An ocean container capacity crunch has hit global trade just as peak shipping season starts, with freight spot rates up some 30% over the past few weeks and heading higher.
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In focus: Podophyllotoxin Crude
Podophyllotoxin is a non-alkaloid toxin lignan extracted from the roots and rhizomes of Podophyllum species. It is an organic heterotetracyclic compound that has a Furonaphthodioxole skeleton bearing a 3,4,5-trimethoxyphenyl substituent.
In Focus: Octadecylphosphonic Acid (ODPA)
Octadecylphosphonic acid (ODPA), a versatile chemical compound, serves as a surfactant and dispersant in applications spanning coatings, lubricants, and corrosion inhibition. With its hydrophobic octadecyl chain linked to a phosphonic acid group, it excels in surface modification, boosting adhesion in metal surfaces.
In focus: 2-(Benzylmethylamino)-1-phenylpropanone
2-(Benzylmethylamino)-1-phenylpropanone is an organics intermediate from ketone category. It is a compound with notable pharmacological potential and itself has excellent cytotoxic properties. In trade, the chemicals is referred to as AMK.
In focus: Budesonide
Budesonide is in a class of medications called corticosteroids. It works by decreasing inflammation (swelling) in the digestive tract of people who have Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis. or in the kidney of people with nephropathy.
ECHA: More work needed on safety, sustainability
The first joint Europe-wide assessment of the drivers and impact of chemical pollution by the European Environment Agency (EEA) and the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has concluded that, despite progress in some areas, “more work is still needed to reduce the impact of harmful substances on human health and the environment”. Key findings include:
In Focus : Boron trifluoride tetrahydrofuran complex
Boron trifluoride tetrahydrofuran complex, is a colorless liquid that is commonly used as a colorless liquid that is commonly used as a Lewis acid catalyst in various organic reactions. It has a wide range of applications in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, polymers, and other organic compounds
In Focus : Nicotinamide Riboside Chloride (NRCL)
Nicotinamide riboside chloride (NRCL) is a unique form of vitamin B3. As a precursor to nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD+), a crucial coenzyme involved in various cellular processes, it has sparked interest in the realms of aging, metabolism, and overall cellular health.
In Focus : Tetrachlorvinphos
Tetrachlorvinphos (popularly known as TCVP) is an agrochemical belonging to class of organophosphates. It is a non-systemic insecticide and acaracide having widespread uses in crop protection, public health, and animal hygiene.
In Focus : Sodium Starch Glycolate USP/EP
Sodium Starch Glycolate (SSG) is a very fine free flowing powder that is white or off white in color and has almost no odor. Its property of insolubility is remarkable, with complete insolubility in most organic solvents, and even in water. It is a sodium salt of carboxyl ether of starch and is appreciated for its stability and binding properties.
American Coatings Show & Conference – The leading North American coatings industry event, setting trends for future developments in the industry.
Meet the ExSyn team at American Coatings Show 2024
April 30 – May 2, 2024
Indiana Convention Center, 100 South Capitol Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46225 United States
CPhI North America – Where Business Meets Science
Meet the ExSyn team at CPhI North America 2024
May 07 – 09, 2024
Pennsylvania Convention Center, Halls CDE, Philadelphia, PA, USA