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Plastics are manufactured from a wide range of synthetic organic solids to fabricate industrial and consumer products. Plastics are commonly high molecular weight polymers with performance or structural additives that improve the material quality or reduce the production costs for the plastic. Plastic monomers can be either synthetic or natural organic compounds. The raw materials needed to create most plastics are derived from fossil fuels, petroleum or oil and natural gas namely, and are consequently known as petrochemicals.

Renewable sources of raw materials and feedstocks for plastics production has been explored with biorenewable sources such as cellulose, starches, and oils, particularly algal oils.

Plastics can be classified as thermosetting polymers and thermoplastics depending upon their post-manufacturing malleability and flexibility, with thermosets capable of only one solidification process. Thermoplastics include polyethylene, polypropylene, polystyrene, polyvinyl chloride, and polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE). Plastics can be further categorized by their chemical structure and molecular units that form the polymer side chains and back bones. Structural characteristics determine the performance features and durability of plastics and therefore determine industrial and commercial applications. Some significant categories include acrylics, polyesters, silicones, polyurethanes, and halogenated plastics. Acrylics are the basis of adhesives, paints, and construction materials. Polyester is used to make a number of fabrics, as well as tarpaulin, holograms, and liquid crystal displays. Silcones are used to make sealants, adhesives, lubricants, or insulations. Polyurethanes are used to make fibers, seals, carpet underlay, adhesives, and hard plastic parts for electronic instruments. Halogenated plastics are used as solvents, pesticides, and fire-resistant oils.

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Resins (915)

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Plastics market research reports and industry analysis

Tan Dai Hung Plastic JSC - Company Capsule 5/17/2013 \| published by: Canadean Ltd ... company overview, key facts, major products and services, financial ratios, key competitors, financial analysis as well as key employees. Summary This report is a crucial resource for industry executives and anyone looking to access key ... \| read more...	$99.00
Polyamide Market - By Type (Polyamide 6, Polyamide 6-6, Bio-Based Polyamide) & By Application (Automotives, Electrical, Machinery, Consumer Goods, Textiles & Sports Wear, Films and Coatings & Packaging) – Global Trends & Forecasts Up to 2018 5/8/2013 \| published by: MarketsandMarkets ... - By Type (Polyamide 6, Polyamide 6-6, Bio-Based Polyamide) & By Application (Automotives, Electrical, Machinery, Consumer Goods, Textiles & Sports Wear, Films and Coatings & Packaging) – Global Trends & Forecasts Up to 2018 covers ... \| read more...	$4,650.00
Thermoplastic Elastomers Market By Types (SBC, TPO, TPV, TPU, COPE, PEBA), Applications & Geography — Trends & Forecasts To 2018 5/8/2013 \| published by: MarketsandMarkets ... to this property, molding and processing of thermoplastics becomes easy. Shape change of a thermoplastic material is completely physical and with the reapplication of heat, it is purely reversible. A thermoplastic elastomer, a blend of ... \| read more...	$4,650.00
Global Industrial Rubber Products Market 2012-2016 5/3/2013 \| published by: Infiniti Research Limited ... this market growth is the rapid growth of the Automotive industry. The Global Industrial Rubber Products market has also been witnessing increasing mergers and acquisitions. However, the growing threat from substitute products could pose a ... \| read more...	$2,000.00
Laser Processing Market (2013 – 2018): By Technology (Co2, ND: YAG, Fiber Laser); Process (Engraving, Marking, Cutting, Drilling); Base Material (Metals, Polymers); Application (Electronics, Machine Part Marking, Medical, Signage) & Geography 5/1/2013 \| published by: MarketsandMarkets ... advent in 1957, the early adopters of laser (light amplification by simulated emission of radiation) technology were applications such as; ranging, targeting, spectroscopy, and microscopy. The purpose of these applications was either the exploration/measurement of ... \| read more...	$4,650.00
Freedonia Focus on World Plastic Pipe 4/30/2013 \| published by: Freedonia Focus Reports ... of polyvinyl chloride (PVC), high density polyethylene (HDPE), and other resins. Major world regions include North America, Western Europe, Asia/Pacific, and all other regions in aggregate. Demand by resin is also forecast for each major ... \| read more...	$850.00
Plastics & Rubber Machinery Manufacturing in the US - Industry Risk Rating Report 4/24/2013 \| published by: IBISWorld ... difficulty, or otherwise, of the business operating environment'. The report looks at the operational risk associated with this industry. Three types of risk are recognized in our analysis. These are: risk arising from within the ... \| read more...	$1,020.00
Plastic Film, Sheet & Bag Manufacturing in the US - Industry Risk Rating Report 4/24/2013 \| published by: IBISWorld ... 'the difficulty, or otherwise, of the business operating environment'. The report looks at the operational risk associated with this industry. Three types of risk are recognized in our analysis. These are: risk arising from within ... \| read more...	$1,020.00
Hose & Belt Manufacturing in the US - Industry Risk Rating Report 4/24/2013 \| published by: IBISWorld ... or otherwise, of the business operating environment'. The report looks at the operational risk associated with this industry. Three types of risk are recognized in our analysis. These are: risk arising from within the industry ... \| read more...	$1,020.00
Rubber Product Manufacturing in the US - Industry Risk Rating Report 4/24/2013 \| published by: IBISWorld ... otherwise, of the business operating environment'. The report looks at the operational risk associated with this industry. Three types of risk are recognized in our analysis. These are: risk arising from within the industry itself ... \| read more...	$1,020.00
Plastic & Resin Manufacturing in the US - Industry Risk Rating Report 4/24/2013 \| published by: IBISWorld ... or otherwise, of the business operating environment'. The report looks at the operational risk associated with this industry. Three types of risk are recognized in our analysis. These are: risk arising from within the industry ... \| read more...	$1,020.00
Plastics Wholesaling in the US - Industry Risk Rating Report 4/24/2013 \| published by: IBISWorld ... of the business operating environment'. The report looks at the operational risk associated with this industry. Three types of risk are recognized in our analysis. These are: risk arising from within the industry itself (structural ... \| read more...	$1,020.00
Monomer World – March 2013 4/22/2013 \| published by: GlobalData ... the first half of the month, while in Europe prices declined sharply in the second half. Scope Analyses monthly price trends in Asia, Europe and North America region Details significant developments in the monomer industry ... \| read more...	$500.00
Polyolefins World – March 2013 4/22/2013 \| published by: GlobalData ... derivative markets. Feedstock olefin prices were also low and brought no increase in polyolefin prices. Scope Analyses monthly price trends in Asia and North America region Details significant developments in the polyolefin industry Reasons to ... \| read more...	$500.00
The Southeast Asian Polyolefin Industry - Set to Emerge as a Key Market with Growing Demand and Capacity Additions 4/22/2013 \| published by: GlobalData ... - Set to Emerge as a Key Market with Growing Demand and Capacity Additions”. The study comes from the company’s petrochemical research group and provides in-depth analysis of the Southeast Asian polyolefin industry, highlighting major ... \| read more...	$3,995.00
Rubber Products in Spain: ISIC 251 4/18/2013 \| published by: Euromonitor International ... Products market at a national level. It provides the latest retail sales data, allowing you to identify the sectors driving growth. It identifies the leading companies, the leading brands and offers strategic analysis of key ... \| read more...	$600.00
Plastic in Primary Forms and Synthetic Rubber in Spain: ISIC 2413 4/18/2013 \| published by: Euromonitor International ... and shape of the Plastic in Primary Forms and Synthetic Rubber market at a national level. It provides the latest retail sales data, allowing you to identify the sectors driving growth. It identifies the leading ... \| read more...	$600.00
Machinery for Rubber, Plastics and Paper Industries and Other Special Purpose Machinery in Spain: ISIC 2929 4/18/2013 \| published by: Euromonitor International ... comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Machinery for Rubber, Plastics and Paper Industries and Other Special Purpose Machinery market at a national level. It provides the latest retail sales data, allowing you ... \| read more...	$600.00
2013 U.S. Other synthetic organic chemicals materials used by the Resin & Synthetic Rubber Mfg. Industry-Materials & Manufacturing Report 4/15/2013 \| published by: Barnes Reports ... features 2013 current and 2014 forecast estimates on Other synthetic organic chemicals materials used by the Resin & Synthetic Rubber Mfg. industry nationally and for all 50 U.S. States and up to 900 metro areas. ... \| read more...	$199.00
2013 U.S. Plastics resins consumed in the form of granules materials used by the Audio video media reproduction Industry-Materials & Manufacturing Report 4/15/2013 \| published by: Barnes Reports ... demographics. The report features 2013 current and 2014 forecast estimates on Plastics resins consumed in the form of granules materials used by the Audio video media reproduction industry nationally and for all 50 U.S. States ... \| read more...	$199.00
2013 U.S. Plastics resins consumed in the form of granules materials used by the Gasoline Engine & Engine Parts Mfg. Industry-Materials & Manufacturing Report 4/15/2013 \| published by: Barnes Reports ... forecasts and demographics. The report features 2013 current and 2014 forecast estimates on Plastics resins consumed in the form of granules materials used by the Gasoline Engine & Engine Parts Mfg. industry nationally and for ... \| read more...	$199.00
2013 U.S. Plastics packaging film & sheet, including laminated materials used by the Semiconductor Mfg. Industry-Materials & Manufacturing Report 4/15/2013 \| published by: Barnes Reports ... features 2013 current and 2014 forecast estimates on Plastics packaging film & sheet, including laminated materials used by the Semiconductor Mfg. industry nationally and for all 50 U.S. States and up to 900 metro areas. ... \| read more...	$199.00
2013 U.S. Plastics resins consumed in the form of granules materials used by the Lighting fixture mfg Industry-Materials & Manufacturing Report 4/15/2013 \| published by: Barnes Reports ... The report features 2013 current and 2014 forecast estimates on Plastics resins consumed in the form of granules materials used by the Lighting fixture mfg industry nationally and for all 50 U.S. States and up ... \| read more...	$199.00
2013 U.S. Transportation reinforced & fiberglass plastics products materials used by the Motor Vehicle Body Mfg. Industry-Materials & Manufacturing Report 4/15/2013 \| published by: Barnes Reports ... report features 2013 current and 2014 forecast estimates on Transportation reinforced & fiberglass plastics products materials used by the Motor Vehicle Body Mfg. industry nationally and for all 50 U.S. States and up to 900 ... \| read more...	$199.00
2013 U.S. Inorganic chemicals materials used by the Resin & Synthetic Rubber Mfg. Industry-Materials & Manufacturing Report 4/15/2013 \| published by: Barnes Reports ... The report features 2013 current and 2014 forecast estimates on Inorganic chemicals materials used by the Resin & Synthetic Rubber Mfg. industry nationally and for all 50 U.S. States and up to 900 metro areas. \| read more...	$199.00

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