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IMCD Expands in China with Welex Buy

IMCD China, part of Netherlands-headquartered multinational chemicals distributor IMCD, has agreed to take over specialty distribution company Welex, boosting its footprint in China.

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Huntsman in Vietnam Textiles Collaboration

Huntsman Textile Effects, a producer of dyes, chemicals and digital inks for the textile and related industries, has announced a strategic partnership with Phong Phu International (PPJ), a Vietnamese garment manufacturer and exporter.

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The State of the US Specialty Chemicals Industry
Reshaping Specialty Chemicals Manufacturing

The State of the US Specialty Chemicals Industry

SOCMA's Jenn Klein examines how specialty chemical manufacturers — the invisible backbone behind pharmaceuticals, electronics, agriculture, and energy — are navigating supply chain shifts, policy uncertainty, and constant change while remaining resilient, disciplined, and focused on execution.