New Mercury-Free Sodium Methylate Plant Opens in La Rochelle
Key highlights
- The La Rochelle plant started operations in March 2013.
- It produces mercury-free sodium methylate.
- The plant operates at full capacity.
- The product is used for biodiesel and fine chemistry applications.
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Environcat SMO production · France
Operational / Completed
2012-06
2013-03
Plant Operations
The La Rochelle plant commenced operations in March 2013. It has been producing mercury-free sodium methylate for several months, reaching full production capacity.
Production Focus
The primary output of the plant is mercury-free sodium methylate. This chemical is essential for biodiesel production and various fine chemistry applications.
