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Latest News from IAL and the Global Chemicals Industry
Stay informed regarding IAL's latest publications and industry news covering the markets for Polyurethanes, Flavours & Fragrances and Thermal Insulation.
OSF Flavors Unveils Advanced R&D Center to Foster Client Collaboration
On May 14, 2025, OSF Flavors, a global leader in custom food and beverage ingredients, announced the launch of a new 20,000-square-foot...
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OrCon Acquires Viva Foam
OrCon Industries, a material handling specialist, has acquired the Viva Foam division from Jamestown Container, along with the majority...
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2 days ago1 min read
**Evonik Transitions Global PU Additives Production to 100% Renewable Electricity
Evonik has successfully transitioned its global polyurethane (PU) additive production facilities—including its silicone and amine...
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4 days ago1 min read
T. Hasegawa USA Unveils PLANTREACT Flavor Technology
T. Hasegawa USA has introduced PLANTREACT, a proprietary flavor technology engineered to replicate the savory taste of animal proteins in...
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May 91 min read
Milliken Expands in India for PU Growth
US-based Milliken Chemical is strengthening its operations in India to keep pace with the country’s expanding polyurethane (PU) industry....
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May 82 min read
Dongsung Chemical Launches Southeast Asia’s Most Advanced Polyurethane Plant
On April 30, Dongsung Chemical, a leader in eco-friendly materials science, announced the official opening of its new polyurethane (PU)...
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May 72 min read
BASF Elevates Mint Innovation in Flavor and Fragrance Industry with Sustainable L-Menthol Solutions
BASF is redefining the flavor and fragrance (F&F) industry with its advanced mint portfolio, centered around its high-purity,...
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May 21 min read
Covestro Unveils Lightweight, Recyclable TPU for Footwear
Covestro has introduced Desmopan® FLY, a new series of thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) materials specially designed for supercritical...
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May 12 min read
Huntsman to Unveil Bio-Based Polyurethane Resins for Wood Composites at LIGNA
Huntsman, a global leader in polyurethane-based resins for composite wood products, will showcase two new bio-based binders at LIGNA 2025...
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Apr 302 min read
Manali Petrochemicals Expands with New Systems House in Gujarat, India
Manali Petrochemicals is investing in a new systems house in Gujarat, India, while also boosting its glycol production capacity at its...
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Apr 291 min read
Axxence Strengthens Global Footprint with Acquisition of U.S. Flavor Firm Purely Natural
Natural aroma ingredients supplier Axxence has announced its acquisition of Purely Natural, a Florida-based producer of natural flavor...
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Apr 251 min read
POLYURETHANE CHEMICALS AND PRODUCTS In Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA)
18th Edition 2025 Publication: April 2025 IAL Consultants has updated its in-depth market report on Polyurethane Chemicals and Products...
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Apr 252 min read
ThermoFab Boosts Capacity with RIM Molding Acquisition
ThermoFab has announced the acquisition of key Reaction Injection Molding (RIM) assets from Mearthane Products Corporation. All RIM...
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Apr 231 min read
Perma‑Pipe Clinches Over $27 Million in New Americas and MENA Project Awards
Perma‑Pipe International Holdings, Inc. has been awarded several major contracts across the Americas and the Middle East, with an...
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Apr 211 min read
IFF Opens Scent Dubai Creative Center to Boost Fragrance Innovation
International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. has inaugurated its new Scent Dubai Creative Center, a 2,000-square-meter expansion within the...
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Apr 181 min read
Wanhua Chemical Acquires Vencorex’s Isocyanate Business
On April 10, 2025, Wanhua Chemical announced its successful acquisition of Vencorex’s specialty isocyanate business, marking a...
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Apr 171 min read
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