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The article offers news briefs related to Chinese chemical companies' financial performance for the first quarter of 2010. Zhejiang Wynca Chemical Industrial Group Ltd. posted 4.3 billion renminbi (RMB) worth of revenues. Nantong Jiangshan Agrochemical & Chemical Co. Ltd. generated 1984.29 million RMB revenue. Moreover, Lianhe Chemical Technology Co. Ltd. achieved 1973.45 million RMB revenue.

The article offers updates related to the net profit of various companies in the pesticide industry in China. The Zhejiang Wyna Chemical Industrial Group Co. Ltd. has reported a net profit which shows a potential decreased by 85.27% year-on-year (YOY) to 163 million renminbi. It notes the sales revenue reported by Hubei Sanonda Co. Ltd. reached a 985 million renminbi YOY. Further information on the net profit of another producers and manufacturers of pesticides is presented.

The article discusses performance of the petrochemical industry of China in 2012. It is informed that production value of RMB12.24 trillion has been achieved by petroleum and chemical firms in China in 2012. It is informed that in 2012, the domestic output of crude oil was 207 million tons and total output of fertilizer was 74.32 million tons.

The article reports that the trade for petroleum chemical industry in China (PetroChem) has increased by 32% in 2011, wherein 28.3% for exports and 34% for imports. It mentions that the petroleum and natural gas exploration have accounted for 34.4% of the 34.4% of the total trade for PetroChem, with the trade value of 208 dollars. Moreover, bilateral Petroleum trade with Iran raised to 28.64 billion dollars, up 68. 7% that with Russia reached 27.89 billion dollars, up 58.4%.

The article reports on the performance of China's petrochemical industry and the forecast for the industry in 2011 and 2012. It notes that the overall production of the petrochemical industry in China assumed a stable growth despite of the slowed economic growth in the country and its focus is more on the structural adjustment. It reveals that the work on reducing emissions and saving energy have also improved, along with the reduction of energy consumption per ton.

The article reports on the impact of the global financial crisis on the petrochemical industry in China. It notes that the industry faced a decline of petrochemical exports, financial stability, and frequent trade disputes since 2009. Moreover, it emphasizes that free trade is vital to the country's economic recovery.

An interview with Paul O'Prey, Head of sales and marketing of Chinese textile company Archroma Co. is presented. O'Prey mentions the non-core business within the public company to improve its executive of business strategy and renewed emphasizes on company growth. He states the significant role of the company's Advanced denim program which aims to develop technologies for quality color and material on denim products. He also shares the company's textile product sales in Asia.

The article reports on the plan of the government to boost seven strategic emerging industries to make them as important drivers of social and economic development in China. It highlights the government's National Development Plan for Strategic Emerging Industries, which was formally posted on July 23, 2012, designed to increase the gross domestic product (GDP) by 2015 to 2020 . However, the emerging industries face uncertainties particularly in terms of technology innovation and talent.

The article focuses on China Synthetic Resin Supply & Sale Association (CSRSSA) which was formed on June 28, 2012. As stated by the Director of China Petroleum & Chemical Industry Federation (CPCIF) Li Yongwu, its formation is important for domestic petrochemical industry's growth. The vice president of CPCIF Zhao Jungui stated that after U.S., world's largest consumer of synthetic resins is China.

The article reports on the statement of Zhang Xiaoqiang, deputy director of the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC), mentioning that China focuses to boost its foreign trade by 10% in 2012. He notes that NDRC projects more challenges in foreign trade in 2012, and the export condition will be difficult. He points out that the country will experience from weak external demand as the world's largest exporter.

The article reports on the move of PPG Industries Inc. to showcase its coating, transparency and sealant products during the Aviation Expo China held at the China National Convention Center in Beijing from September 21-24, 2011. Market segment management Pei Lu explains the reasons why they decided to invest in the country. It notes that the company's coating systems meet the requirements of major aircraft manufacturers. Further information about the company's other products is provided.

The article reports on the move of the municipal government in Dalian, China to order the Dalian Fujia Dahua Petrochemical Co Ltd to close its paraxylene (PX) plant and relocate outside the city. It states that the mayor of Dalian promised to move the PX plant after the residents insisted on relocating the factory. It also mentions that the petrochemical industry of Dalian has a poor safety record.

The article reports on the rise of petrochemical industry's production value by 25% in China in August 2010. According to the China Petroleum and Chemical Industry Federation (CPCIF), the sector experienced good performance from January to August 2010 attributed to production increase in production, stable market and active investment. Moreover, production value amounted to five trillion renminbi (RMB) in the said period, increasing by 36.5% year-on-year.

Information about the topics discussed at the 5th International Forum on Work Safety on September 2, 2010 in Beijing, China is presented.

The article evaluates the FILMTEC FR membranes from Dow Chemical Co.

The article reports on the growth of China's foreign trade in the first quarter of 2010. According to the report of the General Administration of Customs, exports grew by 28.7% to 316.17 U.S. dollars as well as imports by 64.6% to 301.68 billion dollars. Exports of electric and mechanical products rose by 31.5% to 189.08 billion U.S. dollars. Year on year, the use of foreign direct investment (FDI) also increase by 7.65%.

The article reports on the opening of the new dispersible powder and vinyl acetate ethylene dispersion plant owned by Wacker Corp. in Nanjing, China. It mentions that the plant can produce 30,000 tons of dispersible powder annually. It also reveals that first phase investment for the project is over 50 million euros. Additionally, it notes that the plant aims to secure long-term VINNAPAS® polymer-powder capacity.

The article reports on the performance of the foreign trade in China as of July 2009. According to the General Administration of Customs, the country's foreign trade declined 19.4% to 200.21 billion dollars. It states that exports and imports declined 23% and 14.9% year-on-year respectively. Moreover, the customs expects the country's foreign trade to recover from month to month during the year.

The article focuses on the trends in foreign trade for March 2009 in China. It states that the country's foreign trade fell 20.9% year-on-year to US$162.02 billion and imports declined 25.1% to US$71.73 billion. Trade surplus was up by 41.2% to US$18.56 billion compared with US$4.8 billion in February. The General Administration of Customs pointed out that the figures are indicative of foreign trade turning toward gains in late 2009.

The article reports on the plan of Bayer MaterialScience Inc. to provide materials for polyurethane coating on the National Stadium, also known as Bird's Nest, in Beijing, China. It is said that the raw material Desmodur N alip hatic polyurethane of Bayer would be used for topcoat on the Bird's Nest. It cites that Bayer materials are considered as the perfect solution for the Stadium's topcoat due to its long-term protection and high-performance.

The article reports on the plans of Akzo Nobel to strengthen its presence in coatings and chemical businesses in China. The company has a 250 million euro investment for a new chemicals multi-site in Ningbo. It has opened new coatings facilities in Suzhou, Langfang, Tianjin and Jiaxing, bringing the total number of plants to 22 and the number of employees to almost 5,000. The company acquired the ICI to focus on decorative coatings and packaging coatings worldwide

The article announces an inauguration hosted by Celanese Corp., a global hybrid chemical company, for its chemical complex in Nanjing, China. The company focuses on the production of acetic acid including vinyl acetate monomer, emulsions and thermoplastic chemicals. The new plant is said to the 10th emulsion facility in the Celanese global network.

The article reports that the General Administration of Customs of China has announced that the country's foreign trade continue to increase in August 2007. The author points out that the country's export value rose 22.7% to $111.36 billion while its import value grew 20.1% to $86.38 billion. She also noted that the country has exported 1.29 million tons of oil products and 300,000 tons of crude oil in August.

The article reports that China's General Administration of Customs has announced the financial performance of China's foreign trade in the first half of 2007. Reportedly, the import and export value of products had gained a year-on- year increase of about 23.3%. The total import and export value of products for June 2007 is projected to increase by 21.3%, where export value rose by 27.1% while import value rose by 14.2%. Furthermore, the total import and export value by general trade rose 28.7%.

The article reports that the import value of China in August 2006 has amounted to $71.97 billion, historically surpassing $70 billion. The author provides information the increases in China's export and import trading. Moreover, he gives details on the bilateral trading value between China and other countries like the European Union, U.S., and Japan.

The article reports on the educational program called Kids' Lab organized by BASF Corp. which was supported by the China Science and Technology Museum, Beijing, China in July 22 to 29 2006. This program aims to give the Chinese children the chance to explore the magic of chemistry and science. It is considered as the first interactive chemical laboratory for children in Europe.

A list of top 500 exporting and importing firms in China is presented. The number one company is SINOPEC International followed by China National Chemicals Import & Export Corp. (Sinochem), China National Offshore Oil Corp. (CNOOC), ZhuhaiZhenrong Co. Shenhua Group Co. Ltd and CITIC Group Co. Ltd.

The article presents information related to a report issued by the Customs General Administration on February 13th, 2006, which shows that the monthly accumulative foreign trade amount in January 2006 increased by 26.8% to US$120.49 billion. According to the report, in January 2006, European Union continued to be the largest trading companion of China with the total bilateral trade value of US$18.86 billion, rising 18.7%. The report finds that the export trade amount of plastic products reached US$1. 04 billion in the same period, an increase of 30%.

The article reports that the State Administration of Work Safety of China and the Dow Chemical Co. (Dow) have signed a Letter of Intent for a joint, national demonstration project on the safe management of hazardous chemicals. The 3-year project is aimed at fostering and promoting a better understanding and awareness among small and medium-sized enterprises. To support the project and as part of its on-going commitment to supporting sustainable development in China, Dow will contribute a total of RMB 6 million in the next three years.