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Calcium oxide also known as lime is caustic, alkaline and crystalline in nature.It is synthesized by decarbonation of limestone. Most frequently occurring forms of calcium oxide are quicklime and hydraulic lime. It is a key ingredient in cement and biodiesel production. The end user industries of calcium oxide include petroleum, building & construction, steel, soda ash, refractories, bio-fuel, paper & pulp and chemical industries.

Carbon nanotubes (CNT) are nano-sized tubes made up of carbon atoms. Their properties depend on how carbon atoms are aligned to each other in a sheet. It is gaining prominence in various industry verticals primarily due to its varied applications as well as its durability. It is 100X times stronger and 6 X times lighter when compared to steel. Research is underway to explore its market potential in the auto mobile and electronics industries. It is a multi-billion dollar investment in technology when compared to other synthesized nanomaterial.

A flexible electronic device can be easily folded or twisted without getting damaged. Flexible electronics market deals with the advanced form of electronic devices. These devices have a broad application in various sectors, such as the military & defence, consumer electronics, healthcare & medical and energy & power generation.

Cement is the most common binding material used in construction activities. Cement is mixed with crushed rocks, sand and water in specific proportion to create concrete. Admixtures are chemicals that are added to concrete at the initial mixing stage to enhances or modify the working properties of the mix. Concrete admixtures are primarily used to enhance the compressive strength, workability and durability parameter of the concrete and to reduce the water content in it. Admixtures are generally classified according to application as Plasticizers (water reducing agents), super plasticizers (high range water reducers), air entrainers, accelerators and retarders. Also, three types of admixtures very common in the market such as Lingo-based, Sulfonated Naphthalene Formaldehyde (SNF) and Sulfonated Melamine Formaldehyde (SMF) based and PCE (Polycarboxylate Ether) based admixtures.Optimum use of admixtures depends on several factors including the type and amount of cement used, working temperature of concrete and air and water content.

A Head Mounted Display (HMD) system is a virtual reality displaysystem,with which users can view maps, routes and other information generated by a remote computer or any compatible electronic systemin real time and with ensured accuracy.The HMDmarket is expected to grow with ata strong double-digit growth rate over thenext five years (2015–2020). Thisstrong growth is attributed to various factors such as the need for faster work operations, government focus on developments, the need foradvanced displays in the video gaming industry, high demand in the aerospace and defence sector and the need forHMD systemsby themilitary. On the other hand, there are various factors negatively affecting growth of the HMD market such as high price of HMDs, limitedbattery life and latency.

Future Market Insights (FMI), with sharp focus on emerging regions, delivers key insights on the North America natural food colours market in its latest report titled, "Global Natural Food Colours Market Analysis and Opportunity Assessment, 2014 – 2020". According to the key findings of the report, the North America natural food colours market was valued at US$ 291.7 Mn in 2014 and is expected to reach US$ 441.4 Mn through 2020. The North America natural food colours market is anticipated to register a considerable CAGR of 7.1% during the forecast period as compared to global natural food colours market at a CAGR of 6.8%.

Fast-moving consumer goods are the high volume, low priced items that are quickest to leave the supermarket shelves. They include durable and non-durable goods such as cosmetics, toiletries, detergents, batteries, plastic goods, paper products, etc. Packaging is vital to the FMCG market as it is an essential element for proper positioning of the product. Packaging allows effective communication between consumers and brand owners through graphics, colours, images, product information and logos. This serves as an important medium for communication and a tool for companies to distinguish product appearance from that of their rivals. In the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector, packaging plays a key role in affecting consumer choice and thus an important factor in point-of-purchase decisions. Nowadays, the marketing environment has become competitive and complex. This is due to inclusion of modern marketing tools such as packaging, branding and other aspects at a large scale as compared to basic marketing techniques.

Soluble corn fibres are healthy fibres that are used as ingredients in a large number of food items and beverages. It falls under the category of functional fibre or prebiotic ingredient. An emerging market for prebiotics translates into a potential market for soluble corn fibre ingredients. These are short-chain fatty acids stable with many food ingredients. With growth in processed foods industry, the demand for dietary fibres is increasing across the food industry. Soluble corn fibre can be easily incorporated in confectionery items, bakery products, sauces, cereal bars, chocolate bars, cold beverages and soups. These fibres are generally added in food or beverages to boost their fibre content without sacrificing taste or texture.

Fruit concentrates are primarily used in the beverages industry to manufacture fruit juices and nectars. Concentrates are also used as natural sweeteners and to produce natural food colours. Manufacturers use fruit concentrates in variety of food items so that customers perceive their products as natural. Fruit concentrates increase the nutrient level and reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease.

Substances which are used as a substitute in food for fats are known as fat replacers. Mainly used to reduce the calorie content in the food and yet provide with same taste and texture. Various types of fat replacers are carbohydrate based fat replacers, fat based fat replacers and protein based fat replacers. Fat replacers find its application in food and beverages industry.