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APR recognizes OnColor NIR sortable colorants from Avient as preferred for recyclability

Avient Corporation announced its line of near-infrared (NIR) sortable dark colorants was recently recognized by the Association of Plastics Recyclers (APR) under its Meets Preferred Guidance (MPG) program. With the recognition, OnColor™ NIR Sortable Colorants are preferred for high-density polyethylene (HDPE) resin in black and dark colors, according to the APR Design® Guide for Plastics Recyclability. In addition, testing is underway to support an application for MPG recognition for the same colorants for polypropylene resin (PP).

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Sumitomo Rubber North America names Maru Trevizo director of human resources

Sumitomo Rubber North America (SRNA) has named Maru Trevizo Director of Human Resources, overseeing both Falken Tires and Dunlop Motorcycle Tires. Both tire brands are subsidiaries of Sumitomo Rubber Industries, Ltd. and are leading manufacturers of high-performance tires for cars, trucks, SUVs and motorcycles, respectively. Trevizo assumes her duties immediately

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Milliken introduced DeltaFlow viscosity modifier at K 2022

At the K Show in Düsseldorf Milliken showed their broad portfolio of plastic additives and colorants, but these new grades of DeltaFlow deserve special attention. All our viscosity modifiers are solid concentrates designed to specifically help polypropylene (PP) recyclers by increasing the melt flow rate of rPP for injection molding processes. This serves to reduce energy use, enhance circularity and advance our goal of creating a healthier future.

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The global biopolymers and bioplastics market forecast with a CAGR of 22.8 percent througg 2030

The global bioplastics & biopolymers market was valued at USD 10.81 billion in 2021 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 22.8% during the forecast period according to Polaris Market Research. Bioplastics can be biobased, biodegradable, or both. Biobased plastics are obtained partly from biomass such as corn, sugarcane, or cellulose. Biodegradable bioplastics possess the ability to readily break down into biomass through bacteria and enzymes. As compared to traditional plastics, these break down naturally at a higher pace, reducing the impact on the environment.

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Carbon black market forecast at $22.1 billion by 2028

The key players are Aditya Birla, Cabot Corporation, Orion Engineered Carbonss, Black Cat Carbon Black, China Synthetic Rubber Corporation (CSRC), Tokai Carbon Co., Ltd., Omsk, Phillips Carbon Black Limited, Sid Richardson, Longxing Chemical, HUADONG RUBBER MATERIAL, BAOHUA, JINNENG, DAGUANGMING GROUP etc. Top 3 companies occupied about 44% market share.

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Global in-mold coatings market to reach $273.8 million by 2027

Reportlinker.com announces the release of the report Global In-Mold Coatings Industry. In the changed post COVID-19 business landscape, the global market for In-Mold Coatings estimated at US$196.9 Million in the year 2020, is projected to reach a revised size of US$273.8 Million by 2027, growing at a CAGR of 4.8% over the analysis period 2020-2027. Sheet Molding Compounds, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is projected to record a 5.5% CAGR and reach US$120.5 Million by the end of the analysis period. Taking into account the ongoing post pandemic recovery, growth in the Thermoplastics segment is readjusted to a revised 4.3% CAGR for the next 7-year period.

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