DuPont Expands FilmTec™ Manufacturing in China with Sinochem Acquisition
- DuPont signed an agreement to acquire Sinochem (Ningbo) RO Memtech Co., Ltd.
- The acquisition aims to expand DuPont's reverse osmosis manufacturing in China and Asia Pacific.
- The transaction is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2025.
- Production facilities will be located in Zhejiang Province, China.
Acquisition Overview
DuPont has signed an agreement to acquire Sinochem (Ningbo) RO Memtech Co., Ltd. This move aims to expand DuPont's reverse osmosis (RO) manufacturing capabilities in China and the Asia Pacific region.
Strategic Goals
The acquisition aligns with DuPont's strategy to enhance its global manufacturing footprint for FilmTec™ RO elements. By localizing production, DuPont aims to better serve the increasing demand in China and the Asia Pacific region, reduce lead times, and improve supply chain efficiency.
Timeline and Location
The transaction is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2025. The new production facilities will be located in Zhejiang Province, China, marking DuPont's third RO manufacturing site alongside existing facilities in the USA and Saudi Arabia.
Technology and Applications
Reverse osmosis technology is used for demineralizing brackish water and desalinating seawater, applicable in industrial and municipal water treatment, power generation, and more. DuPont's technologies are already purifying over 50 million gallons of water per minute globally.
Source: DuPont