14-05-2013

Global demand for expandable polystyrene (EPS) in the construction and packaging industries will slow down, but continues to increase. Important factors are the recovery of the construction sector after the financial and economic crisis in 2008/09, state-funded programs to improve energy ...

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12-03-2013

High-density polyethylene (HDPE) is a highly versatile type of plastic. This becomes apparent in the broad portfolio of products that ranges from food packaging, bottles, cosmetics, care products and household goods to technical parts and products for the construction sector. Ceresana expects ...

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06-03-2013

In this new study, the market research institute and consulting company Ceresana completely analyzes the global market for titanium dioxide (TiO2) along the entire value creation chain: starting with the raw materials ilmenite, leucoxene and rutile to processed products such as titanium slag ...

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21-01-2013

The pleasant odor of oranges, the freshness of a sea breeze or the warm smell of wood - all these impressions are connected to a variety of positive experiences. With its products, the fragrances industry contributes to improve our well-being in innumerable situations. Not only fully ...

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19-12-2012

Flavors are gaining economic importance. Both natural as well as synthetic flavors are mainly used for improving the taste of foodstuffs and beverages. In 2011, about U$S10.6 billion were generated with the sale of flavors; this development is mainly due to utilization of industrially ...

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Ceresana publishes the CIM fall report 2012

28-11-2012

Although geneal mood in the chemicals and plastics industry continues to cool down, companies all over the world are beginning to become more optimistic in regard to future development. However, structural problems in some states as well as the ongoing sovereign debt crisis in the eurozone ...

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27-11-2012

Pipes made from plastics have advantages compared to those made from other materials such as aluminum, concrete, cast iron, copper, and steel. Due to their low weight, their resistance to corrosive effects and chemicals as well as the simple handling increases their importance in all ...

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Ceresana Analyzes the Global Ammonia Market

04-10-2012

Ammonia is one of the world's most produced chemicals. Due to its high nitrogen content, ammonia is mainly used as a fertilizer or as the base material for the production of other fertilizers, such as urea or fertilizer mixes. Additionally, ammonia is used in industrial applications, for ...

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24-09-2012

Paints and varnishes do not merely fulfill aesthetical tasks through their visual appearance, but also have protective properties important to many products. Wind power stations, container-vessels or oil rigs at sea would only last a short time if exposed to natural forces without protective ...

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12-09-2012

Biocides are used to prevent damages caused by microbes or other organisms. They protect industrial products and consumer goods as well as animals and human beings. In contrast to the closely related crop protection products that are utilized in the agricultural sector only, biocides may be ...

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