Chemistry research

Infographic | December 26, 2019

The global specialty chemicals industry stood at almost $600 billion in 2018. Specialty polymers, industrial and institutional cleaners, electronic chemicals, surfactants, and flavors and fragrances were the largest sectors. Specialty chemicals are consumed in a wide variety of end use industries and growth is very much dependent on the health of the economy.

Infographic | December 28, 2019

WHAT ARE PFAS CHEMICALS? Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a group of man-made chemicals that includes PFOA, PFOS and GenX chemicals. Since the 1940s, PFAS have been manufactured and used in a variety of industries around the globe, including in the United States. PFOA and PFOS have been the most extensively produced and studied of these chemicals. Both are very persistent in the environment and in the human body. Exposure to certain PFAS can lead to adverse human health effects.

Infographic | June 1, 2022

2D black phosphorous is an emerging material with a fascinating structure and outstanding electronic properties that holds potential for many applications.

Infographic | December 27, 2019

In Hydrocarbon storage there is a high likelihood of water contamination, this water gathers underneath the hydrocarbon cargo and can cause accelerated corrosion of the tank, requiring the lining of the base and 1 meter up the wall. For linings to perform as intended they need to have a chemical and mechanical bond to the substrate, which requires the steel to be clean, reactive and rough, often achieved through abrasive blasting.

Infographic | January 17, 2020

Global petrochemical market was valued at around USD 621.1 billion in 2018 and is expected to grow with a GAGS of over 8.0% during the forecast period 2019-2025. Increasing use of polymers In the packaging and automotive industries Extensive use of methanol in various end-use industries Increasing paints &coatings demand Easy aye/lability of raw material from the addle East.

Infographic | June 1, 2022

Foam packaging (white and coloured) such as foam containers for meat and produce, foam egg cartons, foam clamshells, cups and bowls for takeout food, firm foam cushion packaging to protect electronics, small appliances, etc.