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Chemical
Chemical | 15 December 2025

SABIC expands PPE oligomers capacity for AI and 5G data-center PCBs

The further expansion in PPE oligomers is scheduled for completion in the second half of 2026

Chemical
Chemical | 15 December 2025

Sika acquires Swedish mortar firm Finja

Finja is a leading Swedish producer and system provider of a comprehensive range of dry mortars, floor leveling compounds, and facade systems

Chemical
Chemical | 15 December 2025

Kumho Mitsui Chemicals to increase MDI production capacity in South Korea

The company has approved a 100,000-ton per year expansion

Chemical
Chemical | 11 December 2025

Chlorum Solutions USA acquires Cargill's Iowa Chlor-Alkali facility

Chlorum affiliates have developed and operated small-scale chlor-alkali plants in Brazil and Uruguay, with six facilities in operation and two new facilities in commissioning

Chemical
Chemical | 11 December 2025

Neochem Bio Solutions successfully lists Initial Public Offering on NSE Emerge

The IPO proceeds are expected to further accelerate the company’s expansion, strengthen operational capabilities, and enhance its ability to meet growing domestic and global market demand

Chemical
Chemical | 10 December 2025

Anupam Rasayan to acquire US-based Jayhawk Fine Chemicals for $150 million

This acquisition marks Anupam’s entry into onshore manufacturing in the United States

Chemical
Chemical | 10 December 2025

BASF introduces low-VOC polyurethane catalyst Lupragen N 208

Broadly applicable for production of flexible, semi-rigid and rigid foams

Chemical
Chemical | 10 December 2025

Croda strikes strategic deal with Amino to boost global supply of high-purity amino acids

The agreement pairs Croda’s global footprint and “smart science” approach with Amino’s precision manufacturing capabilities

Chemical
Chemical | 10 December 2025

Kuraray to sell Chinese methacrylate subsidiary amid market downturn

Kuraray has been reshaping its business mix under its medium-term plan which calls for a reduced methyl methacrylate production capacity

Chemical
Chemical | 10 December 2025

DCM Shriram and Bayer CropScience partner to drive sustainable agricultural innovation

The agreement outlines plans for jointly supporting farmer organizations and initiating sustainable agriculture programs

Chemical
Chemical | 09 December 2025

Industry titans converge at PMFAI’s AGM to chart India’s agrochem future

Dave emphasized the need to boost domestic manufacturing of technical-grade pesticides and key intermediates

Chemical
Chemical | 09 December 2025

ATGC Biotech and Luxembourg Industries launch JV Semiophore to revolutionize sustainable crop protection

The joint venture represents a US$ 10 million investment from Semiophore, Luxembourg Industries, and ATGC Biotech to establish infrastructure in India and Israel,

Chemical
Chemical | 07 December 2025

Hexion sells US Gulf Coast formalin biz

The divestiture represents a major step in Hexion’s transformation into a global leader in technology-driven, cellulose-based performance materials

Chemical
Chemical | 05 December 2025

Asahi Kasei to discontinue hexamethylene diamine production by April 2027

Asahi Kasei has decided to exit HMD production due to market dynamics, competitiveness, and future capital requirements

Chemical
Chemical | 05 December 2025

Deepak Chem Tech begins operation at Rs. 515 crore nitric acid plant in Gujarat

This will significantly strengthen Group's backward and forward integration

Chemical
Chemical | 05 December 2025

Fineotex Chemical acquires US-based oilfield chemicals firm CrudeChem Technologies

CrudeChem specializes in advanced chemical fluid additives and comprehensive chemical solutions for the global oil and gas industry

Chemical
Chemical | 04 December 2025

Stepan Co to sell Louisiana plant in latest global streamlining move

The move comes on the heels of Stepan’s recent exit from the Philippines

Chemical
Chemical | 04 December 2025

Fineotex Chemical successfully exercises warrants

The funds raised will be deployed towards working capital requirements and for potential acquisitions

Chemical
Chemical | 04 December 2025

Hawkins acquires Redbird Chemical

Redbird supplies chemicals to customers across eastern Texas in both the water treatment and industrial sectors

Chemical
Chemical | 04 December 2025

Unison Metals launches Rs. 30 crore sodium silicate unit

The project, pegged at Rs. 30 crore, includes land acquisition, plant and machinery, construction, and supporting fixed assets

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