Tag: polystyrene

The microplastics market is undergoing a transformative shift driven by heightened environmental concerns, regulatory changes, and technological innovation. As microplastic pollution awareness rises, industries are moving from traditional synthetic polymers to sustainable alternatives, presenting both challenges and opportunities. The market primarily includes applications in personal care, agriculture, and industrial sectors, with primary microplastics like polyethylene, polypropylene, and polystyrene prevalent. Regulatory measures, such as the EU's REACH Regulation, are accelerating the phase-out of conventional microplastics, boosting demand for alternatives like natural exfoliants and biodegradable polymers. These alternatives face technical and economic hurdles, with higher costs and manufacturing challenges. However, the push toward sustainable materials is driving innovation.

The microplastics market is undergoing a transformative shift driven by heightened environmental concerns, regulatory changes, and technological innovation. As microplastic pollution awareness rises, industries are moving from traditional synthetic polymers to sustainable alternatives, presenting both challenges and opportunities. The market primarily includes applications in personal care, agriculture, and industrial sectors, with primary microplastics like polyethylene, polypropylene, and polystyrene prevalent. Regulatory measures, such as the EU's REACH Regulation, are accelerating the phase-out of conventional microplastics, boosting demand for alternatives like natural exfoliants and biodegradable polymers. These alternatives face technical and economic hurdles, with higher costs and manufacturing challenges. However, the push toward sustainable materials is driving innovation. 

CTK Bio provides certified materials and finished products through a global supply network to help Canadian businesses comply with the federal plastics ban. VANCOUVER, BC,...

OSLO, Norway, July 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Agilyx ASA (OSE: AGLX) (OTCQX: AGXXF) ("Agilyx" or the "Company") has entered into a binding and fully...

The global oleochemicals market volume is calculated at 18.50 million tons in 2025 and is expected to reach around 27.50 million tons by 2034, growing at a CAGR of 4.50% for the forecasted period.

The global oleochemicals market volume is calculated at 18.50 million tons in 2025 and is expected to reach around 27.50 million tons by 2034, growing at a CAGR of 4.50% for the forecasted period.

Food trays made with Styrolution® PS 158K BC100 are now available on the shelves at a leading Japanese retail chain.The new material is produced...