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Researchers have found that nanoplastic and microplastic particles can leach into water from plastic kettles, and therefore call for relevant warnings to be provided to consumers. Dr. Elvis Okafor from the Queensland Alliance for Environmental Heal

The European Bioplastics Association (EUBP) released the "2025 Bioplastics Market Development Update Report" at the EBC25 exhibition in Berlin, Germany. The latest data confirms that global biobased plastic production capacity continues to expand, an

The apparel industry needs collaboration, innovation, and creativity to transition to low carbon. Upholding this philosophy, SENSIL® by NILIT has partnered with ROICA™ by Asahi Kasei to introduce a new fabric concept with a smaller environmental foot

Background Briefing On August 28, 2025, Anta Group, in collaboration with Donghua University, officially launched China's self-developed high-performance fluorine-free waterproof and breathable material—Aerovent Zero. As China's first i

Ampacet has launched a new HyperLustre series of semi-transparent effect masterbatches, specifically designed to enhance the visual quality of PET packaging. Image source: Ampacet The titanium dioxide (TiO₂)-free series of products presents a refine

According to Petcore (the European PET value chain association), the European PET value chain system is actively promoting the application of the EN18120 series of standard drafts. This standard was developed by the CEN/TC261/SC4/WG10 Recycling-orien

California law requires textile manufacturers and importers to join a Producer Responsibility Organization (PRO) for managing textile waste and discarded clothing starting January 1, 2026. In response, the National Retail Federation, the California

In 2025, the global trade landscape is facing significant changes. The United States is close to finalizing a long-sought bilateral trade agreement with India, with the U.S. planning to dramatically reduce tariffs on Indian goods from the current hig

Since the beginning of this year, the pace of home furnishing companies establishing factories overseas has. In September,Gu Jia Home FurnishingAnnounced an investment of 1.124 billion yuan to establish a production base in Indonesia; in November,Zh

On November 19th, the Plastics Rubber Indonesia exhibition, an international event for the plastics and rubber industry, opened spectacularly at the Jakarta Convention Center! This four-day industry event has attracted global attention in the field o

The interior design group Kinnarps, material supplier Polykemi, and injection molding company Nolato focused their research on the base frame of rolling cabinets, analyzing the impact of alternative polymers on the carbon footprint of the product. By

According to Yonhap News Agency, on November 10 local time, the Seoul Rehabilitation Court (Bankruptcy Court) ruled that the e-commerce company WeMakePrice, which was in trouble due to debt issues, has officially declared bankruptcy. In the ea

The EU plans to curb the disorderly influx of low-priced Chinese goods. Image source: Ascannio/Shutterstock.com The European Union plans to intensify its crackdown on low-priced imports from China and other non-EU c

This series of articles focuses onModified EVA Technology, Applications, and Market Situation, the previous articleThe main focus is on the technological trends and commercial prospects of modified EVA in three major sectors: photovoltaics, footwear,

On November 6, Clariant announced a strategic joint partnership with Fuhua Tongda Chemical Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as "Fuhua"). The two parties will jointly establish a joint venture (the establishment of the joint venture is subject to ap

Plastic Industry Hub: Shantou In the landscape of China's plastic industry, Shantou occupies a crucial core position. Since its inception in the early 1950s, Shantou has developed a complete industrial system that includes plastic raw material produ

On October 29, 2025, the Mexican Senate officially approved President Claudia Sheinbaum's 2026 budget revenue proposal, which is part of Sheinbaum's "Plan México." This plan aims to boost domestic production, reduce import dependence, and enha

PHA, bio-based biodegradable, spunbond nonwoven fabric CJ Biomaterials is a subsidiary of CJ CheilJedang in South Korea and a major producer of polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) biopolymers. The company recently launched PHACT™ MA1350Q—a

ExxonMobil recently announced the of its collaboration with film extrusion and processing company Windmöller & Hölscher (W&H). Together, they have developed a commercially viable monomaterial longitudinally oriented (MDO) polyethylene (PE) fr