Oriflame, the globally recognised beauty and wellness company, has announced the launch of Top Scents, a collection of niche fragrances that were developed in partnership with the Givaudan Perfumery School. Oriflame's dedication to fostering emerging creative entrepreneurs is exemplified by the initiative, which aims to increase the accessibility of niche perfumery without sacrificing quality or artistry. Anna Malmhake, Oriflame’s CEO, commented, "The global fragrance market

Reducing the use of non‑renewable materials is becoming an increasingly important focus across the supply chain. For seating systems, improving the sustainability profile of foam components has historically been one of the most challenging areas to advance at scale.

PPG today announced the launch of PPG NUTRISHIELD® MAX PPG7590 solution, a white interior coating designed for aluminum draw-redraw (DRD) cans and easy-open ends containing wet pet food. It is the first polyvinyl chloride non-intent (PVC-NI), one-component coil coating in the U.S.

Vitol has announced plans to significantly expand its circular economy operations through a new chemical recycling facility at the Port of Rotterdam, to be built alongside its VPR refinery.

The United States has issued a final affirmative anti-dumping ruling on imports of methylene diphenyl diisocyanate (MDI) from China, which is an important milestone in the global polyurethane raw materials market.

Symrise has announced a strategic equity investment in US biotechnology company Bond Pet Foods to accelerate the development of sustainable pet nutrition ingredients through precision fermentation.

Sadara Chemical Company, the $20 billion joint venture between Saudi Aramco and Dow Inc., has completed a full shutdown of all 26 manufacturing units at its petrochemical complex in Jubail,

BASF is reinforcing its position in plastic additive solutions by expanding production capacities for both standard and NOR HALS products.

As the smart textiles market continues to grow across healthcare, personal protection, sportswear, and automotive applications, developers are seeking new ways to integrate electronic functionality directly into textiles, without the rigidity and complexity of conventional wiring.

QXO, Inc. entered into a definitive agreement to acquire TopBuild Corp. (“TopBuild”) for approximately $17 billion, significantly expanding QXO’s scale and capabilities across the building products value chain. The transaction is expected to be substantially accretive to the company’s earnings. TopBuild is the largest distributor and installer of insulation and related building products in North America. The combination will bring together QXO’s leading positions in roofing,

Evonik Industries begins operations at expanded specialty amine production facility in Nanjing

Vita has expanded its portfolio to include a new polyurethane foam designed for the aviation industry. Graflyte is a graphite foam that is both lightweight and melamine-free.

In 2025, global flame retardant (FR) consumption in polyurethane foams was largely shaped by evolving regulatory pressures and shifting chemical safety standards. Asia-Pacific (APAC) remained the largest regional market at nearly 40%, supported by its extensive polyurethane production base and continued use of cost‑effective halogenated FRs such as TCPP.

Siegwerk, one of the leading global providers of printing inks and coatings for packaging applications and labels, introduces a new acrylic-free ink for water-based flexo printing on paper and board: UniLEAF. With an innovative formulation approach, it delivers substantial gains in renewable content, significant reductions in carbon footprint, improved energy efficiency, and strong alignment with market and regulatory requirements.

As automotive interiors trends evolve toward seamlessly integrated controls and adaptive design elements, manufacturers are seeking ways to embed smart functionality into surfaces without changing the look and feel of established materials.

Syensqo and Shell Chemicals Europe B.V. have joined forces to supply mass-balanced, low-carbon EO solutions for the agricultural and industrial markets, enabling reduced product carbon footprint (PCF) without compromising performance.

DIC Corporation has decided to revise its sales prices for epoxy resins and epoxy resin curing agents, which are used in insulating materials for electronics and in coatings, among others. Revised prices will apply to products delivered on or after April 15, 2026.

Paper-based packaging has become much more than just a matter of image, particularly in the food and e-commerce sectors. Brand owners and packaging manufacturers are switching to sustainable and, above all, recyclable solutions, driven by regulatory requirements such as the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR).

Teijin Frontier Co., Ltd. announced today that it has developed a new stretch polyester yarn that offers new opportunities to create comfortable, all polyester fabrics for sports and outdoor wear.

Symrise has launched Cellexora™ MD, a pioneering plant-derived cosmetic ingredient designed to support long-term skin health, regeneration and vitality in premium skincare formulations.

International Flavors & Fragrances (IFF) has achieved a significant regulatory milestone in the Asia-Pacific region after the Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) approved the first heart health claim for isolated soy protein in both Australia and New Zealand.

On 30 March 2026, the European Commission released comprehensive guidance to support the uniform implementation of the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) across the European Union, aiming to create a more sustainable, competitive and harmonised packaging sector.

The Polyisocyanurate Insulation Manufacturers Association, the trade association representing North American manufacturers of polyiso insulation, announced the publication of updated Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) for polyiso insulation products.

Pflaumer Brothers announces the introduction of TERACURE® MCR-2, an aromatic polyisocyanate pre-polymer based on diphenylmethane diisocyanate (MDI), engineered for use in moisture-cured and two-component polyurethane systems requiring exceptional corrosion resistance and long-term durability.