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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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Phenol · Acetone & Derivatives
15 June May 2018 Issue Number 282
  • European producers nominate €40/ton increase on Q3 phenol adders
  • Propylene increase of €80/ton hurt European acetone margins
  • CNOOC/Shell’s phenol/acetone plant starts commissioning process
  • BPA tight in all regions as trade heats up in China
  • Polycarbonate prices weaken in China as market enters summer lull
  • Weak demand drives Chinese MMA prices lower in June

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Acrylonitrile · Acrylic Fibre
15 June 2018 Issue Number 458
  • Global propylene prices still increasing
  • Asian acrylonitrile spot prices strengthen to nearly $2100/ton cfr in June
  • Tight acrylonitrile supply caused by continuous shutdowns in China
  • Good global demand for ABS continues but margins decrease
  • Chinese acrylic fibre margins increase due to production cuts
  • US acrylic spun yarn demand improves as spinners reduce capacity

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Phthalates · Oxo-Alcohols
15 June 2018 Issue Number 438
  • US plasticisers prices surge in June, further increases announced for July
  • European plasticisers prices see moderate increases
  • Grupa Azoty declares force majeure in plasticisers and Oxo alcohols
  • US and European 2-EH prices jump on tightening supply
  • Plasticisers supply in China tighter on several turnarounds
  • Chinese Oxo alcohols supply affected during the summit in Qingdao

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