Month: January 2025

Trump’s Trade and Tariff Policies: Rising Costs and New Challenges for U.S. Manufacturers

  Since Donald Trump’s second inauguration, his administration has been rapidly rolling out executive orders that will significantly affect the U.S. chemical distribution industry, energy policies, and international trade. A key focus is trade and tariffs, particularly with China, Canada, and Mexico. Trump’s “America First” trade policy aims to address U.S. trade deficits and potentially... Read more »

Trends in Grease: A look at the market for Lithium and Calcium Sulfonate Grease

Lithium greases have traditionally dominated the global grease market, accounting for approximately 70% of usage. 1 It is expected lithium grease will always dominate the market due to their versatility. However, the increasing demand for lithium in electric vehicle (EV) batteries has led to price volatility and concerns about the long-term availability of lithium for... Read more »