The US magnesium powder demand experienced a mixed landscape in February, influenced by seasonal trends and comfortable inventories. Steady imports from Germany, India, and Israel effectively met contractual call-offs, while distributors reported timely replacements from exporters, minimizing delays. Domestic consumption varied, primarily driven by routine calls from aluminium grain refiners and defence procurement. However, a seasonal slowdown in commercial fireworks manufacturing limited additional purchasing activity. Demand across end-use sectors showed disparities; while the aluminium/alloy blending market remained stable, weak interest in pyrotechnics and fireworks provided little momentum. Additive-manufacturing workshops maintained steady consumption which was supported by ongoing defence contracts. Looking ahead to March, ongoing geopolitical unrest in the Middle East may pose logistical challenges. Seasonal restocking for spring livestock feed programs could drive procurement, though any disruptions in logistics or supply chains remain a concern. Overall, market participants should stay informed on evolving conditions that could impact the magnesium powder landscape in the months ahead.
Selenis has effectively manufactured recycled PET chips using terephthalic acid sourced from Circ®, a textile-to-textile recycler based in Virginia. The chip production took place through a series of batches at Selenis' pilot plant in San-Giorgio, Italy. By utilizing inputs recovered from polycotton textile waste, Selenis has created high-quality PET chip, which has been further processed into DTY yarn. This yarn will play a crucial role in product development as Circ prepares for additional capsule launches. Selenis is leveraging the success of this initial collaboration phase and is committed to advancing towards an offtake partnership to support Circ's inaugural industrial facility.
Eduardo Santos, Head of Corporate Strategy at Selenis, remarked that the monomer synthesis showed a performance comparable to virgin terephthalic acid. He expressed optimism about the consistent quality of Circ's monomer output and anticipated future commercial success. Santos pointed out that the Circ partnership complements Selenis's existing mission and goals for a more sustainable textile industry. He further stated their anticipation of expanding upon this collaboration and providing support for Circ's forthcoming commercial production trials.
