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The consumption of printing inks continues to grow, especially for packaging. There are large differences between the various regions of the world and areas of application.

The fastest-growing area of application for plastic pipes in Europe today is agriculture and horticulture.

The strongest increase in demand for flame retardants is expected in the construction industry.

According to the latest Ceresana market study on coatings, Europeans consume more than 9.2 million tonnes of paints and varnishes every year.

Many plastics and elastomers would not be possible without stabilizing additives. Most thermal stabilizers and UV stabilizers are used for PVC products.

According to the latest Ceresana study on the European market for insulation materials demand for EPS, which is sold under trade names such as Styropor or Airpop, is currently growing in particular.

The latest Ceresana market study on polyvinyl chloride forecasts further growth for this versatile material: Until 2032, the global demand for PVC is likely to rise to 58 million tonnes.

The construction industry, paper and packaging are the most important sales markets for adhesives.

Insoluble additives make engineering plastics suitable for demanding applications.

Global demand for pigments will increase to around 14.5 million tonnes per year by 2032, according to the latest Ceresana report on pigments.