naphtha
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healthJapan Releases 50 Million Medical Gloves Amid Middle East Conflict Fallout
Japan is releasing 50 million medical gloves from its stockpile to address shortages faced by medical facilities, impacted by the Middle East war and resulting oil supply chain disruptions.
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financeJapan Economy Slips as War Disruption Hits Small Businesses
Japanese economic indicator drops amid rising bankruptcy rates in construction sector due to fuel costs and supply shortages.
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worldMiddle East tensions raise naphtha costs, affecting medical and everyday plastics
Disruptions in Middle East oil flows are increasing naphtha prices, a key ingredient in medical supplies and consumer plastics.
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techLG Chem to Shut Down No. 2 Ethylene Plant Amid Iran War-Driven Naphtha Surge
LG Chem will close its 800,000-ton-per-year ethylene plant in Yeosu, South Korea, citing soaring naphtha prices linked to the Iran war.