Historically, solvent-borne coatings have maintained the largest share of protective and specialty coatings. However, waterborne coatings are projected to surpass solvent-borne coatings by 2020 as regulatory concerns continue to impact the protective and specialty market.
PORTLAND – According to a new report published by Allied Market Research, the global pigments market is expected to reach $26.598 million by 2022, growing at a CAGR of 4.1% during the forecast period 2014-2022.
The global paints and coatings market grew to a value of $141.5 billion in 2015, with Asia-Pacific (APAC) emerging as the largest regional market and accounting for more than 55% of global market value, according to research firm MarketLine.
Significant foreign investments in the Asia-Pacific region by leading manufacturers in the powder coating market overwrites the previous slow-growth story.
This article will provide an introduction to two specific trade remedy laws – those concerning (1) antidumping and (2) countervailing duty investigations. Relief from these trade investigations can protect U.S. production operations, profits and employees.
Building a culture of risk mitigation and management into the chemical supply chain to reduce the probability of an incident or its impact on people or the environment is a priority for responsible managers.