Silicon vs Silicone: Tariffs and Naturally Limited Resources

Silicon vs Silicone: Tariffs and Naturally Limited Resources The Market 2018 was the most difficult year so far for end users of silicones. The price of silicone fluid (polydimethylsiloxane) rose from about US$1 per pound to US$3.60 per pound, and the price of silicone rubber (hydroxy terminated silicones) rose from…