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Jun 01, 2026South Korea’s April Middle East Crude Imports Drop 38.2%, Pressuring MDI/TDI Feedstock Supply
MDI/TDI feedstock supply under pressure as South Korea’s April Middle East crude imports drop 38.2%—impacting naphtha crackers, aniline & TDA output. Act now.
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Jun 01, 2026EU Cuts 2026 Eurozone Growth Forecast to 0.9%; Export Quota Concerns Rise for Chlor-Alkali Sector
EU cuts 2026 eurozone growth to 0.9%—chlor-alkali exporters face rising quota risks and green compliance pressures. Act now.
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May 24, 2026Revised Maritime Code Effective May 1, 2026: Shipper Bears Primary Liability for Unclaimed Cargo at Discharge Port
Maritime Code revision shifts unclaimed cargo liability to shippers—critical for chemical exporters, freight forwarders & OEMs. Act now before May 1, 2026.
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May 24, 2026G7 Focuses on Critical Mineral Supply Security
Critical mineral supply security takes center stage as G7 trade ministers address rare earths and chlor-alkali export controls—key for global chemical, materials & manufacturing resilience.
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May 24, 2026Japan's Ethylene Utilization Hits Record Low of 67.3%
Japan's ethylene utilization hits record low of 67.3%—impacting MDI/TDI supply, pricing & logistics across Asia. Key insights for traders, manufacturers & supply chain teams.
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May 23, 2026IMCA Raises Red Sea Bypass Surcharge to USD 4,200/TEU
IMCA raises Red Sea Bypass Surcharge to USD 4,200/TEU—impacting MDI, TDI & polyether polyol shippers. +23% freight costs, +10–14 day delays. Act now.
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May 23, 2026How Chemical Modification Capabilities Shape Custom Polyol Performance
Chemical modification capabilities determine how custom polyols perform in reactivity, compatibility, stability, and processing. Learn what technical evaluators should review before selecting a supplier.
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May 22, 2026IMCA Raises Red Sea BSC to USD 4,200/TEU Amid Strait Risks
IMCA raises Red Sea BSC to USD 4,200/TEU amid Strait of Hormuz risks—impacting MDI/TDI & polyols logistics, lead times, and European supply chains.
