Newsletter December 2025
Planning Ahead for Chinese New Year and Other Important Dates in 2026 China’s Chinese New Year runs from February 17–March 3, 2026, with most factories closed for 10–14 days. Now is the best time to plan ahead and get orders in early to ensure materials ship before the holiday period and avoid delays. Seasonal Shipping […]
Newsletter September 2025
Plan ahead for Q1 Pricing Now is the time to start looking ahead at raw material pricing for Q1 and the upcoming year. Securing supply early can help you lock in better value and avoid volatility later on. Raw Materials to Watch: Menthol: Harvests in July and October, making this the best time to […]
Newsletter June 2025
Plan Ahead Amid Policy Shifts and Market Volatility Ongoing policy shifts in the U.S. are contributing to global market uncertainty and supply chain instability. Now is a critical time to prioritize forward planning and build flexibility into your procurement strategies to stay ahead of potential disruptions through the remainder of 2025. At Netchem, we’re closely […]
Newsletter March 2025
NETCHEM NEWSLETTER Complete Chemical Confidence since 1991 What to expect this Spring? Tune into our latest insights as we leap into Q2. Ocean Freight & Transit Times The steady rates and transit times we observed in Q1 appear to be holding as we enter Q2. While stability is a positive sign, Netchem remains adaptable and […]
Newsletter December 2024
From Our Team to Yours, We Wish You a Very Happy Holiday Season and Prosperous New Year! CHINESE NEW YEAR: Closure Advisory 2025 is the year of the Snake! Please note that factories in China will be observing the holiday from January 29th-February 4th. Manufacturing facilities usually extend shutdowns for two weeks over these dates. […]
Newsletter September 2024
What to expect this Fall? Dive into Netchem’s Latest Insights in This Edition of Our Newsletter Order Planning: Chinese Golden Week Holiday As we move into the final months of the year, we’d like to remind our customers about the Chinese Golden Week Holiday from October 1st to 7th. Historically, this holiday often results in […]
Newsletter June 2024
What to Expect this Summer? Welcome to the summer edition of the Netchem Newsletter, where we dive into what to prepare for this season. Ocean Freight Steamship lines are planning additional General Rate Increases (GRIs) in June3. It looks like we might see a substantial GRI of around $1000 USD per container at the beginning […]
Newsletter March 2024
Join us at Netchem as we welcome Spring and the warmer weather! PLANNING FOR SUCCESS: Looking Ahead As we stride into the second quarter of the year, Netchem remains committed to providing exceptional service and strategic solutions to meet your business needs. With the hot days of summer that are approaching, we recommend ordering early […]
Freight Update January 2024
In welcoming 2024 Netchem Inc has observed fluctuations in pricing and accessibility concerning shipping containers. We are committed to keeping you informed and ensuring seamless business operations amid these dynamic market changes. The ongoing challenges stemming from the conflict in the Red Sea and Suez Canal crisis have had a significant impact to global freight […]
Newsletter December 2023
As the holiday season approaches, Netchem extends our warmest wishes from our team to yours! CHINESE NEW YEAR: Closure Advisory 2024 is the Year of the Dragon! Please note that factories in China will be observing the holiday from February 4, 2024, to February 17, 2024. During this period there will be a temporary closure […]