Stepan Announces Price Hike for Polyol in North America

Bunge completes the acquisition of IFF's soy protein concentrate, lecithin, and crush business

Brenntag, the global market leader in chemicals and ingredients distribution, has announced the opening of its new, state-of-the-art Innovation & Application Center in Andheri East, Mumbai.

BASF has launched biomass balance (BMB) grades of its Autofroth® polyurethane systems for the low-pressure polyurethane foam market.

BASF announced that their Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU) plant in Shanghai is eligible to produce Elastollan Flame‑Retardant (FR) TPU grade, providing a omprehensive portfolio of flame-retardant solutions including both FHF and FR grades.

BASF raises prices for MDI in ASEAN countries

Sika to acquire Turkey-based company Akkim Sealants & Adhesives

LMR introduces Tonka Bean CO₂ Absolute, a delicious and environmentally beneficial extract

TopBuild Corp. acquired Applied Coatings and Upstate Spray Foam. Based in Winfield, N.Y., Applied Coatings and Upstate Spray Foam together generate approximately $20 million in annual revenue, primarily installing spray foam and fireproofing for the residential and commercial end markets in New York, Pennsylvania and Massachusetts.

RECARO Aircraft Seating, is expanding its Świebodzin, Poland facility, with completion planned for Q3 2026.

Lubrizol has announced a multi-million-dollar investment to enhance its global headquarters in Wickliffe, Ohio, as the company approaches its 100th anniversary in 2028.

DuPont has entered into a strategic partnership with Hydroblok, an emerging innovator in lightweight, waterproof, insulated panel systems, to supply Styrofoam Brand Extruded Polystyrene (XPS) for the HydroBlok One building panel, marking a significant advancement in construction technology across North America.

Researchers at the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft have developed a novel, more sustainable method to produce polyurethanes (PUR) — versatile plastics used in products from furniture and insulation to medical tubing — without employing toxic isocyanates, which are traditionally indispensable but hazardous and linked to respiratory issues and strict safety controls during manufacture.

dsm-firmenich, a global leader in nutrition, health, and beauty, has announced the opening of Po ONE Lab in Riyadh, an exclusive creative fragrance space developed in partnership with luxury concept store Villa Po ONE, marking a major step in strengthening its presence in Saudi Arabia.

Henkel has acquired Dutch specialty coatings company Stahl Group for €2.1 billion (US$2.5 billion) from French investment firm Wendel SE, reinforcing its Adhesive Technologies business unit and expanding its presence in high-performance specialty coatings.

On February 4, 2026, BASF announced a $200 per metric ton price increase for its Lupranate® TDI in Asia-Pacific (excluding mainland China) and the MEAF region, citing rising transportation, energy, and regulatory costs, against the backdrop of a rapidly tightening global supply environment dominated by China.

Swiss fragrance and flavour company Givaudan has announced a major investment of CHF 55 million to build Campus 52, a new centre of excellence in Grasse, France, dedicated to its House of Naturals organisation, underlining its strategic focus on natural fragrance ingredient innovation and sustainable growth.

German chemicals giant BASF has announced a strategic expansion of its manufacturing footprint in India with the commissioning of a new production line for dispersions at its Mangalore, India site, reinforcing its long-term commitment to the fast-growing Indian market and the wider Asia Pacific region.

The total additives market for blowing agents and flame retardants was estimated at around ~1.6 million tonnes in 2025

dsm-firmenich, innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, announced that it has entered into an agreement with CVC, a leading global private markets manager, to divest its Animal Nutrition & Health business for an enterprise value of about €2.2 billion, which includes an earnout of up to €0.5 billion.

Canéza, the UAE-born digital-first fragrance brand, has reached AED 10 million in global sales just days after its formal launch, highlighting a broader shift in how today's fragrance customers define value, loyalty, and luxury.

Blended expertise strengthens medium-sized food and beverage manufacturers

Givaudan opens a new fragrance creative facility in Indonesia

Mearthane Products Corp. has announced the completion of its acquisition of the industrial composites operations of Axillon Aerospace, a move that expands Mearthane’s capabilities in polyurethane moulding and composite manufacturing.