- Arkema plans a 20% capacity expansion at its Changshu Kynar® PVDF site, starting in 2028.
- The expansion supports demand in EV batteries, coatings, and other key markets.
- Arkema's global R&D centers, including Changshu, drive innovation in PVDF applications.
- Arkema also increases PVDF capacity in Calvert City, Kentucky, operational by Q2 2026.
Expansion Plans
Arkema is set to expand its Kynar® PVDF production capacity by 20% at its Changshu site in China, with operations expected to commence in 2028. This move aligns with the growing demand for Kynar® PVDF in the Asia-Pacific region and beyond.
Market Demand
The additional capacity will cater to the increasing demand across various sectors, including lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles and energy storage systems, high-performance coatings, chemical processing, semiconductor manufacturing, water filtration, and wire and cable industries.
Global R&D Support
Arkema's global R&D ecosystem, which includes centers in China, France, Japan, South Korea, and the United States, supports this expansion. These centers facilitate collaboration with customers and accelerate the development of high-performance solutions for energy transition and advanced manufacturing.
Global Production
Arkema is a leading global producer of PVDF, with the Changshu platform being its largest manufacturing site. The company also produces PVDF in Calvert City, Kentucky, where a new capacity increase is set to start in the second quarter of 2026, and at its Pierre-Benite site in France.
