Activated carbon is the non-graphite form of carbon, which is produced from the carbonaceous raw materials such as coal, lignite, wood, paddy husk, coir pith, and coconut shells. The primary objective of activated carbon is adsorption, which is due to its intrinsic pore network of the lattice structure.By end-user, the global activated carbon market is classified into water treatment,oil and gas, petrochemicals, pharmaceutical, and others. By product type, the market is classified into powdered activated carbon, granular activated carbon, and thers.By application, the market is classified into air purification, water purification, foods and beverages, medical and pharmaceutical products, automobiles, mining, and others. By raw material type, the market is classified into bituminous coal, wood,coconut shell, lignite, and others. By geography, the market is classified into APAC,the Americas, Europe, and MEA.

PPS is available in a variety of grades that are appropriate for fluidized-bed coating, slurry coating, electrostatic spraying and injection, and compression molding. PPS is of two types, recycled PPS and virgin PPS. Recycled PPS has a lower price than virgin PPS. Recycled PPS has inferior properties and higher impurities than virgin PPS. Though recycled PPS offers advantages such as cost savings to end-use industries, it is subject to environmental regulations. Thus, there is growing demand for virgin PPS in various end-use industries including automotive, electrical and electronics, filter bag and others. These industries prefer virgin PPS to recycled PPS as using the former involves lower environmental risks.

Chemicals constitute an integral part of the global manufacturing industry for that they constitute the raw materials for most of the key end use industries driving the world economy. The global chemical output, valued at $180 billion in 1970 has grown to $4.1 trillion in 2015, driven by rapidly growing demand for a wide variety of products and processes that throughout their lifecycles stand as indispensable parts in making the modern human life more comfortable and productive. Specialty chemicals play an even more important role as they stand as the pillars for innovation driving the efficiency in each end user industry, while resolving complex issuespertaining to human health and ecosystem.

The pest control services industry includes firms that are involved in the professional management of pests, termites, rodents, and other species that can cause health issues or undesired quality of life for humans. The industry caters to both residential customers and commercial establishments. The primary function of pest control services is to maintain hygienic surroundings that are free of pests that could hurt commercial interests or endanger health. The need for pest control services grew tremendously over the decade because of increased awareness and the outbreak of many communicable diseases such as bird flu, swine flu, and severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) between 2001 and 2014. The policies that followed also mandated strong monitoring, regulation, and management of pests and other insects that could affect human health and the economy.

Wood plastic composites (WPCs) consist of natural fibers and additives compounded with a polymer matrix. These composites are manufactured using either wood and plastic wastes or recyclates, or plastic materials and virgin wood.When compared with conventional wood, WPCs offer functional benefits such as high durability, increased chemical and moisture resistance, and anti-warp feature. Inaddition, WPCs lack knots and splits that are likely to be found in hardwood, which further enhances its aesthetic appeal. Bugs and termites are primary causes for replacement of hardwood products. WPCs do not rot as they are resistant to these insects and fungi. WPCs are widely used for both structural and non-structural applications. Prototyping is one of the novel applications that is focused on WPCs.The growth in the housing and construction sector is fueling the demand for WPCs,and these composites are being increasingly used in interior decorations, doors and window profiles and outdoor construction applications such as decking and boardwalks. Growing concerns regarding the use of virgin wood owing to the impact on the environment have compelled users to seek alternative materials such as composites. This factor is fostering the WPCs' market growth.The low preference for recyclates used in WPCs is a major challenge to the market growth. Some buyers prefer WPCs manufactured using virgin materials due to the concerns about performance, durability, and quality of recyclates used in products.

Pectin was first discovered in 1790 by the French chemist Louis Nicola Vauquelin. He was able to separate from fruit juice, a water-soluble substance that turns liquids into a gel. The name pectin is derived from the Greek word “pektos” that means curdling or congealing. The beneficial properties of pectin were discovered immediately even before its chemical composition was determined in the next century. Pectin is utilized widely in the food and beverage processing, cosmetics, and pharmaceutical industries.

Pigments are soluble colorants that are usually in the powder form. Pigments are derived from minerals. They can be produced synthetically as well. Pigments offer enormous options in terms of color. They have better color retention properties in comparison with dyes. Pigments add value in terms of visual appeal and durability to various products such as textiles, food products, cosmetics, plastics, paints, and inks.

Coatings are products used to protect a surface and enhance its appearance. Nanocoatings are applied to infrastructure and buildings both residential and nonresidential. They protect buildings from elements such as moisture, UV radiation, and microbes. The acceptance of nanotechnology for different applications is expected to increase during the forecast period. This is because the technology can be used to address various performance and quality-based challenges that could not be resolved through other coatings. Nanocoating finds its applications for interior and exterior residential paintings, interior house furnishings, glass and facade coatings of tall buildings, coatings of automobile exterior and interior parts, and coating of various industrial buildings. Nanocoatings are also used for small applications in other industries such as electronics, consumer goods, and medical products.

Polystyrene (PS) foam was initially used as a rubber replacement and as a coating to protect metal, wood, and other similar materials. However, with the invention of polyurethane (PU), the scope of application of polymer foam extended to the furniture and automotive industries. The invention of injection molding, twin screw foam, and other extrusion techniques led to a further increase in the spectrum of applications in which it can be used.

Polyphthalamide (PPA) is a semi-crystalline synthetic resin of nylon, commonly known as high-performance polyamide. PPA exhibits superior performance in hightemperature applications such as high-temperature cooling lines, engine cooling, nonhalogenated connectors, and in turbocharged air systems for air management applications. It is largely used in automobile and industrial applications to replace the metal components. PPA possesses ultra-high strength and temperature resistance in comparison with the metal components. In addition, PPA is also preferred due to its lightweight characteristics.

In this report, Technavio covers the present scenario and growth prospects of the municipal water and wastewater treatment chemicals market in Europe for 2017-2021.To calculate the market size, we considered the revenue generated through the sales of water and wastewater treatment chemicals for the applications such as municipal water treatment and municipal wastewater treatment by considering 2016 as the base year. The report also presents the vendor landscape and corresponding detailed profiles of the five prominent vendors operating in the market. Vendors are selected based on their product offerings and geographic presence.In addition, the report discusses the major drivers that are influencing the market growth and the challenges faced by the vendors and the market. It also examines theemerging trends and their influence on the current and future market scenarios. The report also discusses the regional segmentation for each geography.The parent market for municipal water and wastewater treatment chemicals market in Europe is global municipal water and wastewater treatment chemicals market, which was valued at $20.89 billion in 2016. Numbers in the report have been rounded off in afew instances for readability. Therefore, they may not add up precisely to the totals provided, and percentages may not precisely reflect the absolute figures.

Baby diapers are underwear that are used by babies who are not trained to use potty seats. They are usually used for the babies in the age group of 0–4 years. Diapers require to be changed constantly as wearing them for a long period can cause skin rashes for the baby. They are made up of cloth, synthetic, organic materials, and absorbent chemicals.There are five basic types of baby diapers: disposable, cloth, training, swim, and bio-degradable diapers. The disposable baby diapers segment dominates the global baby diapers market due to their convenience and increasing hygiene awareness, especially in the developing countries. Cloth diapers are majorly used in the developing regions where the people cannot afford to have costly disposable diapers. Bio-degradable diapers are gaining popularity due to increasing awareness about environmental pollution caused by normal diapers and harmful chemical-free raw materials.The report considers the present scenario of the global baby diapers market and its strategic assessment for the period 2017–2022. It includes a detailed study of growth drivers, trends, and restraints. The report also profiles the leading vendors in the market and other key vendors.Note: The market size includes the retail sale of disposable, training, swim, cloth, and bio-degradable baby diapers. The report excludes the retail sale of nappy pads and nappy liners used inside normal cloth diapers.

Polyacrylamide is an acrylic resin compound that is soluble in water. It is generally produced by the polymerization of acrylamide monomer subunits. Acrylamide is an odorless and colorless, water-soluble chemical compound. It is produced by the hydration of acrylonitrile and is commonly used in the synthesis of polyacrylamide polymers. Generally, acrylamide polymer is non-hazardous, but its monomer can affect the respiratory and nervous systems. Acrylamide is classified as a probable human carcinogen by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

An adult diaper is a disposable product and consists of an absorbent sheet between two non-woven fabric structure, and is worn by people with urinary incontinence. The main raw materials used for adult diapers are fluff pulp, polypropylene polymer,film, polypropylene fiber, polyester fiber, bio component fiber, and rayon/cotton.Adult diapers are mainly used by those with urinary incontinence; limited mobility;diarrhea; or dementia, where urine effluence maybe involuntary. The market comprises pad types, pant types, and flat types of adult diapers. The global adult diaper market generated around $10.51 billion in revenue in 2016 and is expected to grow to $15.69 billion by 2021.

Peracetic acid (PAA) is commercially sold in its distilled form or as a diluted (1%-50%) solution containing acetic acid, hydrogen peroxide, and water. It is generally available as a clear liquid with no foaming capability and has a strong oxidizing capacity. These properties make it a versatile chemical with a range of applications across industries. PAA is available in a wide variety of concentrations as per the application and requires a synthetic stabilizer such as 1-hydroxyethylidene-1,1-diphosphonic acid to slow down the rate of decomposition.

A female condom is a contraception method meant to be used or worn by women before sexual intercourse. The condom is inserted inside the vagina before sex to avoid an unplanned pregnancy and to prevent sexually transmitted infections (STIs) such as gonorrhea, syphilis, or HIV/AIDS among others.Various studies indicate that female condoms have a probability of pregnancy of 5%, which still makes them quite an effective method of contraception and pregnancy prevention.The report considers the present scenario of the global female condom market and its strategic assessment for the period 2017–2022. It also includes a detailed study of growth drivers, trends, and restraints. The report also includes the top five vendors in the market and other key vendors.

Almond oil is an essential oil extracted from almonds and is used for cosmetic preparations, flavoring, and medicinal purposes. There are two types of almond oil:sweet almond oil and bitter almond oil.Sweet almond oil: It is a colorless or pale yellow fatty oil extracted from the seeds of sweet almond. They are used in preparing perfumes and confections.Bitter almond oil: It is a colorless or yellow, poisonous oil prepared by steam distillation of the almond meal of bitter almond seeds. It is used primarily in the manufacture of cosmetics, medicines, and perfumes.

本周国内 PVC 市场维持整理格局，厂区主发前期订单为主。截止周五 PVC 现货市场指数为 7238.1，较上周五 7210.9 上升 0.38%。装置方面：山东信发二期 40 万吨/年的装置 22 日开始正常运行，一期20 万吨装置停车检修；成都华融尚未开工；泰山盐化 23 日开始停工检修，时长 7-10 天；中盐吉兰泰 8 月 18 日开始停工检修，时长一周左右。

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