DYES, PIGMENTS, PAINTS, AND COATINGS MARKET ANALYSIS

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Key Developments

• In July 2019, Achroma, a specialty chemical company launched Foron SP-WF, a wet-fast disperse dyes for active wear and sportswear applications.
• In September 2019, Clariant AG, a specialty chemicals company, launched a range of 25 organic pigments for compostable and biodegradable polymers. These pigments are compliant with the European Norm 13432.
• In October 2019, Dulux Trade, a paint manufacturer collaborated with Veolia UK, a provider of environmental solutions, to launch matt emulsion known as Evolve which is made from 35% recycled paint. This paint produces 10% lower carbon emissions per liter.
• In October 2019, Alltimes Coatings Ltd., a manufacturer of coatings and sealants launched Advantage Graphene liquid coatings for anti-corrosion application.
• In September 2019, DIC Corporation a manufacturer of pigments, polymers, inks, biochemicals and specialty plastics based in Japan, announced its plans to acquire global pigments business units of BASF SE for US$ 1.28 billion. This transaction is estimated to close by fourth quarter of 2020.