Chemical Engineering · Chemistry · Materials Science
| ISSN | 14777606, 14782413 |
|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Publisher | RAPRA Technology Ltd. |
| Subject Areas | Chemical Engineering · Chemistry · Materials Science |
| Publication Type | Journals |
| Active Years | 1997-1998, 2002-ongoing |
| Competitiveness | 1. (0-20) Least Competitive |
| Publication Time | 3. Fair (3-6 months) |
| Website | Visit journal |
| JIF 2022–2023 | 1.100 |
| 2019-2020 SCR Rank | 10910 |
| 2020-2021 SCR Rank | 10459 |
The journal aims to bridge the gap between research and development and the practical and commercial applications of polymers in a wide range of uses. Current developments and likely future trends are reviewed across key areas of the polymer industry, together with existing and potential opportunities for the innovative use of plastic and rubber products. The challenges facing the industry, such as environmental and legislative pressures, stricter quality requirements and the need for recycling, are also included. The journal focuses on: - The end-use sector & applications - Additives and their effects on the environment - Properties and performance of specific materials - Overviews of the current position of emerging materials and processes
| Year | 2-Year IF | 3-Year IF | 4-Year IF |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1.808 | 2.261 | 2.074 |
| 2022 | 2.837 | 2.673 | 2.478 |
| 2021 | 2.172 | 2.140 | 1.883 |
| 2020 | 1.115 | 1.070 | 1.500 |
| 2019 | 0.806 | 1.063 | 1.033 |
| 2018 | 0.735 | 0.851 | 0.825 |
| 2017 | 0.467 | 0.413 | 0.413 |
| 2016 | 0.379 | 0.283 | 0.317 |
| 2015 | 0.364 | 0.362 | 0.344 |
| 2014 | 0.484 | — | — |
| 2013 | 0.429 | — | — |
| 2012 | 0.556 | — | — |
| 2011 | 0.214 | — | — |
| 2010 | 0.182 | — | — |
| 2009 | 0.200 | — | — |
| 2008 | 0.400 | — | — |
| 2007 | 0.595 | — | — |
| 2006 | 0.581 | — | — |
| 2005 | 0.195 | — | — |
| 2004 | 0.176 | — | — |
Note: impact factor data for reference only.
SJR measures scientific influence, weighting citations by the prestige of the citing journal.
| Year | SJR Score |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 0.381 |
| 2022 | 0.388 |
| 2021 | 0.369 |
| 2020 | 0.240 |
| 2019 | 0.255 |
| 2018 | 0.200 |
| 2017 | 0.170 |
| 2016 | 0.131 |
| 2015 | 0.185 |
The H-Index measures both the productivity and citation impact of a journal's publications.
| Year | H-Index |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 23.000 |
| 2022 | 18.000 |
| 2021 | 15.000 |
| 2020 | 13.000 |
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