In a significant move aimed at protecting local industries, the European Union has imposed anti-dumping duties on suspension polyvinyl chloride (S-PVC) imports from Egypt and the United States. This decision, effective immediately, follows a comprehensive investigation by the European Commission into…
🌟 Exciting developments in the polymer market! 🌟
The latest data from Chemorbis shed light on the evolving landscape of polymer imports in the EU27. Despite challenges such as high inflation and geopolitical tensions, 2023 witnessed intriguing shifts in import volumes, with notable records and fluctuations across various polymer…
Commited to Product support on every level 🤝
At SZEPLAST, we’re not just about producing and selling PVC granules; we’re committed to providing exceptional technical support to our partners. 🔎 Here’s why you should choose us for all your PVC needs: 1️⃣ Technical Expertise: Whether it’s developing new recipes,…
Building Circular Economy in the PVC Industry – Part I. Why is PVC so widely used?
In the realm of polymers, few materials rival PVC’s remarkable versatility. As one of the most widely used polymers globally, PVC stands out for its diverse applications and inherent sustainability characteristics, making it an essential player in building a circular economy….
📢 Exploring Regulatory Developments in the PVC Compound Industry 🌿🛡️
As a company operating in the PVC compound industry, we understand the vital importance of staying abreast of regulatory developments that impact our business and the broader industry. Recent years have witnessed significant strides in environmental protection, product safety, and health…
🌿 Embracing 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱-𝗙𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗣𝗩𝗖 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗿𝘀: A Sustainable Shift in the PVC Industry 🌿
For years, lead-based PVC stabilizers played a crucial role in stabilizing rigid PVC, catering to various applications like drainage pipes and profiles. However, with increasing environmental concerns the 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻’𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗣𝗩𝗖 under the EU’s REACH regulation. With…
🌟 Had a fantastic time at The Central European Plastics Meeting! 🌐
Our team at Szeplast had the privilege of attending this high-quality event last week organized by MyCEPPI, and it was truly enlightening. The opportunity to connect and engage in discussions about the future of the polymer industry with representatives from leading…
🌐 Unfolding the mystery: What lies behind the volatility of plastic price changes // Part V – Navigating the Production-Pricing Nexus in Plastics
n our quest to decode plastics pricing, in this part of our series we dive into the pivotal interplay between production and prices. Remember, the crux lies in the 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆-𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗯𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲. Let’s unveil how production intricacies shape this balance, adding another…
🌐 Unfolding the mystery: What lies behind the volatility of plastic price changes // Part IV – The Power of Arbitrage
In our exploration of the intricate world of plastics pricing, we’ve journeyed through the realms of supply, demand, and raw materials. Today, let’s unveil yet another force that wields a substantial influence on the price dynamics: 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗽𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗮𝗿𝗯𝗶𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲. 📊𝗔𝗿𝗯𝗶𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲…
🌐 Unfolding the mystery: What lies behind the volatility of plastic price changes // Part III – The raw material side
In the last two parts of the series, we looked into the 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆-𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲, but today, let’s focus on another piece of the puzzle: 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗿𝗮𝘄 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀 in shaping pricing.🔎 ⛏️𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗮𝘄 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻:Beyond the ebb and flow of…