Over the last two decades, the U.S. domestic tackifier market has seen significant changes, particularly regarding the feedstocks available to make tackifier. This shift can be largely attributed to changes in crude oil processing and the increased use of...
In recent years, tariffs have been a significant topic of discussion in economic and political discourse. Most media coverage focuses on consumer goods such as automobiles, whiskey, and avocados. However, the U.S. economy is far more complex than these everyday...
On March 6, 2025, a notice was issued in the Federal Register amending, “the additional 10% duties instituted in early February to 20% for Chinese products imported into the USA.” This new tariff rate is effective February 4, 2025, on all imported articles...
Many Teckrez customers are wondering about the impact of three executive orders signed over the weekend pertaining to tariffs on products from Canada, Mexico and China. The situation is rapidly evolving so we do not have answers yet to many of our questions. ...
Did You Know? Did you know that water-based rosin ester dispersions are used across a variety of industries for their impressive adhesive, coating, and emulsifying properties? Here are some interesting applications: 1. Adhesives They enhance bonding in...
Many Teckrez customers have asked if our operations will be impacted by the pending strike by the International Longhshorman’s Association (ILA). What we know is the ILA is threatening to strike at ports along the East and Gulf Coasts on October 1, 2024 if a...
