Global market for biopesticides to reach $83.7 billion by 2019

During the past 20 years, increasing number of farmers are recognizing the need for other avenues for pest control that are not as damaging to the environment and the land. Henceforth, they are turning to biopesticides to prevent pest damage in a more ecological-friendly manner that includes targeted applications, lower residues and fewer applications. Biopesticides… Read More Global market for biopesticides to reach $83.7 billion by 2019

Flame Retardancy Conference 2014 – Proceedings

BCC Research is offering a Conference Proceedings document from its famous Flame 2014 Conference during May 18th-21st. According to Texas A&M University professor Jamie C. Grunlan, “Flame 2014 was the most technically strong topical conference I attended this year.” For the past 24 years, research and development (R&D) experts, scientists, and other technical specialists have… Read More Flame Retardancy Conference 2014 – Proceedings

Global market for specialty chemicals for water treatment to reach $33.6 billion by 2019

Water treatment has changed considerably in the last few decades, and new advances and developments continue to shape the market. With increasing population and industrial proliferation, the need for clean water is rising. However, providing clean water has become increasingly difficult. Technological advances, consumer demand, and environmental concerns will drive steady growth in this market… Read More Global market for specialty chemicals for water treatment to reach $33.6 billion by 2019

Global markets for flame retardant chemicals to reach 5.2 billion lbs by 2018

Government regulations and industry standards require manufacturers to add flame retardant chemicals to a wide range of everyday products. Ironically, many of these chemicals, which are meant to save lives and protect property from damage caused by fires, have themselves been proven harmful to humans and the environment. The development of new technologies such as… Read More Global markets for flame retardant chemicals to reach 5.2 billion lbs by 2018

Global markets for flame retardant chemicals to reach 5.2 billion lbs by 2018

Government regulations and industry standards require manufacturers to add flame retardant chemicals to a wide range of everyday products. Ironically, many of these chemicals, which are meant to save lives and protect property from damage caused by fires, have themselves been proven harmful to humans and the environment. The development of new technologies such as… Read More Global markets for flame retardant chemicals to reach 5.2 billion lbs by 2018

Global Markets For Oleochemical Fatty Acids To Reach $13 Billion By 2017

Natural fatty acids serve a vital role across a range of industries, including soaps and detergents, plastics, rubber, lubricants, paper, paints and coatings, and personal care. This remarkable versatility is supporting an industry-wide shift from a petrochemical-based platform reliant on rapidly reducing fossil fuels to more environmentally friendly production processes. Rising demand in the developing… Read More Global Markets For Oleochemical Fatty Acids To Reach $13 Billion By 2017

Global Market for Cosmetics and Toiletries Ingredients Expected to Reach Nearly $24.5 Billion in 2018

Luster and vitality are particularly important to the cosmetic and personal care segment.  Consumers want to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and they want their skin to glow and look rejuvenated.  Similarly, they want thick, lush eyelashes and shiny full hair.  This is a new dimension to performance that will drive significant… Read More Global Market for Cosmetics and Toiletries Ingredients Expected to Reach Nearly $24.5 Billion in 2018

Metals and Medical are Leading Segments of the Industrial Gas Market

The petrochemicals, electronics, food, and pulp and paper industries are all expected to lose market shares between 2011 and 2012, as shown in the following figure. In contrast, metals and medical applications should gain. Oxygen and nitrogen are the largest product segments, although nitrogen’s market share is projected to decline from 16.6% to 15.4% from… Read More Metals and Medical are Leading Segments of the Industrial Gas Market

Industrial gases business and its role in the global economy

Industrial gases play crucial roles in many sectors of the global economy, including agriculture, mining, oil and gas, construction, manufacturing (e.g., stone, clay and glass, primary metals, fabrication metals, industrial machinery, electrical machinery, motor vehicles, aerospace and transportation equipment, instruments, food and tobacco, paper and paper products, chemicals and chemical products, petroleum products, rubber and… Read More Industrial gases business and its role in the global economy

Hydrogen as a chemical constituent & energy source to grow to $163bn. in 2015

The total world production of hydrogen as a chemical constituent and as an energy source was valued at $120 billion in 2010. This market is expected to increase at a 6.3% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) to reach a value of $163 billion in 2015. Learn about the key hydrogen technologies and applications. Get data… Read More Hydrogen as a chemical constituent & energy source to grow to $163bn. in 2015