Wed, May 3, 2017

European Chemicals Update Q1 2017

In this addition of the European Chemicals Update, Q1 2017, we evaluate the key trends in the global polyurethane and polycarbonate markets.
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Polyurethane is one of the most versatile and durable plastic materials.  The global market size accounted for 15.2 million tons in 2015, and it is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 4% between 2015 and 2020.

Polycarbonate is a naturally transparent amorphous thermoplastic that is particularly useful when products require impact resistance and/or transparency. Global polycarbonate demand in 2015 was 3.8 million tons and it is estimated to increase at a CAGR of 4% between 2015 and 2020.

Also, featured in our report is Frank H. Lutz, CFO at Covestro, a leading high-tech polymer supplier.  This interview gives his views on the market, their experiences and Covestro's strategic initiatives.



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