- Production of phthalate-free plasticizer 1,2-Cyclohexane dicarboxylic acid diisononyl ester starts in the second half of 2013.
- Annual production capacity is 40,000 metric tons.
- The production facility is located at Marl Chemical Park.
- Total investment in the project is in the double-digit million Euro range.
Production Launch
Evonik plans to launch a new generation of PVC plasticizers, including a phthalate-free variant. Production of the phthalate-free plasticizer 1,2-Cyclohexane dicarboxylic acid diisononyl ester is scheduled to begin in the second half of 2013, with an annual capacity of 40,000 metric tons. The production facilities are being constructed at the Marl Chemical Park, with a total investment in the double-digit million Euro range.
Future Developments
Evonik is committed to continuous research and development, aiming to introduce additional innovative products to their new generation of plasticizers. This includes plans for launching bio-based plasticizers in the future.
Applications
Evonik’s plasticizers are primarily used in the plastics industry, as well as in the automotive and construction sectors. The expansion of their product lines aims to provide customers with a broader range of sustainable plasticizer options to meet specific requirements.
