power electronics operating in harsh environments.
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Ajmal Perfumes expands their presence in the United States, bringing the heart of Arabian perfumery to Americans' doorsteps
Ajmal Perfumes expands their presence in the United States, bringing the heart of Arabian perfumery to Americans' doorsteps
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3 days ago2 min read


ASTech and dsm-firmenich Forge Strategic Partnership to Strengthen Global UV Filter Market Presence
ASTech, a specialist in UV filter ingredients for sun protection, and dsm-firmenich, a global leader in nutrition, health and beauty, have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) and completed an associated investment process to establish a strategic business partnership aimed at strengthening their competitiveness in the global sunscreen market.
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3 days ago1 min read


Innova Expands Manufacturing Capacity in Mexico
Innova Engineered Plastics, a leading manufacturer of heavy-gauge plastic enclosures and single-use components for highly regulated industries, has acquired key manufacturing assets from SSK in Mexicali, Mexico
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3 days ago1 min read


China’s Guangdong Ever Ray Unveils Ultra-Fast UV-Curable Polyurethane Acrylate Solutions for High-Speed Manufacturing
Guangdong Ever Ray Environmental Material Co., Ltd., a leading China-based polyurethane acrylate oligomer manufacturer, has announced the successful launch of its latest ultra-fast curing UV-resin solutions, designed to meet the growing demand for rapid, sustainable and high-precision manufacturing across electronics, automotive and packaging industries.
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3 days ago1 min read


AN OVERVIEW OF THE GLOBAL MARKET FOR POLYOLS
The report presents data on the 2025 consumption of aliphatic and aromatic polyester polyols, as well as polyether and eco-friendly polyols, together with forecast consumption to 2030 (eco-friendly polyols forecast to 2035). Consumption data and forecasts are segmented by the three major geographic regions: the Americas, EMEA and Asia-Pacific
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3 days ago5 min read


MANE expands receptor-based research with the acquisition of ChemoSensoryx
MANE expands receptor-based research with the acquisition of ChemoSensoryx
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Seqens Expands its Cosmetics Product Segment with Preservative Substitutes
Seqens Personal Care has added four blends to its Advens cosmetic ingredients portfolio, consisting of a range of multifunctional alternatives to traditional preservatives. The blends come with two fully bio-based “twins” and aim to drive eco-conscious product development. Developed at the UK manufacturing site Chemoxy, an affiliate of Seqens, the multifunctional ingredients provide humectant and emollient properties. They also act as boosters by reducing the concentration of
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Jan 141 min read


AN OVERVIEW OF THE GLOBAL MARKET FOR POLYOLS 2026 Edition
Publication: January 2026 IAL Consultants is pleased to announce the publication of the second edition of its four-volume study on the global market for polyols. Aliphatic Polyester Polyols are covered in Volume 1; Aromatic Polyester Polyols in Volume 2; Polyether Polyols in Volume 3; and Eco-Friendly Polyols in Volume 4. The geographic scope of the study is as follows: · EMEA (Western Europe, Central and Eastern Europe, Middle East and Africa) · The Am
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Jan 131 min read


Stahl Completes Strategic Carve-Out to Become a Pure-Play Leader in Speciality Coatings
Stahl, the global leader in speciality coatings for flexible materials, has announced the successful completion of the carve-out of its wet-end leather chemicals business, marking a major milestone in its multi-year strategic transformation.
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Jan 131 min read


PARFEX Breaks Ground on Major Sustainable Expansion at Grasse Industrial Site
On 8 January 2026, PARFEX laid the foundation stone for the extension and renovation of its industrial site at the Bois de Grasse Business Park, marking a major milestone in the French fragrance house’s long-term growth and sustainability strategy.
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Jan 131 min read


Role of Amino Acids in Human Nutrition: Market Trends and Outlook
Amino acids are essential components of human biology, forming the foundation of proteins and supporting critical functions such as metabolism, muscle development, immune response and cellular signalling. With rising consumer focus on health, wellness and functional nutrition, this segment of the nutritional ingredients market is experiencing strong growth. Consumers are increasingly shifting toward functional foods that deliver benefits beyond basic nourishment, particularl
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Jan 122 min read


BRB International Launches Advanced Sipostab Silicone Stabiliser Range for Polyurethane Foam Applications
BRB International has announced the launch of its new BRB Sipostab Silicone Stabiliser range, marking a significant advancement in solutions for the polyurethane foam industry.
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Jan 121 min read


Osborne Clarke advised Ruote Capital on the acquisition of Inunup and New Cosmesy by Orienta Capital Partners, Armònia SGR, and Square Capital Club
Osborne Clarke advised Ruote Capital on the acquisition of Inunup and New Cosmesy by Orienta Capital Partners, Armònia SGR, and Square Capital Club
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Jan 111 min read


Global Overview of the Polyurethane Dispersions (PUDs) Market
7th Edition Publication: January 2026 IAL is pleased to announce the publication of the seventh edition of its report on the polyurethane dispersions (PUD) markets. This new edition looks at the growth seen in these markets in recent years and expectations of how the markets will develop in the current economic circumstances. This report defines the production and consumption in 2025 along with forecasts fo
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Jan 81 min read
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