Carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) is an anionic, water-soluble polymer derived from cellulose that features unique properties of outstanding adherence, water absorption, and water retention. CMC is produced commercially in a two-stage process consisting of a mercerization stage followed by an etherification stage. It is commercially sold as sodium salt and scientifically...
Read MoreFoam glass, otherwise known as cellular glass is a lightweight, opaque glass material having a closed-cell structure. It is made in molds that are packed with crushed or granulated glass mixed with a chemical agent such as carbon or limestone. Foam glass is a novel gassy material and is a...
Read MoreBenzoates (sodium benzoate, potassium benzoate, calcium benzoate, magnesium benzoate, etc.) are salts of benzoic acid. As the most commonly used benzoate salts, sodium benzoate and potassium benzoate are best known as preservatives used in processed foods and beverages to extend shelf life. World consumption of benzoates is forecast to grow...
Read MoreInsect repellents are used to repel mosquitoes, ticks, flies, and other biting insects. Mosquitoes can transmit diseases such as Zika, Malaria, and West Nile virus. Ticks can transmit Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, and other diseases. For protection against mosquito bites, formulations containing DEET (N,N-diethyl-m-toluamide), icaridin (sold under the...
Read MoreAntennas are a very important component of communication systems. By definition, an antenna is a device used to transform an RF signal, traveling on a conductor, into an electromagnetic wave in free space. The global base station antenna market size was valued at $3,836.65 million in 2019 and is projected...
Read MoreHuperzine A is a substance purified from a plant called Chinese club moss. It is commonly used as a dietary supplement to improve memory and mental function in people with Alzheimer's disease, other types of dementia, age-related memory loss, and other conditions. According to Our Company, global huperzine A market...
Read More1,4-Diethylbenzene (PDEB, CAS 105-05-5) refers to a chemical compound with the formula C6H4(C2H5)2. It is widely used as a solvent in the Parex process for the production of paraxylene (p-xylene), which is a chemical essential to the process of manufacturing PET plastic bottles and polyester fiber. PDEB is also used...
Read MoreA gas chromatograph (GC) is a powerful analytical instrument sed in analytical chemistry for separating and analyzing compounds that can be vaporized without decomposition. The analysis performed by a gas chromatograph is called gas chromatography. Gas chromatography is used in a wide variety of applications including petroleum and petrochemical, oil...
Read MoreFaucet, or tap, is a type of valve that controls the release of liquids, mostly water in a regular home. Modern faucets vary in shape, size and the way they function. A recent improvement in faucets is automation and electrification. For instance, in some public toilets, users dont have to...
Read MoreA coordinate measuring machine (CMM) is a device that measures the geometry of physical objects. It typically uses probes to sense the position of a point in space, measuring it based on its distance from a three-dimensional reference position. CMM machine is also used to test and verify a part...
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