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Shin-Etsu Chemical Advances Recyclable Thermoplastic Silicone
November 12, 2025
In a significant advancement for materials science, Shin-Etsu Chemical has pioneered a new class of thermoplastic silicone, effectively overcoming the longstanding recyclability challenges associated with conventional silicone rubber. This innovation is a
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Alba And Epsilon Carbon Sign MoU For Liquid Coal Tar Pitch
November 11, 2025
In a strategic move to secure its supply chain, Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C. (Alba) has entered into a partnership with India's Epsilon Carbon. The two companies have signed a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding to explore a long-term arrangement for the
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Groundbreaking Book on Sustainability in the Rubber Industry Launched
November 10, 2025
“Sustainable Materials for Rubber and Allied Industries” is a comprehensive 724-page reference examining how the global rubber and tyre sector is transitioning toward sustainability and circularity. The book brings together advances in polymer science
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Global Natural Rubber Market Tightens Amid Improved Demand, ANRPC Reports
November 07, 2025
The global natural rubber (NR) market tightened in August 2025 as heavy rainfall and labour shortages constrained output, even as demand improved across key regions, according to the Association of Natural Rubber Producing Countries (ANRPC). Consumption r
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India Opens Anti-dumping Probe Into Halobutyl Rubber Imports From China, Singapore And US
November 06, 2025
India has initiated an anti-dumping investigation into imports of Halo-Isobutene-Isoprene Rubber (HIIR) from China, Singapore and the United States after Reliance Sibur Elastomers alleged that the material was being sold in India at unfairly low prices, h
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Global Carbon Black Market To Hit USD 44.8 Bln By 2034, Driven By Tyre And Autom Demand
November 06, 2025
The global carbon black market is projected to grow from USD 27.88 billion in 2024 to USD 44.77 billion by 2034, at a CAGR of 4.85%, driven by rising demand from tyre, automotive, and high-performance plastics industries. Asia Pacific dominates with nearl
