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ICIF China 2025 Audience Pre registration Channel Opened
ICIF China 2025 (The 22nd China International Chemical Industry Exhibition) will take place from September 17 to 19, 2025, at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre. Under the theme "Forging Ahead with Innovation · Shaping a Shared Future", the 22nd edition of ICIF C...Read more -
The 26th Natural & Healthy Food Ingredients Expo
The 26th Health & Natural Ingredients/ Food Ingredients Exhibition (HNC 2024) is a premier global event dedicated to showcasing innovations in natural, organic, and functional ingredients for the health food industry. Scheduled...Read more -
Current Market Environment in the Methanol Industry
The global methanol market is undergoing significant transformation, driven by evolving demand patterns, geopolitical factors, and sustainability initiatives. As a versatile chemical feedstock and alternative fuel, methanol plays a crucial role in various industries, including chemicals, energy, ...Read more -
Where Will China-U.S. Chemical Trade Go Amid Tariff Escalation?
On April 2, 2025, Donald Trump signed two “reciprocal tariff” executive orders at the White House, imposing a 10% “minimum baseline tariff” on over 40 trade partners with which the U.S. runs trade deficits. China faces a 34% tariff, which, combined with the existing 20% ra...Read more -
Impact of the U.S. “Reciprocal Tariffs”on China’s Aromatic Hydrocarbon Industry Chain
In the aromatic hydrocarbon industry chain, there is almost no direct trade of aromatic products between mainland China and the United States. However, the U.S. imports a significant portion of its aromatic products from Asia, with Asian suppliers accounting for 40–55% of U.S. imports of benzene,...Read more -
Impact of the “Tariff Storm”on China’s MMA Market
Recent escalations in the U.S.-China trade war, including the U.S. imposition of additional tariffs, may reshape the global MMA (methyl methacrylate) market landscape. It is anticipated that China’s domestic MMA exports will continue to focus on emerging markets such as Southeast Asia and the Mid...Read more -
Emerging Dynamics in Ethylene Glycol: Sustainability, Innovation, and Regulatory Shifts
Ethylene glycol (EG), a cornerstone chemical in polyester production, antifreeze formulations, and industrial resins, is witnessing transformative developments driven by sustainability imperatives and technological advancements. Recent innovations in production methods, regulatory updates, and no...Read more -
Emerging Trends in Methylene Chloride: Innovations, Regulations, and Sustainability in the Chemical Sector
Methylene Chloride (MC), a versatile solvent widely used in pharmaceuticals, adhesives, and aerosol formulations, is undergoing significant shifts in its industrial applications and regulatory landscape. Recent advancements in production efficiency, environmental safety protocols, and alternative...Read more -
Technological Innovation: Synthesis of Cosmetic-Grade Phenoxyethanol from Ethylene Oxide and Phenol
Introduction Phenoxyethanol, a widely used preservative in cosmetics, has gained prominence due to its efficacy against microbial growth and compatibility with skin-friendly formulations. Traditionally synthesized via the Williamson ether synthesis using sodium hydroxide as a catalyst, the proces...Read more -
Isotridecanol Polyoxyethylene Ether: Broad Application Prospects of a Novel Surfactant
1. Overview of Structure and Properties Isotridecanol Polyoxyethylene Ether (ITD-POE) is a nonionic surfactant synthesized through the polymerization of branched-chain isotridecanol and ethylene oxide (EO). Its molecular structure consists of a hydrophobic branched isotridecanol group and a hydro...Read more
