The market for stearic acid has been segmented into type, end use, distribution channel and region. Among types, vegetable-based segment is anticipated to lead global stearic acid market. Based on application, the market is categorized into Soaps & Detergents, Personal Care, Textiles, Lubricants, Rubber Processing and Others (Pharmaceutical, Automotive, Plastics, etc.). Soaps & Detergent segment holds the maximum share in the global stearic acid market backed by rising preference for naturally p
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The automotive industry is accelerating toward the electric vehicle adoption, drawing a large section of investments for electric powertrain and its components. The key component, which has attracted most of research and development in electric vehicle industry, is the battery technology. Battery weight and energy density are major factors, which drive the design criteria and manufacturing cost of electric vehicles. Batteries have evolved from lead-acid batteries in the early models of electric