Antioxidants are additives used during plastic production. They are added to the plastic to eliminate degradation processes caused by thermo-mechanical as well as thermo-oxidative conditions. Antioxidants help in extending the life cycle of plastic, increase color deterioration, offer tensile strength and elongation, reduced impact resistance, cracking, and other surface deterioration. Primary antioxidants and secondary antioxidants are the two major categories of plastic antioxidants, and plastic made from primary type is often combined with secondary to produce thermally stable plastic products. In addition, a combination of primary and secondary antioxidants provides additional processing stability during plastic production.

Ceramic Fiber is a small-dimension filament or thread, which is composed of a ceramic material, primarily alumina and silica. It is used in lightweight units for electrical, sound, and thermal insulation. Most ceramic Fiber contain equal proportion of alumina and silica. Some nonoxide specialty Fibers such as silicon nitride, silicon carbide, and boron nitride have been also produced. The physical and chemical properties of the ceramic Fiber vary with the composition. Most ceramic Fibers are white to cream in color and are available in several product form. The high temperature resistance ceramic boards and blankets are used in the development of ship for general heat containment and to reduce the risk of spread of fires. Ceramic Fiber products are used in metal industry, commercial & domestic appliances, interior of furnaces, space vehicles, etc. Based on end use industry of ceramic Fiber, the market is segmented into iron & steel, refining & petrochemical, power generation, aluminum, and others. In 2018, refining & petrochemical held a larger share of 33.6% of the Asia Pacific ceramic Fiber market. In petroleum industry, the ceramic Fiber is used in fired heaters, fluid catalytic cracking units, and boilers. Ceramic Fiber is used as insulation material in various end-use industries. The ceramic Fiber blankets are used as insulation for catalytic converters in the aircraft, spaceship, and automobile industry. Type segment is bifurcated into refractory ceramic Fiber, alkaline earth silicate, and others. The refractory ceramic Fiber dominates the type segment. The product form segment is categorized into blanket, module, board, paper, and others. The blanket has a significant share in the product form segment of ceramic Fiber.

Welan gum is used as an additive in the cement system, owing to its low viscosity, which reduces the fluid loss of the composition. It enhances the suspension properties of cement suspensions and is much effective at low concentrations. Welan gum enhances the cement workability when it rapidly hydrates, and the admixture is often used in post-tensioning grout, proportioning underwater concrete, and self-consolidating concrete. China was the major producer of cement with the production of 2,370 million metric ton, in 2018. As per the National Bureau of Statistics of China, the revenue of the construction sector registered a CAGR of 3.75% between 2013-2017 and was valued at CNY 39,765 million in 2017. In 2019, the country’s construction industry is expected to rise by almost 6%. The real estate investment, which includes investments in the residential and commercial sector and office spaces, rose by 11.6% between January-February, in 2019, compared to the same period in the previous year. The robust investment in the property sector was supported by the steady housing prices and an increase in property construction, which would stimulate the usage of cement and enhance the demand for welan gum in the country. The construction industry in the United States continued to expand in 2019, owing to a strong economy and positive market fundamentals for commercial real estate, along with an increase in federal and state funding for public works and institutional buildings. Additionally, other factors, such as Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 and the hurricane rebuilding in the southeastern region of the United States, contributed to the increasing activities in the construction sector of the country.

The reverse osmosis membrane is a semipermeable separating laminate used in purification of water from contaminants and excess of dissolve salts. Reverse osmosis removes many types of dissolved and suspended species from water, including bacteria, and is used in both industrial processes and the production of potable water. The result is that the solute is retained on the pressurized side of the membrane, and the pure solvent is allowed to pass to the other side. The reverse osmosis system does not require heat for the process to be performed, hence aids in conservation of energy. The report covers various types of materials, filter modules, and applications of the reverse osmosis membrane market. In addition, the report has been analyzed across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and LAMEA region.

PVC compounds provide cost benefit and per pound of PVC in small diameter pressure water pipes and fittings, over other materials, such as copper, steel or high-performance cross-linked polyethylene (PEX). Other than being cost-intensive, copper, steel or PEX are also expensive to install than PVC pipes. In these systems, the cost of installation can be as much as ten times the cost of the pipe itself, so even small differences in the ease of installation can result in large differences in the total cost of using a substitute material instead of PVC. PVC pipe holds a commanding share in large diameter pressure water and sanitary sewer pipe because of its low cost, ease of installation, long and reliable service life, and its low replacement and maintenance cost. Ductile iron and concrete are the major substitutes in these applications, and their installation costs are higher, particularly for concrete since many more pipe joints are required. Replacement and repair costs are much higher for concrete than for PVC pipe. Additional costs are also imposed by the loss of water, due to main breaks and pumping costs, which may be higher for these surrogate materials. The higher installation cost for concrete pipe also contributes to the substitution cost for PVC in storm sewers. Therefore, PVC offers a much better cost-saving option for the aforementioned applications, both in terms of material and installation.

Historically, there have been instances of men and women using hair wigs and extensions for several purposes including trying out different hairstyles, using colored hair to change their appearance, and covering bald patches of the head. Currently, hair loss is a serious health issue. Hectic lifestyles and improper consumption of essential nutrients have adverse effects on the human body. From invisible effects such as general weakness, reduced stamina, sleep problems, and hectic lifestyles can cause several hair problems. Alopecia, receding hairline, and pattern baldness are more common in men while hair thinning is more common among women.

Superabsorbent polymers are used as an absorbent, as they can absorb up to 300 times of their weight in aqueous fluids. Owing to characteristics, such as protecting the skin against drying, irritation, and infections, the largest use of superabsorbent polymers is in personal hygiene products, which include feminine hygiene products, diapers, and adult incontinence products. The governments in different countries are continuously collaborating with various NGOs, media center, and various companies, to educate people about personal hygiene management. The motive behind these initiatives is to keep the environment cleaner and safer and to avoid the spread of various diseases. According to the World Health Organization, every year, around 15 million babies are born in the world and this number is increasing. With the rising infant born rate and increasing awareness toward hygiene of a baby, the demand for superabsorbent polymers is increasing.

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