Acetic acid news

All news on Acetic acid (also known as Ethanoic acid and Vinegar acid): plants, production capacities, investments and involved companies.

20 November 2025

Clariant Wins Two Awards at Gulf Energy Information Excellence 2025

Clariant's HySat and EDHOX technologies win awards for innovation and sustainability in catalyst and petrochemical processes at the 2025 Gulf Energy Information Excellence Awards.
7 October 2025

INEOS Cuts 60 Jobs in Hull Due to Energy Costs and Chinese Imports

High energy costs and cheap Chinese imports threaten UK chemical jobs. INEOS urges tariffs to protect industry and warns of further closures without government action.
29 June 2025

INEOS Faces £23M Penalty Despite 75% Emission Cuts

A UK site risks reclassification, losing carbon credits, despite cutting emissions. This may push industry offshore, challenging UK's clean investment credibility.
30 April 2024

CABB Pratteln: Acetyl Chloride Leak Causes Odor

A chemical leak caused an odor, prompting residents to stay indoors. No injuries or contamination occurred. The cause is under investigation, and safety protocols were effective.
8 June 2023

AFYREN NEOXY Plant Advances Production in France

The plant completed construction, began production, and delivered initial biobased acid lots. It aims for full capacity by 2023, targeting 16,000 tons annually and €35M in sales.
12 February 2019

AFYREN secures €60M for industrial development

The financing will fund the first plant's design and development, advancing bio-based acid production technology for markets like cosmetics, nutrition, and fine chemicals.

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