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Atradius expects global chemical production to grow by only about 0.6% in 2026, with continued geopolitical conflict potentially resulting in a 1.7% contraction. Procurement teams should prepare for tighter supply conditions, changing pricing dynamics and increased sourcing risks.

The 2026 Hormuz crisis became an unexpected test of Responsible Care principles across the chemical industry. This article explains why supplier behaviour during disruptions can provide procurement teams with valuable insight beyond traditional sustainability audits.

This week's specialty chemical intelligence highlights five procurement priorities, from supply chain resilience and helium planning to LABSA sourcing, biosurfactants, and regulatory readiness.

The first week of July marks the beginning of Rajasthan's guar planting season. Early planting progress and monsoon conditions will influence guar gum supply for both the food and oilfield industries during the 2026–27 marketing year.

Headline reports often describe the Strait of Hormuz as closed during periods of military escalation, but AIS vessel tracking frequently tells a different story. This analysis explains why chemical traders and procurement teams should rely on verified shipping movements instead of political rhetoric when managing logistics, sourcing and freight risk.

The biologics supply chain remained resilient through H1 2026 despite higher logistics costs. As heparin production stays concentrated and biologics demand grows, procurement teams should focus on diversification, quality assurance, and long-term supplier partnerships.
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