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How U.S. Tariffs Are Redrawing Southeast Asia’s Polyurethane Market Landscape

Recent U.S. trade deals with Vietnam, the Philippines, and Indonesia are transforming the polyurethane market in Southeast Asia. New tariffs on exports, strict transshipment rules, and shifting U.S.–China trade dynamics...

Polyurethane Innovations Driving Sustainability: From Enzyme-Based Recycling to Supercritical Foaming and High-Performance Adhesives

Polyurethane, long known for its versatility, is now undergoing a green transformation across multiple industries—from packaging and construction to new energy vehicles and footwear. With groundbreaking research and emerging technologies,...

How the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” Reshapes the U.S. Polyurethane Market

The polyurethane industry is entering a new era of uncertainty and opportunity following the enactment of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, a landmark legislation recently signed into law. Extending...

Polyurethane Injection Grouting: A Complete Guide to Crack Repair and Waterproofing

Polyurethane grouting is a highly effective method for sealing cracks and stopping leaks in concrete structures. This article explains what polyurethane injection grout is, how it works, the differences between...

Understanding the ACI Standards System and an Overview of ACI 318-19.

Understanding ACI 318-19—the American standard for structural concrete—alongside China’s GB/T 50010 reveals many shared principles, including limit state design, seismic safety requirements, and strict material and construction standards. While both...

The UTECH MEFPU-ASB Expo 2025 Returns to Dubai — Bigger, Bolder, and More Connected Than Ever

The UTECH MEFPU-ASB Expo 2025 returns to Dubai from September 15–17 as the leading trade show in the Middle East and Africa dedicated to polyurethane foam, adhesives, sealants, bonding, and...

EU’s 2040 Climate Target Gets Cautious Approval from Chemical Industry

The European Commission’s proposal to cut net greenhouse gas emissions by 90% by 2040 has received cautious support from the chemical industry. Germany’s chemical association highlights the importance of flexible...

Safic-Alcan Secures Exclusive Distribution of Lamberti’s Polyurethane Beads and Matting Agents in France and Turkey

Safic-Alcan partners with Lamberti to distribute Decosphaera® and Spheromers® polymer beads exclusively in France and Turkey. These advanced polyurethane and acrylic beads offer durable matting effects, soft-touch finishes, and excellent...