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Synthesis of Reactive Diluents-(Free-Radical UV-Curable Diluents)
The synthesis methods for acrylate reactive diluents primarily include direct esterification, transesterification, acid chloride method, phase-transfer catalysis, and addition esterification. However, the majority are produced via direct esterification. (1) Direct Esterification CH₂=CHCOOH + ROH ...Read more -
BASF to further increase prices for additives in plastic applications
BASF announces a further price increase for products within its global portfolio of antioxidants, process stabilizers and light stabilizers for plastic applications by up to 25%. This adjustment is in addition to the price increase announced in March and will be effectiv...Read more -
How Long Does UV Coating Take to Cure?
Waiting for a coating to cure can sometimes feel like you are watching paint dry. In some cases, it can take hours or even days. If you are in manufacturing, you do not have time to waste. Some coatings cure faster than others, but you still need to take the proper steps to get a strong coating f...Read more -
What Is Matte UV Curing for Hardwood Floor Finishes?
Matte UV curing is an advanced finishing process that combines a low-gloss, modern appearance with superior durability through ultraviolet light technology. After a matte topcoat is applied to your hardwood floors, UV light is used to instantly cure the finish. This creates a rock-hard surface in...Read more -
SunSirs: Acrylic Acid Prices Retreat from Highs Amid Easing Costs and Looser Supply-Demand Dynamic
In late April, the domestic acrylic acid market saw an end to the one-sided surge witnessed in March. Amidst the interplay of multiple factors—including falling raw material costs, increased industry supply, insufficient downstream demand, and shifts in the import-export structure—the market as a...Read more -
UV Coatings Market Outlook 2025 to 2035
The global UV coatings market is projected to experience substantial growth, driven by increasing demand for eco-friendly coatings, advancements in UV-curable technologies, and rising industrial applications. The market is estimated to be valued at USD 4,499.7 million in 2025 and is expected to g...Read more -
Special Performance Oligomers
1. Dual-Cure Oligomers If an oligomer contains two different types of active functional groups for curing, such as an acrylate group that can undergo free-radical curing, and another group that can undergo cationic photocuring, moisture curing, hydroxyl curing, or thermal curing, then it is calle...Read more -
Export Tax Rebate Adjustment on Photovoltaic Products & Polyether Polyols
China to Cancel Export VAT Rebates for PV-Related Products from 1 Apr 2026; Policy Includes Polyether Materials Used for Polyether Polyols. China’s Ministry of Finance and the State Taxation Administration have issued Announcement No. 2 (2026), revising the export value-added tax (VAT) rebate pol...Read more -
Coil Coatings Market Forecast and Outlook 2025 to 2035
The global coil coatings market is valued at USD 5.8 billion in 2025 and is slated to reach USD 9.2 billion by 2035, recording an absolute increase of USD 3.4 billion over the forecast period. This translates into a total growth of 58.6%, with the market forecast to expand at a CAGR of 4.7% betwe...Read more -
Iran announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz
As the U.S and Israel’s conflict with Iran intensifies, supertanker costs in the Middle East have hit all-time highs. That was according to shipping data and industry sources on Tuesday. It comes as Tehran has attacked ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz. Shipping through the Strait ...Read more -
Benefits of UV Curable Coatings for Wood
UV products contain a binder with a photoinitiator. When the applied coat is exposed to UV light, the initiator absorbs energy and triggers rapid polymerization (curing) of the binder. This split-second process produces highly durable and chemically resistant finishes. Joinery treated with a UV p...Read more -
Waterborne Coatings 101: The Future of Sustainable Surface Solutions
In the world of industrial and decorative finishes, a quiet revolution is taking place. The heavy “paint smell” of the past is fading, replaced by advanced chemistry that prioritizes both performance and the planet. Waterborne coatings have moved from a niche alternative to the globa...Read more
