- Hexion plans to expand ECH production at its Pernis site.
- The expansion will add 25,000 metric tons of annual capacity.
- The project will use biobased renewable feedstocks.
- Production start-up is anticipated in late 2024.
Expansion Plans
Hexion Inc. has announced plans to expand its epichlorohydrin (ECH) production at the Pernis manufacturing site in the Netherlands. This expansion is part of the company's broader investment strategy within its Coating and Composites business unit.
Increased Capacity
The planned expansion will add 25,000 metric tons of annual ECH production capacity. This increase aims to meet growing customer demand and align with long-term sustainability trends in the industry.
Sustainable Technologies
The project will leverage biobased renewable feedstocks through glycerin-to-epichlorohydrin (GTE) production technology. This approach is expected to reduce the overall energy intensity of ECH production at the Pernis site.
Timeline
The expansion is scheduled to take place over the next three years, with production start-up anticipated in late 2024.
