We have estimated the global paraxylene market by segmenting it on the basis of application, and region. Key paraxylene applications discussed in the report include dimethyl terephthlate (DMT), purified terephthalic acid (PTA), and others such as dibutyl phthalate xylene (Di-PX) and herbicides which account for a relatively small market share.

Aqueous sodium silicate, chemically known as water glass, is a colorless and clear liquid, which majorly finds application in waterproofing, detergents, soaps, and adhesives among others. The U.S. Liquid sodium silicate industry is anticipated to grow at a moderate rate due to its increasing demand in elastomer and catalyst applications. The product is largely used in oil & gas refineries as a catalyst for fluid catalytic cracking and hydrocracking process. Furthermore, the product finds application in paper & pulp industry, wherein it is commonly used as a bonding agent or an adhesive for bookbinding among other applications.

Pentane is a highly volatile, colorless, and flammable liquid, which is used in petroleum spirits. Its high volatility causes rapid evaporation, which propels the presence of VOCs in the air, thereby resulting in air pollution. As a result, various governments across the world have implemented stringent regulations on its handling and usage, thus controlling its adverse effects on health and environment. It is available in three key isomeric forms—n-pentane, isopentane, and neopentane.

On the basis of product type, the market has been segmented into orange, corn mint, eucalyptus, citronella peppermint, lemon, clove leaf, lime, spearmint, lavender and others. Orange essential oil emerged as the largest product segment in 2017 and accounted for 28.3% of the market volume. Orange essential oil is widely used in herbal medicines and aromatherapy.

The global caprolactam value chain consists of raw material suppliers, caprolactam manufacturers, distribution channels, and application industries. Raw materials such cyclohexane, ammonia and phenol are used in manufacturing of caprolactam. Raw material production is concentrated in the U.S. and China owing to the presence of numerous oil refineries in the countries. Chevron Phillips, Terra Industries and Huntsman Corporation are some of the key raw materials producers used in manufacturing of caprolactam.

The 2015-2016 economic recession unleashed a restructuring process in Brazil’s chemical sector. Several debt-laden incumbent players, including state-run companies Petrobras and Vale scaled back investment plans and put up assets for sale to improve their financial situation. Meanwhile, small and medium-sized companies increased their market positions through organic growth and acquisitions. Additionally, with the uptick in the economy since 2017, a number of strategic foreign players have found opportunities to expand their positions in chemical segments with high growth prospects, such as thermoplastic resins, fertilisers, fibres, coatings and pharmaceuticals.

Sulfur hexafluoride market has been segmented on the basis of product, application, and region. In terms of product, the market is segmented into electronic grade, UHP grade, and standard grade. On the basis of application, the market is segmented into power & energy, medical, metal manufacturing, electronics, and others. The regional segmentation comprises North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Central & South America (CSA), and the Middle East & Africa (MEA).

In 1986, the Malaysian government launched the First Industrial Masterplan with the aim of developing a broad-based manufacturing sector to transition the economy away from primary products. The chemicals sector was developed during this period to provide critical intermediate and final products for the manufacturing sector as a whole. The petrochemicals and oleochemicals subsectors, in particular, became ways for Malaysia to derive greater value from the country’s vast reserves of crude, oil, natural gas, and palm oil plantations. As companies in Malaysia, facilitated by the government, have invested heavily in building capacity over the years, Malaysia has become a significant global player in the petrochemicals and oleochemicals subsectors.

The global liquid detergent market is analyzed based on its prospect and future growth rate. The report highlights numerous factors that influence the growth of the global liquid detergent market. These include market forecast, drivers, restraints, opportunities, and role of different key players operating in the market. The report is analyzed by nature, which includes organic and conventional liquid detergent. Furthermore, it emphasizes on study of liquid detergent by application such as laundry and dishwashing. Moreover, it focuses on the distribution channels, which include online sales channels, supermarket & hypermarket, departmental & convenience stores, and independent grocery stores. The reports further emphasizes on end users such a residential and commercial. It includes the revenue generated from the sales of liquid detergent across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and LAMEA.

Herbicide is a type of pesticide used to control unwanted plants such as weeds and unproductive bushes or trees. The report discusses the usage of herbicides in various crops for weed management. The global herbicides market is segmented based on type, mode of action, crop type, and region. Based on type, the market is bifurcated into synthetic herbicide and bio-herbicide. Based on mode of action, it is classified into selective herbicide and non-selective herbicide. Based on crop type, it is fragmented into corn, cotton, soybean, wheat, and others. Based on region, it is analyzed across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and LAMEA. The report covers the strategies adopted by key players in the market to sustain the competitive environment and increase their market share. The key players operating the global market include BASF, Bayer AG, DowDupont, Syngenta AG, FMC Corporation, Adama Agricultural Solutions Ltd, and Nufarm Ltd. In addition, to understand the market, drivers, restraints, and opportunities are explained in the report.

横向对比，基金 19Q1 整体配置仍偏好食品饮料（6.95%）、医药生物（5.40%）、非银金融（5.28%）等行业，化工行业重仓持股占比为 1.14%（环比-0.19pct），在所有申万一级行业中排名第 14（环比-3 名）。

国务院安委会共组成 16 个考核巡查组，从 4 月中下旬到 5 月中旬，将对 31 个省级政府和新疆生产建设兵团开展全覆盖考核巡查，围绕各地责任落实、基础建设、安全预防等重点工作，4 月 15-17 日，国务院安全生产委员会 9 个考核巡查组分别进驻新疆、陕西、重庆等省区市。同时，关注核心省份江苏省园区整改的相关政策。

固定资产投资累计投币增速 6.3%，较前值小幅回升0.2pct。基建方面，1-3 月，基础设施投资（不含电力）同比增长 4.4%，增速比 1-2 月份提高 0.1 个百分点。这主要得益于财政支持的前移。预计基建仍将是今年稳经济的重要抓手，二季度区域性基建工程或将大幅动工，

电解液行业集中度不断提高，强者恒强：近年来需求的激增，推动电解液、六氟磷酸锂的价格在2016 年达到了历史最高，随后行业产能大幅扩张，产能过剩严重，2018 年行业甚至陷入了价格战的泥潭，经过此轮行业洗牌，强者恒强的行业格局逐渐明确，据高工锂电统计2018 年电解液CR6 已经达到了72%。

新材料产业是我国七大战略新兴产业之一，是整个制造业转型升级的产业基础。在国家政策和下游市场的双重驱动下，我国新材料产业保持了快速增长的态势。根据工信部对全国 30 多家大型企业 130 多种关键基础材料调研结果显示，32%的关键材料在中国仍为空白，52%依赖进口，新材料国产化需求迫切，进口替代仍将是目前以及未来较长一段时间新材料投资的主要逻辑。高端材料的开发技术壁垒高、研发周期长，资本投入大，科创板的推出可以扶持一批初创期新材料企业，为其提供融资渠道，推动企业研发创新，加快行业升级转型。 

THC 含量低于 0.3%的大麻植株属于工业大麻，其中的 CBD 成分具有很高的利用价值。工业大麻在纺织、医疗、食品等下游空间广阔，欧睿国际预计 2025 年全球合法大麻市场规模将达到 1660 亿美元。2018 年全球范围内对于工业大麻监管政策边际放宽和资本加速涌入带动了从海外延伸至国内的大麻行情。

4 月 8 日江苏省常委会召开会议，讨论《江苏省化工产业安全环保整治提升方案》等议案，听取关于 2019 年度全省督查检查工作计划汇报，研究部署有关工作；省委书记娄勤俭主持会议。会议指出，要从落实新发展理念的高度认识整治提升江苏化工产业的重要性；江苏省化工产业形成有其历史成因，要统筹兼顾好安全环保整治与产业转型的关系。