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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.

The world market for paints and coatings has stabilized again.

Granulated cork, mats made from hemp, fleeces made from sheep's wool or even blown-in cellulose flakes: Biobased insulation materials are increasingly competing with mineral wool and plastic foam.

Ceresana has analyzed the global market for plastic pipes, pipe components and fittings.