What do the prices of raw materials in Poland depend on?

The chemical industry is one of the most important sectors of the economy in Poland. Statistical data show that in 2017 it was at the forefront in terms of sales value and employment. It also consistently maintains a high position. For this reason, the current price list of raw materials is important for many industries. Which companies most often use the assortment of chemical wholesalers?

Are manufacturers guided when choosing chemical raw materials?

The current price list of chemical raw materials shapes the service policy of many companies. It translates directly into the purchase prices of semi-finished products, and indirectly into the price paid for the goods by the consumer. Manufacturers adopt various component selection strategies, focusing on:

• the highest quality;
• the lowest possible price;
• versatility and efficiency;
• the origin of the ingredients used (natural or synthetic).

It is usually impossible to reconcile all these guidelines. Each manufacturer must also decide for himself to whom he addresses his offer.

Who uses the assortment of chemical wholesalers?

Chemistry is present in almost every industry. On a large scale, it is impossible to effectively implement technological processes without the help of appropriate components. Who pays the most attention to the price of raw materials ?

Construction companies

Companies involved in the production of preparations and elements used in the construction industry use a wide range of raw materials. Among them, it is worth mentioning, among others:

• plasticizers (e.g. Rofluid M );
• impregnations;
• flame retardants (e.g. Roflam F6 ).

Plasticizers are used to maintain the appropriate plasticity of concrete and improve its performance properties. They allow the mixture to be transported over long distances without the risk of mass solidification.

Impregnations are used to protect the surface against moisture. They are mainly used in structures exposed to constant moisture, such as pavements, drainage channels, architectural concrete.

Flame retardants reduce the risk of raw material ignition and limit the spread of flame. They are a popular addition to insulation installed on the walls of the building. They are also enriched with paints used to paint walls in public buildings.

Manufacturers of plastic elements

The price list of raw materials is also of great importance for producers in the plastics industry. Companies producing plastic parts for the automotive industry use foam stabilizers, e.g. ROKOpol RF200 . They also use flame retardants for the production of household appliances (refrigerators, washing machines, cookers).

Industrial chemicals are also used by manufacturers of polyurethane masses. They are used e.g. for insulation of wires, cables and pipelines. They can be used for thermal insulation of devices operating at low or high temperatures. Typical preparations that will be used in the production of plastics are ROKOpol GS484 and ROKOpol M5000 .

Machine industry

The engineering industry uses various types of coolants, hydraulic fluids and lubricants that ensure safe operation of machines, minimize friction between components and reduce wear of individual components.

The use of preparations such as ROKOlub 50-B-150 or ROKOlub 50-B-46 allows you to maintain the precision of the work of individual machines and reduces the risk of failure, e.g. in hydraulic presses and stations for large-size cutting.

Manufacturers of cosmetics and detergents

Many chemical substances are also used by companies involved in the production of various types of cosmetics. In this case, the translation of the price list of raw materials into the amount of everyday expenses is best seen.

A particularly popular group of compounds are cosmetic raw materials. You will find them in almost every cosmetic. They are responsible for consistency and durability. Cosmetic raw materials can have very different properties, including:

• foam-forming or anti-foaming - increase or decrease the amount of foam after application of the cosmetic;
• stabilizing - fix the resulting foam;
• washing and washing - remove impurities;
• emulsifying or de-emulsifying - cause the connection or disconnection of individual phases;
• wetting agents – they facilitate the application of the cosmetic.

You can find surfactants in soaps, shower gels, shampoos, shaving foams and many other cosmetics that you use every day.

Typical surfactants are e.g. sodium laureth sulfate or cocamidopropyl betaine .

It is worth remembering that the prices of raw materials will vary depending on the selected group of cosmetic raw materials. Those that work in a gentle way and are made of natural ingredients - non-ionic and amphoteric - will be more expensive than anionic or cationic compounds.

When choosing surfactants, you should remember that these are substances that come into contact with the human body, so they can potentially affect its health. This is especially important when creating shampoos, liquid soaps and other detergents that children use.

It is worth knowing that the price list of raw materials is important not only for the industrial sector, but also for individual customers. More and more people decide to produce cosmetics, soaps or shampoos for their own use using the DIY method.

How to choose chemical raw materials?

When choosing chemical materials, it is worth analyzing their manufacturing process and application in a comprehensive way. The price list of raw materials is very important, but the finished product must also be safe and effective.

The key to success in any industry that is based on chemical raw materials is a skilful combination of both groups of products. If you have any questions about the use of individual raw materials from the Distripark offer, please contact us.