American chemical industry news

27 March 2025
IFF and Kemira Launch Joint Venture for Biobased Materials Production
Alpha Bio will invest €130M to produce 44,000 MT of biopolymers by 2027, using IFF's DEB technology in Finland, creating 30 jobs and offering sustainable alternatives to fossil-based products.
1 May 2021
2020 Tronox Pigment Operations Report
The report details TiO2 production facilities, capacities, and processes across various global locations, highlighting adequate provision for plant and equipment maintenance.
22 January 2015
BASF to Expand Global PVP Production
Investing €56M, BASF will boost PVP production by 6,000 metric tons across plants in Germany, USA, and China, targeting pharmaceutical, cosmetic, detergent, and food sectors.
30 May 2013
Myriant and ThyssenKrupp Uhde Scale Bio-Succinic Acid Production
The alliance has successfully scaled bio-succinic acid production in Leuna, meeting commercial yield and quality targets, and securing process guarantees for future plants.
21 March 2013
Huntsman Invests $135M in US and European MDI Plants
$135M investment to boost MDI capacity in Geismar, USA by 50ktes and upgrade Rotterdam, Netherlands site. New facilities to enhance production and flexibility, leveraging US shale gas benefits.
22 March 2012
FRX Polymers to Build First Commercial Plant at Bayer Antwerp Site
FRX will break ground in August 2012 and commission the plant by Q4 2013. The site offers key raw materials, skilled workforce, and logistics. FRX holds 20 patents and operates pilot plants in MA and Switzerland.

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