Chemicals News Today

The petrochemical sector faces global import pressures and capacity challenges, but strategic investments totaling billions, raw material diversification, and supportive government policies are driving national manufacturing growth.

Scientists at the University of Würzburg solved a 60-year chemistry challenge by isolating stable oxoboranes, boron-oxygen molecules previously considered too unstable to capture, opening new paths for molecular chemistry.

Tianjin Shengtai Chemical showcased its global fertilizer export capabilities at ICIF China 2026, leveraging 25 years of experience to supply 100,000 metric tons annually to over 30 countries.

China's fumaric acid market entered November with stable industrial demand, while potential pharmaceutical approvals could create new demand opportunities and drive firmer market sentiment in the coming weeks.

IG Petrochemicals started plasticizer production in September 2026 at its Taloja complex and targets a compressed biogas plant startup in December 2026 to diversify its revenue beyond phthalic anhydride.

Numaligarh Refinery partnered with CSIR-IICT to develop a continuous catalytic process converting captured carbon dioxide into formic acid, supporting NRL's Net Zero target by 2038.

Indonesia's plastics industry urges a permanent zero import duty on LPG feedstock, extending beyond the January 2027 expiration, to enhance cost flexibility and competitiveness against fluctuating global raw material prices.

Delhi conducted two high-altitude cloud-seeding trials to combat air pollution, releasing chemical flares. Further operations are planned after Diwali and Chhath festivals.

The Automotive Tyre Manufacturers' Association has requested temporary duty-free natural rubber imports under a quota system, citing a 37 percent domestic supply deficit and prices surging to Rs 300 per kg.

Rio de Janeiro aims to boost domestic petrochemical and fertilizer industries, targeting over R$25 billion in projects through 2030 to reduce Brazil's heavy reliance on foreign imports.