As a result of a market supply situation regarding purified isophthalic acid (PIA), which is a key raw material in the production of polyester resins and water-reducible resins, EPS is electing to increase prices of products that contain PIA.
Royal DSM has concluded the acquisition of the outstanding 49% of shares in its DSM-AGI joint venture, gaining sole ownership of the Taiwan-based supplier of UV-curable resins and other specialty chemicals.
Tetrashield™ protective resin systems show significant improvements in weathering and a better balance of hardness and flexibility when compared to traditional resins used in industrial and automotive coatings.
