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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.


Sensient Flavours & Extracts launches BioSymphony™
Sensient Flavours & Extracts introduces BioSymphony™, a collection of natural flavours made with premium ingredients.
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Jul 22 min read


NCFI Polyurethane Breaks Ground on State-of-the-Art Facility in North Carolina
NCFI Polyurethanes has officially broken ground on a new manufacturing facility in Mount Airy, North Carolina. Announced last September,...
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Jul 21 min read


Covestro Expands its Coatings and Adhesives Facility in Shanghai
Covestro has completed a significant expansion of its laboratory in Shanghai, which will enhance its capacity to provide more customised...
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Jul 11 min read


TechnoNICOL Announces New Stone Wool Production Facility in Ryazan Region
Ryazan, Russia – June 30, 2025 — TechnoNICOL, one of Europe’s leading manufacturers of construction materials, has unveiled plans to...
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Jun 301 min read


IFF Relocates Global Services Hub in Hyderabad to Support Growth and Innovation
International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF), a leading global flavor and fragrance company, has officially announced the relocation of...
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Jun 271 min read


POLYURETHANE CHEMICALS AND PRODUCTS ASIA PACIFIC (APAC)2025
Part of IAL’s Global PU Database Publication: June 2025 IAL Consultants has updated its in-depth market report on Polyurethane Chemicals...
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Jun 276 min read


Polyurethanes Chemicals and Products In Asia-Pacific (APAC) - Press Release, July 2025
IAL Consultants is pleased to announce the recent publication of its report on the markets for Polyurethane Chemicals and Products in...
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Jun 277 min read


Covestro Begins Domestic Production of Medical-Grade TPU in Asia Pacific
Covestro has begun production of its new Desmopan® Rx medical-grade Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU) at its Changhua facility in Taiwan, which was recently qualified for medical-grade TPU manufacturing.
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Jun 252 min read


Sika Expands Global Footprint with Strategic Investments Worldwide
Sika has strengthened its global footprint by launching three new manufacturing investments in China, Brazil, and Morocco, reinforcing...
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Jun 251 min read


India’s Polyurethane Market Gears Up for Sustainable Expansion
India’s polyurethane (PU) sector accelerated to a 9.5% growth rate in 2024, driven by robust end-use industries and supportive policy...
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Jun 242 min read


Agraria San Francisco and Monique Lhuillier Launch “Tomato Oakmoss” Home Fragrance Collection
San Francisco-based luxury home fragrance brand Agraria has announced the launch of its latest scent, Tomato Oakmoss, created in...
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Jun 201 min read


Flavorchem Releases the Art of Vanilla, Featuring a Premium Vanilla Portfolio
Flavorchem, a global flavour and ingredient supplier, is thrilled to introduce The Art of Vanilla, where superior quality meets limitless adaptability.
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Jun 182 min read


Lubrizol Unveils New ESTANE BCX TPU for Foamed Midsoles
Lubrizol has announced the launch of new grades of ESTANE® BCX TPU (thermoplastic polyurethane), designed specifically for physical foam...
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Jun 182 min read


DSM-Firmenich Breaks Ground on High-Tech Flavor Facility in Italy to Boost Global Capacity
DSM-Firmenich, a global leader in nutrition, health, and beauty innovation, has begun construction of a new state-of-the-art production...
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Jun 131 min read


Bell EMEAI Inaugurates New Application Laboratories in Sri City, India
Bell Flavours & Fragrances EMEAI's inaugurated its state-of-the-art application laboratory at its production site in Sri City, India.
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Jun 111 min read


Evonik Launches TEGO Foamex 8051, a Durable Siloxane Defoamer
Evonik Coating Additives has introduced TEGO Foamex 8051, the newest addition to its TEGO Foamex range of defoamers. This highly...
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Jun 111 min read


Lubrizol Forms Partnership with IMCD to Expand Medical Solutions Business in North America
Lubrizol, a key player in the medical grade thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) solutions sector, has formed a distribution agreement with...
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Jun 101 min read


EUROPUR Unveils PureLCA: A First-of-Its-Kind Tool for Measuring Environmental Impact of PU Foam
EUROPUR, the European association for flexible polyurethane foam producers, has officially launched PureLCA, an innovative software tool...
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Jun 91 min read


Momentive Eyes Expansion in Mexico, Doubles Down on India Growth Amid Global PU Additives Push
Momentive Performance Materials is considering establishing a new site in Mexico as part of its global “In the region, for the region”...
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Jun 92 min read


Henkel Inaugrates Adhesive Technologies Application Center
Henkel has established an additional engineering centre for adhesive technologies in Shanghai. The company expects that its capacity to...
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Jun 31 min read


Delta Coatings Launches New Dubai Facility to Triple Manufacturing Capacity
Delta Coatings International, a leading manufacturer of polyurethane-based protective coatings and waterproofing solutions, has announced...
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Jun 21 min read


Techvina Opens State-of-the-Art Aroma Chemicals Facility in Vietnam to Boost Global Supply
Techvina, a leading Vietnamese producer of natural aroma chemicals, has inaugurated a cutting-edge 12,000-square-meter production...
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May 301 min read


Huntsman Unveils Polyurethane Fire Protection Coating for EVs
Huntsman has introduced a new intumescent polyurethane coating system, POLYRESYST® EV5005, designed to improve fire safety in electric...
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May 292 min read


Perma-Pipe International Secures New Contract in Qatar
Perma-Pipe International Holdings, Inc. has secured its first project in Qatar following its mobilization plans. Valued at $2.4 million,...
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May 281 min read
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