India’s anti-dumping authority has recommended significant duties on halobutyl rubber imports from five major economies, protecting a newly established domestic manufacturer facing stiff competition from dumped imports.

The duties, ranging from 10 percent to 70 percent, target imports from Japan, Russia, Singapore, the United Kingdom and the United States. The move aims to protect Reliance Sibur Elastomers Private Limited (RSEPL), which began production in February 2021 and declared commercial operations in March 2023.

“The domestic industry has not been able to break even due to dumping in India,” the authority said in its findings. The investigation revealed that while RSEPL can meet India’s entire domestic demand, it holds only a minority market share despite selling at a loss.

Halobutyl rubber, used in manufacturing tyre inner liners, hoses and protective clothing, represents a new product category in India’s chemical industry. RSEPL, a joint venture between Reliance Industries Limited and Switzerland’s Sibur Investments AG, made substantial investments in a dedicated manufacturing facility.

The authority dismissed concerns about RSEPL’s relationship with Russian producer NKNH, finding no evidence of collusion despite both companies being connected to the Sibur group. The investigation determined that Russian imports were priced competitively with other subject countries.

The protective measures come as the authority found the domestic manufacturer’s performance significantly below projections, with lower production, capacity utilization, and domestic sales than anticipated in its second year of operations.

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Scandinavian Enviro Systems AB publ has signed a letter of intent with an undisclosed partner to explore the possibility of licensing its advanced tyre pyrolysis technology for deployment in North America.

The collaboration will focus on conducting a comprehensive feasibility study to evaluate the technical and commercial viability of establishing one or multiple facilities dedicated to processing end-of-life tyres using Enviro’s proprietary method. This study is designed to provide the potential licensee with the necessary insights to assess the prospects of entering into a long-term commercial arrangement and formal technology licensing agreement.

It is important to note that any definitive agreements will depend entirely on the study's outcomes and subsequent negotiations. At this stage, there is no guarantee that the evaluation will lead to binding commitments or that the proposed transaction will ultimately materialise.

Fredrik Aaben, CEO, Scandinavian Enviro Systems, said, “We continue to see strong international interest in Enviro’s technology, and this letter of intent is yet another proof of this.”

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Kraton Corporation, a leading global producer of speciality polymers and high-value bio-based chemicals derived from pine wood pulping co-products, a global price increase for all polymer products with effect from 1 April 2026. The price hike will range from USD 440 per MT to USD 700 per MT, or as individual contract terms permit, with the exact price change varying according to the polymer type and production location.

The driving forces behind these significant pricing actions are multifaceted, rooted in substantial disruptions to global supply chains. These disruptions are largely attributed to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, which has had a cascading effect on logistics. Compounding this issue are the sharply rising costs associated with transportation and essential raw materials.

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German specialty chemicals company LANXESS has announced a global price increase for its portfolio of functional additives for the manufacture of tyres and speciality rubbers. These changes, which are set to take effect immediately or as soon as individual contract terms permit, will see prices rise by 15 to 50 percent.

The driving forces behind these significant pricing actions are multifaceted, rooted in substantial disruptions to global supply chains. These disruptions are largely attributed to the ongoing geopolitical conflict, which has had a cascading effect on logistics. Compounding this issue are the sharply rising costs associated with transportation and essential raw materials.

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Orion S.A., a global speciality chemicals company, has announced a global price increase for its portfolio of speciality carbon black. These changes, which are set to take effect immediately or as soon as individual contract terms permit, will see prices rise by up to 25 percent.

In a strategic move to address persistent market volatility, the company is also implementing a variable surcharge on top of the base price increase. The driving forces behind these significant pricing actions are multifaceted, rooted in substantial disruptions to global supply chains. These disruptions are largely attributed to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, which has had a cascading effect on logistics. Compounding this issue are the sharply rising costs associated with transportation and essential raw materials.

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