In Cuba, the construction chemicals sector faces significant challenges due to high relative humidity and saline air from the Caribbean coast. The demand for a high-quality mortar bonding agent is critical to prevent delamination and cracks in heritage buildings and new infrastructure.
Local manufacturers often struggle with the volatility of raw material purity. The integration of vae powder has become essential for improving the flexibility of external insulation and finish systems (EIFS) used across Havana and Santiago de Cuba.
Currently, there is a strategic shift toward sustainable, high-efficiency polymers that can reduce the curing time of cementitious materials despite the oppressive tropical heat, making the adoption of advanced chemical additives a national priority for urban renewal.

