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November 27, 2018

AFIRM is the Apparel and Footwear International RSL Management (AFIRM) Working Group, established in 2004. AFIRM’s mission is “to reduce the use and impact of harmful substances in the apparel and footwear supply chain.” AFIRM’s purpose is to provide a forum to advance the global management of restricted substances in apparel and footwear, communicate information about chemical management to the supply chain, discuss concerns, and exchange ideas for improving chemical management.

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Shin-Etsu MicroSi, Inc., together with our parent company Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd. represent world-class leadership in the development and manufacture of specialty materials for the semiconductor, electronic, and coatings industries. Through our dedication to ‘Driven-2-Deliver’ service, we thrive on opportunities to create win-win situations for our highly valued clients. Our employee culture is committed to leadership in the industries we serve and it is expressed in our customized service delivery, product quality, and friendly responsiveness.

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In this challenging environment, it is key for petrochemical and chemical producers to be efficient and to manage closely their production and logistics chains. We live in a world of product abundance as a result of the shale gas revolution, so the market will be taken by those who can be the most competitive. In this respect, the region needs to take advantage of its geological potential, with the pre-salt fields in Brazil and Argentina’s Vaca Muerta developments, as well as Mexico’s injection of funds to Pemex to help the state-oil company recover its past grandeur.

Specialty silicone components

whitePaper | May 6, 2022

For over 40 years, NuSil® has developed high-purity components for sophisticated silicone chemistries. Our deep expertise allows us to develop innovative chemistries that serve demanding requirements in multiple industries and applications.

Whitepaper on the Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) considerations for Directors and Officers

whitePaper | December 27, 2022

Event-driven litigation relating to ESG risks is rising with D&O exposures such as failure to act, inadequate procedures, or the potential for “greenwashing” or exaggerating ESG credentials raising concerns from investors and customers.

Decarbonizing the real estate sector

whitePaper | February 15, 2023

Real estate space – in the form of buildings and campuses utilized for living or work – are becoming a key focus area for humans as we ourney through our evolution.

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whitePaper | June 15, 2021

Corrosion under insulation (CUI) is one of the costliest problems in the petrochemical industry. It also presents a high degree of potential danger. CUI occurs when moisture mixed with contaminants infiltrates insulation, encouraging the development of corrosion cells on the steel underneath. This paper demonstrates how Sherwin-Williams Heat-Flex® High-Temp 1200 withstands temperature fluctuations, thermal shock and other upset conditions to protect against hidden CUI.

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