According to the consulting firm Kusumgar, Nerlfi & Growney, worldwide consumption of five leading additives for coatings and inks was 1.4 million pounds worth 3.1 billion in 2008. Coatings took some 80% of the value and inks the remainder. In the recent past, growth registered a five to six percent annual rate of increase with the emerging economies in Asia leading the way. In 2009, minimal worldwide growth is expected; recovery is expected thereafter.
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