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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.


Mars to Acquire Kellanova
Mars, Incorporated, a family-owned global leader in pet care, snacking, and food, and Kellanova, a leading company in global snacking,...
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Aug 23, 20242 min read


Lubrizol and Sabic Develop Soft-Rigid Materials
A variety of sustainable material alternatives that integrate both soft and rigid materials have been developed as a result of a...
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Aug 22, 20242 min read


Innovations in Polyurethane Foam Technology: Enhancing Performance and Applications
Polyurethane foam technology has undergone significant advancements in recent years, driven by the need for improved sustainability and...
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Aug 22, 20241 min read


ROCKWOOL to Acquire Top Vietnamese Stone Wool Manufacturer
ROCKWOOL will acquire Khai Hoan Insulation, located near Ho Chi Minh City, marking the company's first production facility in Vietnam....
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Aug 21, 20241 min read


Covestro & Carlisle Advance Sustainable Construction with Bio-Circular Insulation
Covestro LLC and Carlisle Construction Materials are at the forefront of advancing sustainable construction through the use of...
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Aug 19, 20243 min read


Emerging Trends in the Flavor Industry
The flavor industry, a dynamic sector integral to food, beverage, and wellness, is undergoing significant shifts. These changes are...
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Aug 14, 20243 min read


Austrotherm to Acquire Brucha's EPS Insulation Business
In a strategic move to enhance its product offerings, AUSTROTHERM has officially taken over the EPS insulation board division as of...
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Aug 13, 20241 min read


MDI Supply Tightens in Europe Amid Force Majeure and Regional Allocation
Huntsman Holland BV declared force majeure for MDI and MDI-based products from its Rotterdam facility due to unforeseen circumstances...
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Aug 13, 20241 min read


Global Overview of the Polyurethane Dispersions (PUD) Market 2024
IAL is pleased to announce the release of the 6th edition of its report on the global market for Polyurethane Dispersions . This new...
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Aug 13, 20241 min read


L'Oréal Group has Acquired a 10% Stake in Galderma
L'Oréal announced the purchase of a 10% share in Galderma Group AG from Sunshine SwissCo AG (a consortium chaired by EQT), Abu Dhabi...
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Aug 9, 20241 min read


PU in Automotive Applications
There is a wide range of applications for polyurethanes, none more so than in the automotive sector, where it finds usage in the form of...
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Aug 9, 20242 min read


Brazil Pre-Determined Anti-Dumping For China's Polyols
The Secretariat of Foreign Trade of the Ministry of Development, Industry, Trade, and Services of Brazil (Ministério do Desenvolvimento,...
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Aug 8, 20241 min read


Huntsman Reveals Q2 2024 Earnings, Highlights Polyurethane Segment Dynamics
Huntsman Corporation announced its financial results for the second quarter of 2024, revealing revenues of $1,574 million. The company...
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Aug 7, 20241 min read


Polyurethane Foam Mattress Recycling in Europe
Polyurethane foam (PU foam) is a common material used in mattresses due to its comfort and durability. However, the disposal of PU foam...
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Aug 7, 20243 min read


Kingspan and MV Aceros Announce Strategic Joint Venture
In a move set to transform the construction materials industry, Kingspan, a global leader in high-performance insulation and building...
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Aug 6, 20242 min read


Rampf Adds a Reactive Resin Multifunctional Cell
Rampf Production Systems has launched a new multifunctional cell that enables the automated mixing and dispensing of reactive resin...
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Aug 2, 20241 min read


IFF to Open a New Cutting-edge Innovation Center in Shanghai
IFF, a global leader in food and beverage, home and personal care, smell, and health, stated that it plans to finish renovating and...
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Aug 2, 20242 min read


Symrise Opens Digital Innovation Center in Singapore
Symrise has taken a significant step forward by establishing the Digital Immersion Co-Creation Center in Singapore. This innovative...
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Aug 1, 20241 min read


Lubrizol plans to construct a $200 million manufacturing facility in India.
The Lubrizol Corporation, a global leader in specialty chemicals, announced today that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding to...
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Jul 31, 20241 min read


Freudenberg Opens Advanced Thermal Insulation Factory in Long Thanh
Freudenberg Performance Materials Apparel, a German manufacturer of innovative textile materials, inaugurated a state-of-the-art thermal...
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Jul 29, 20242 min read


Givaudan Reports Strong H1 2024 Results with 12.5% Sales Growth
Givaudan reported CHF 3,737 million in sales for the first six months of 2024, reflecting a 12.5% increase on a like-for-like (LFL) basis...
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Jul 29, 20241 min read


Trelleborg Announces $30 Million Investment in New North Carolina Facility
Global leading engineered polymer group Trelleborg has announced a greenfield development for its engineered coated fabrics operations in...
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Jul 29, 20241 min read


Dow Reports Q2 2024 Results: Net Sales Down 4.4%, Volume Growth Continues
In the second quarter of 2024, Dow's net sales fell by 4.4% year-on-year, from $11.4 billion to $10.9 billion. However, sales increased...
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Jul 26, 20241 min read


Chemical Industry Impact Mattress Market in U.S.
In 2024, the chemical industry in the United States would be confronted with a number of obstacles. These challenges not only put the...
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Jul 25, 20242 min read
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