European Chemical Industry News & Insights

Clariant's New DPP Pigment Facility at Hoechst

At a glance
  • A €13M facility is being built at Frankfurt-Hoechst.
  • The facility will produce red pigments based on Diketo pyrrolo-pyrrol (DPP).
  • Production is scheduled to start in 4Q 2004.

Investment and Location

Clariant is investing €13 million in a new production facility located at the Frankfurt-Hoechst complex. This strategic investment aims to enhance their manufacturing capabilities within the chemical industry.

Production Focus

The new facility will be dedicated to the production of red pigments based on Diketo pyrrolo-pyrrol (DPP). These pigments are known for their high performance and are widely used in various applications.

Timeline

The construction of the facility is progressing as planned, with production expected to commence in the fourth quarter of 2004. This timeline underscores Clariant's commitment to expanding its production capacity efficiently.