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Nanoclays are layered mineral silicates that are divided into various classes depending on their chemical composition and morphology. Commonly used commercial nanoclays include montmorillonite, bentonite, kaolinite, hectorite, and halloysite. Nanoclays are employed in the reinforcement of liquid silicone rubbers, fibers, polymer films, hybrid phenolic friction composites, and non-woven and other composite materials in polymer nanocomposites.

Nanocellulose is a cellulose derived product that offers higher structural, mechanical, and rheological properties compared to its counterparts. Its unique properties include low gas permeability, high tensile strength, biodegradability, rheological modification, and high water vapor transmission rate. Nanocellulose is employed in numerous end-user industries such as composites, paper processing, food & beverages, paints & coatings, and oil & gas. North America and Europe are the leading regions in terms of demand for nanocellulose. These regions are expected to maintain their leading positions during the forecast period.

Asphalt additives are substances added to asphalt to modify characteristic properties of asphalt binder. Primary reason for adding additives to asphalt is to increase the functional temperature range of asphalt. Viscosity of asphalt decreases at high temperature and increases drastically at low temperature. This hinders the usage of asphalt in roads, pavements, airfields, and parking lots made of asphalt. Usage of additives helps overcome this shortcoming. Additives are also used to enhance the binding property of asphalt by strengthening the asphalt aggregate bond. Furthermore, additives improve the film thickness of asphalt, thus preventing cracking, raveling, and deformation. This, in turn, reduces maintenance cost of asphalt-constructed structures. There are different types of asphalt additives. However, varieties that are primarily used include asphalt rubber, polymers, and chemical modifiers. Fibers and fillers are also used as additives in asphalt.

Manganese carbonate is a water-insoluble source of manganese that can be converted into other manganese compounds such as manganese oxide by calcination. Manganese carbonate occurs naturally as mineral rhodochrosite. It is available in variety of colors such as pink, red, grey, yellow, and brown. In terms of demand, agrochemicals accounts for major share of the global manganese carbonate market. Additionally, manganese carbonate can be used in other value-added applications such as glaze colorants. It can also be employed as a chemical intermediate for synthesis of other chemical compounds. Furthermore, manganese carbonate can be used as a hematinic in the medical industry and as supplement in the food industry.

This report analyzes and forecasts the polyglycolic acid market on the global and regional level. The study provides historic data of 2014 along with forecast between 2015 and 2023 based on volume and revenue. The market in North America and Europe has been forecast in terms of volume (tons) and revenue (US$ Mn). All other regions have been forecast in terms of kilo grams (volume) and US$ thousand (revenue).

The report analyzes and forecasts the laser material market on the global and regional level. The study provides historical data of 2014 along with forecast from 2015 to 2023 based on volume (Kilo Tons) and revenue (US$ Mn). The study includes drivers and restraints for the laser material market along with their impact on demand during the forecast period. The report also analyzes opportunities in the laser material market on the global and regional level. Drivers, restraints, and opportunities mentioned in the report are justified through quantitative and qualitative data. These have been verified through primary and secondary resources.

Medium molecular weight polyisobutylene is used to adjust properties such as flexibility, elongation, cohesive strength, and gas barrier performance of a product. They have an average molecular weight, Mw, of from 40,000 to 120,000 g/mol. Medium molecular weight polyisobutylene is primarily used in the manufacture of adhesives, sealants, chewing gums, and lubricants, among others.

This report analyzes and forecasts the personal care ingredients market on the global and regional level. The study provides historic data of 2014 along with forecast from 2015 to 2023 based on volume (kilo tons) and revenue (US$ Mn).

Lignosulfonates are the most commercial source of lignin that are available at a low cost. These are anionic polymers that are typically soluble in water and obtained as a byproduct during the sulfite process of paper pulping. Low cost and eco-friendly nature of lignosulfonates have increased popularity of lignosulfonates in numerous applications. Lignosulfonates are commercially available in various product forms such as calcium lignosulfonate, sodium lignosulfonate, and magnesium lignosulfonate. These are employed in applications such as oil well additives, concrete admixture, animal feed binder, dust control, and others (tiles & bricks, etc.). Growth in construction and animal feed industries is likely to drive demand for lignosulfonates during the forecast period. However, availability of various application-specific substitutes is projected to hinder growth of the market in the next eight years. In spite of this, high demand for lignosulfonates in oil well additives from countries in the Middle East is anticipated offer immense opportunities to lignosulfonate manufacturers during the forecast period.

Surfactants is an organic compound that constitutes both lyophilic (solvent-loving) group and lyophobic (solvent-fearing) group in the molecule. Thus, the existence of polar and non-polar group forms an aggregate called 'Micelles' in an aqueous solution. Surfactants are extensively used in several applications such as household detergents, personal care, industrial & institutional care, food processing, oilfield chemicals, textile & leather, and others. Commercially, surfactants are derived from petrochemical and oleochemical sources. Coconut oil, palm oil, and plant carbohydrates such as sorbitol, sucrose, and glucose are some of the key raw materials derived from bio-based sources that are used in the manufacture of surfactants.