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Carbon steel which is also known as plain carbon steel is an alloy which is manufactured using the combination of iron and carbon. Carbon steel is also the term used to refer steel which is not stainless steel. Carbon steel also contains other metals in extremely small quantities. Other alloying metal used in the manufacturing of carbon steel includes manganese, copper and silicon. The proportion of carbon is increased in the steel in order to increase the physical properties of the product. High carbon content in the metal increases the hardness as well as strength of the product. However, increased proportion of carbon reduces the ductility of the product making it extremely difficult to weld. High carbon content usually lowers the steel's melting point and also its temperature resistance. The carbon content in the steel varies from 0.1 to 1.5%. However, there are steels that contain above 2% of carbon content but they are rarely used and have extremely specific applications. Carbon steels are mainly classified as low carbon steel, medium carbon steel and high carbon steel depending on the carbon content in the steel alloy. Carbon steel is one of the most widely used steel alloys. Low carbon steel or mild steel is the most common form of carbon steel used owing to its easy availability and cheap price.

Camphor is a crystalline and translucent terpene ketone with a pleasant odor. Camphor is predominantly produced from distillation of wood and bark of the camphor tree. Physical properties of camphor differ depending on the origin, species and growing conditions of the tree. Camphor is generally whitish or has light shades of different colors including gray and olive among others. Moreover, camphor can be synthetically produced by synthesis of turpentine oil derived from rosin, pine wood andkinlieth among others. Depending on the end user industry, camphor is supplied in the form of powder, oil or as tablets.

Antimicrobial additives can be defined based on their production, use, benefits, function and regulation. An antimicrobial additive is a chemical compound primarily used in the form of coatings, paints and mixed with plastic. Both oil-based and water-based additives are available in various forms for end-user industries. From the commercial prospective, an antimicrobial additive is used to reduce or inhibit the growth of microorganisms in any surface or in the atmosphere (as sprays) to maintain hygiene and increase life of products. It protects various plastic products, packaging materials, buildings through coatings, hospitals and other places from decay. Some limitations of antimicrobial additives are that they are less active in fatty foods and work best in low fat food with PH less than 6. They give best results when combined with other microbial. In recent times, the market for antimicrobial agents have grown tremendously due to their numerous applications. The market is projected to grow at a healthy double-digit CAGR from 2014–2020.

Amla extract is derived from the plant species known as Emblica officinalis, and falls under the category of super fruit. Amla or Indian gooseberry is a fruit indigenous to the Indian subcontinent. Due to rise in demand for amla extract, Emblica officinalis is currently grown commercially in various regions of the world. Amla contains a high amount of salt, carbohydrates, iron, phosphorous, calcium, vitamins and amino acids. Primarily, amla extract are available in powder and pulp forms. Extract is primarily used to manufacture cosmetic products and ayurvedic medicines for cognitive effects, as anti-oxidants, in ulcer and diabetes prevention and offers anti-inflammatory benefits as well. In addition, it is also used to manufacture various beauty products and health foods. Amla is particularly effective for hair care, such as to prevent hair loss and to enhance texture.

The overall baby personal care products market is segmented into hair care, skin care, toiletries, fragrances and convenience products among others. The toiletries and skin care segments are major contributors of revenue to the global baby personal care products market. This trend is expected to continue during forecast period 2014–2020. Currently, the baby hair care segment is the lowest contributor in terms of revenue in the global market. This segment however, is expected to grow favourably in the near future. Sun care is a sub-segment of the baby skin care segment and contributes a substantially low revenue to the global baby personal care products market. Furthermore, increasing use of baby shower gel is expected to drive growth of this market during the forecast period.

Biocides are the chemicals or certain metals which are used to kill different categories of micro-organisms at different life stages. Biocides are widely used in drinking and waste water treatment, healthcare and the consumer goods industry. Consumer products include cosmetics, cleaning products, detergents, some toothpastes and general disinfectant products. In addition, biocides are used in food industry at a sub-lethal level to act as preservatives which impart a longer shelf life.

Advanced aerospace coatings technology renders a lightweight and durable coating system that offers increased productivity and is used for all kinds of aircraft. In the last few years, the advanced aerospace coatings market has witnessed tremendous growth, as aerospace coatings offerseveral benefits such as resistance from cracking, better metal protection, and corrosion control with reduced time and labour costs. These benefits have accelerated the use of advanced aerospace coatings across various end-user segments. The advanced aerospace coatings market is expected to grow significantly due toairlines increasingly engaging in mergers in attemptsto enhance brand value.

The automotive industry is flourishing and the plastics industry is guaranteed to play a major role in its rise. Automotive plastics are the plastics and polymers used in the manufacture of various components of a vehicle. Originally, plastics were recommended for use in automotives owing to the material's physical properties combined with look and low weight. The use of plastic components in the automotive industry has been increasing since the last decade. Currently, automotive plasticsare mainly used as the materials weigh around 50% less than other materials used in automotive manufacturing, provide sturdiness,are corrosion resistant, offer flexibility in design and deliver better performance.

Anti-freeze coolants are used in automobiles, HVAC systems, and heat exchangers to facilitate heat transfer process in adverse cold weather conditions. Also, they prevent overheating of the vehicle in summer. These are antifreeze agents or chemicals that are added in water in a certain proportion. This mixture is called an anti-freeze coolant. Antifreeze coolants ensure workability and performance of engines and heat exchangers. Chemicals predominantly used as anti-freeze agents include propylene glycol, ethylene glycol, methanol, and glycerol. Adverse cold climatic conditions and automotive demand from relatively colder regions across the world maintain stable volumes of demand across the world. Other applications of antifreeze coolants are found in aerospace, industrial applications, and the electronics industry. Typical application in aerospace includes development of anti-icing and de-icing materials.

Plastic additives are chemicals added in a polymer to modify its properties. The polymers used in plastics are combined with monomeric units and are not in their pure form, but are harmless. The objective is to improve the processing characteristics and properties of plastics and to enhance performance. These monomers are known as plastic additives and can be classified as reinforcing fibres, coupling agents, stabilizers, colorants, fillers, processing aids, flame retardants, peroxides and antistatic agents. Plastic additives enable safe handling of the plastic during the manufacture of finished products. The stabilizing plastic additives are halogen stabilizers, ultraviolet absorbers, antioxidants and biological preservatives. Also, there are processing aids such as lubricants and flow controls.