CASE & Construction Chemicals

31 Jan 2020  |  South Asia, Middle East & North Africa

Analysis of the Paints and Coatings Market Opportunities in Kuwait, Forecast to 2024

Growth Opportunities for Both Local Manufacturers and Multinationals Entering the Market and the Right Distribution Channels to be Used

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Supply in the Kuwaiti paints industry is marked by both local manufacturing and imports. Segments such as decorative and powder coatings have substantial presence of local manufacturers while other segments rely on imports to meet the local demand. Within decorative coatings, imports account for one-third of the total supply. Among domestic manuf...

Urbanization, higher disposable income and other changes in consumer lifestyle, especially in the Asian markets, is driving the demand for various polymers including PET. With Paraxylene being the basic feedstock, there has been a considerable change in that market as well. This Industry Docket evaluates the market for PET, PTA and its impact on th...

27 Dec 2017  |  South Asia, Middle East & North Africa

Indian Calcium Carbonate (CaCO3) Market, Forecast to 2021

Commoditization of CaCO3 in the Paper, Paints, and Construction Industries has led to Increased Price Sensitivity

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Calcium carbonate has historically been one of the preferred fillers for the paper industry. In recent years, it has also become a preferred filler for the paint industry, heavily substituting kaolin in this application. While the primary reason has been the unavailability of high-quality kaolin, customers are also shifting due to the better opacit...