A head-spinning sequence of trade announcements this past week has left manufacturers and chemical suppliers scrambling to keep up. The U.S. has struck sweeping new trade agreements with the European Union, Indonesia, South Korea and Japan—while simultaneously announcing a 25 % tariff on Indian imports. The flurry of moves in just two weeks has redefined market... Read more »
President Donald Trump made headlines on July 12, 2025, by announcing sweeping 30% tariffs on imports from the European Union and Mexico, set to take effect on August 1. Positioned as a measure to protect national security and rebalance trade relationships, the announcement has already sparked diplomatic backlash and market volatility. The tariffs cover a... Read more »
The word phthalate is often viewed by the public pretty negatively, and the average person often points to the reason for this as health concerns and environmental issues. You might even find yourself reaching for a bottle on the shelf labeled “phthalate-free” even if it is an item that would have never contained a... Read more »
A new federal enforcement rule taking effect on June 25, 2025, is raising concerns not just among truck drivers and fleet operators—but across the broader supply chain. Under updated guidance from the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA), commercial drivers who cannot demonstrate English proficiency during roadside inspections can now be placed out of service... Read more »
