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TECNON ORBICHEM

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Tecnon OrbiChem has been a leader in providing data and analysis to the petrochemical industry since 1976. We are now one of the world's foremost marketing consultancies to the bulk chemicals, petrochemicals and plastics industries. We specialise in Chemical Intermediates, Synthetic Fibres and Resins.

Tecnon OrbiChem provides independent, expert assistance on projects and strategic issues. We offer a unique combination of up-to-date market information and in-depth analysis through monthly business reports and proprietary databases.

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Orthoxylene · Phthalic Anhydride
14 December 2018 Issue Number 480
  • Global mixed xylenes prices down again but premiums in Europe remain high
  • US OX contract price for December decreases by 6 c/lb to 40 c/lb
  • European OX contract price for December declines by €30/ton to €840/ton
  • Asian OX supply still short but prices continue to come off
  • European PA market stable, Lanxess and OBC down for maintenance
  • Asian PA prices down despite lower inventories in China

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Maleic Anhydride · 1,4-Butanediol
13 December 2018 Issue Number 332
  • Rhine water levels rise to 180 cm at Kaub, Germany in early December
  • Ashland to sell its composites business and Marl BDO to INEOS Enterprises for $1.1 billion
  • US maleic prices are flat to down 2-3 c/lb for December
  • European maleic market tight as Polynt calls force majeure on 5 December
  • Butanes prices worldwide slide sharply
  • Asian maleic prices fall $100-200/ton from November to December

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Acetic Acid · Vinyl Acetate
12 December 2018 Issue Number 375
  • US acetic acid production holding steady after year of turmoil
  • China domestic acetic acid prices fluctuate during November
  • Europe VAM prices slide lower on seasonal demand issues
  • Low Rhine River levels cause widespread disruption in Q4
  • Methanol prices under pressure in all regions during November
  • AccsyBrent, WTI crude prices slump in November on macro concerns

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