More than 400 people were killed after a tsunami struck in Indonesia on Dec 22, 2018 and that was just one. Tsunamis are large, unbroken tidal waves which are usually caused by an underwater explosion resulting from volcanic activity, earthquakes or glacier clavings. Tsunamis not only pose a huge threat to civilian life, but they... Read more »
On March 4th, the U.S. Trade office under the direction of President Trump, announced that it will be terminating the GSP (Generalized System of Preference) duty-free eligibility for India and Turkey. The GSP program is intended to help developing nations grow their economy through trade. The announcement cited the reason for termination as being that... Read more »
ChemCeed is known for their excellent customer service and quality chemicals at an exceptional price, but are there some things about our company that you don’t know? Did you know that everyone who works at ChemCeed is a parent? ChemCeed strives to make their customers feel like a part of the team. To really drive... Read more »
President Trump again delayed a 10 to 25 percent increase on Section 301 tariffs that was scheduled to go into effect on March 1st. This came with the announcement that President Trump will be meeting with Chinese President Xi Jingping in late March to continue negotiations. The reaction to this news has been mostly positive,... Read more »
With everyone wanting to start the new year off on a good foot, port congestion on the west coast has been causing headaches for importers. The congestion at the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach that started around the beginning of the holidays has only gotten worse with no clear end in sight. High... Read more »
This week much of the Midwest and Northeast is experiencing dangerously cold conditions and heavy snowfalls. Is your business prepared for this round of winter weather? Below are three things to keep in mind as you brace for this week’s arctic conditions: Plan for closures Many shipping terminals and warehouses may be closed or working... Read more »
ChemCeed has achieved certification to ISO 9001:2015 Standards as of January 11, 2019. The company has previously been certified under the Responsible Distribution environmental, health, safety & security program since 2016, and the addition of ISO 9001:2015 standards further represents ChemCeed’s commitment to customer satisfaction. “Certification under the ISO 9001:2015 Standards was a natural step... Read more »
One of the longest dry spells on record in Germany is causing unexpected problems for chemical manufactures. The dry weather has led to record-low water levels in the Rhine river, a major route of barge traffic. Because of the low water levels, as shallow as 10 inches in many places, most cargo on the river... Read more »
ChemCeed is pleased to introduce the addition of DINCH to its product line. DINCH is a non-phthalate plasticizer that is well suited for PVC applications including flooring, wall coverings, films, hoses, adhesives and sealants. It is non-toxic and SVOC free, making it a prime choice for applications where PVC comes in close human contact. Its... Read more »
The first use of grease dates back to ancient times, when man first used animal fats and vegetable oils to reduce friction. Analysis of these crude lubricants shows that lime was sometimes mixed in as a thickener, making this the first complex grease. The science of lubricating technology has come a long way since ancient... Read more »
