At a glance
- The plant started operation in 1991 under BASF license.
- Annual production capacity: 22,000 metric tons of Phthalic anhydride and 700 metric tons of Maleic anhydride.
- The production site covers 111,864 sqm.
- Main markets include Turkey, Romania, Bulgaria, Germany, Italy, Greece, and Ukraine.
Location and Ownership
The plant is located in Ruse, Bulgaria, near the northern border and 71 km from Bucharest, Romania. It is part of the POLICOLOR Group, with Whitebeam Holdings Limited as the main shareholder.
Production Capacity
The facility, operating since 1991 under a BASF license, has an annual production capacity of 22,000 metric tons of Phthalic anhydride and 700 metric tons of Maleic anhydride.
Facilities and Processes
The site spans 111,864 sqm and includes installations for crystallization and packaging of Phthalic anhydride, production of chemically demineralized water, and incineration of liquid and solid waste, ensuring wasteless production.
Market Distribution
The produced anhydrides are primarily sold in Turkey, Romania, Bulgaria, Germany, Italy, Greece, and Ukraine.