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 categories account for a minor share of U.S. production. Read more about DINP’s regulatory approval | EPA risk evaluation details

Global Petrochemical Overhauls
Markets across the globe are taking a serious look at production and capacities, and recently have seen a wave of consolidation in the face of