Bitrez Introduces Innovative Bio‑Based Resin Systems for Advanced Composites

Photo: Danimer Scientific Industry experts predict that the upward trend in volume resin prices will persist into 2021. Key drivers include escalating feedstock costs, production outages that tighten supply, and robust domestic and export demand across most resins—except polystyrene. Some producers

Photo: BASF A combination of continued strong demand and resin/feedstock supply constraints has kept prices rising for the five large-volume commodity resins. After a temporary dip, prices of PP and PET resumed their climb, spurred by tight supplies, a new PE force majeure, a

The third‑quarter resin pricing trend diverges across the five high‑volume commodity resins. Demand remains robust while supply constraints keep polyethylene (PE) and polypropylene (PP) prices firm. Polystyrene (PS) is finally easing as feedstock costs ease, and PVC and PET have reached a tempora

In a pioneering move, SABIC has introduced its first certified circular PC resin, built entirely from upcycled post‑consumer mixed plastic. This breakthrough product is part of SABIC’s Trucircle portfolio of circular solutions and marks a significant milestone in the plastics industry. The certified