Plasticizer Manufacturers Reassured by Regulatory Win
DINP, one of the world’s most widely used plasticizers, received a mostly positive regulatory review from the EPA. The agency concluded that the majority of applications are safe, with risks identified only in a small percentage of uses—primarily industrial spraying of adhesives, paints, and coatings without proper protective gear. Manufacturers are relieved, as these risk […]
Managing Material Storage and Transport Amid Freezing Conditions
Record cold temperatures swept across the U.S., with snowfall recorded from Texas to Florida. This extreme weather underscores the importance of managing the logistics of raw materials, particularly offloading temperature-sensitive goods and ensuring proper storage conditions during winter months. Read the full article
Tariffs, Economy, and Global Relations on the Agenda
As Trump’s second term begins, his policy priorities—including tariffs, economic measures, and global relations—are already casting a shadow. Businesses and global leaders alike are bracing for potential changes in trade dynamics, with tariffs on Asian imports likely to take center stage. Read the full article
Global Supply Chain Tensions Persist
East Coast port workers reached a tentative agreement, narrowly avoiding a January 15 shutdown. However, another strike looms as Canadian Pacific Kansas City union members vote to authorize their own strike. These ongoing negotiations and strikes highlight the fragility of global supply chains and the growing leverage of workers in critical industries. Read the full […]
Administration & Tariff Policy Impacts for Q1
With the new administration set to take the reins on January 20th, the incoming president and administration has already made waves with policy headlines, meetings with global leaders, and previews of what’s to come for the next four years. For more analysis, click here.
