Acrylonitrile

EC 203-466-5

projects tracked
3
active
0
producing plants
31

Also known as vinyl cyanide, ACN, and 丙烯腈.

Acrylonitrile projects

chemXplore tracks 3 projects producing acrylonitrile.

Latest news on acrylonitrile

21 October 2026
Sinopec strengthens the ‘two wings’ of refining and chemicals for high-end upgrading

Pushes integrated regional bases, oil‑to‑chemicals/specialty conversions, smart factories and capacity rationalisation to secure feedstocks and high‑end materials for advanced manufacturing.

20 October 2026
Asahi Kasei’s Tongsuh Petrochemical secures Reasonable Assurance PCF verification for acrylonitrile

Independent audit confirmed the fiscal‑2025 product carbon footprint for acrylonitrile at the Ulsan plant, covering raw materials through production and exceeding limited‑assurance standards.

24 August 2026
Group refining and new‑materials units implement leadership conference

Units move to stabilise refining volumes, raise new‑materials output and upgrade product mix while pushing structural adjustment under the 'one base, two wings, three chains, four new' pattern.

23 June 2026
Zhenhai Refining and Chemical: 400,000 t/yr acrylonitrile unit achieves one-year stable operation

World's largest single-set 400,000 t/yr acrylonitrile unit runs continuously; energy and material use below design and water-reuse plus incineration-control measures reduce consumption.

23 December 2025
Toray Unveils Energy-Efficient Bioreactor Technology

New bioreactor tech cuts energy use by 80-90%, converts chemicals efficiently, and enhances safety. Customizable for diverse applications, it aims to lower costs and environmental impact.

10 December 2025
Toray Unveils Antistatic ABS Resin for Electronics

New ABS resin reduces static, minimizing damage in semiconductor manufacturing. Offers improved durability, appearance, and color flexibility. Samples available next fiscal year.

9 July 2025
AnQore and Dutch Government Advance CO₂ Reduction Efforts

A new facility aims to cut emissions by 70% by 2029. Government support accelerates the project, with a final decision pending regulatory and financial clarity.

24 June 2025
Borealis and AnQore Enhance Circularity in Acrylonitrile Chains

Borealis' Borvida™ B-propylene enables sustainable acrylonitrile production, reducing carbon footprint by up to 90% without performance loss, supporting a shift from fossil feedstocks.

4 June 2024
Trillium and INEOS Launch First Plant-Based Acrylonitrile Demo Plant

The plant will convert glycerol to acrylonitrile, reducing greenhouse gases. Operations start in 2025 at INEOS Green Lake, Texas, validating commercial-scale economics and carbon footprint.

30 April 2024
INEOS Nitriles Launches Bio-Based Acrylonitrile, Cutting Carbon Footprint by 90%

Bio-based acrylonitrile supports carbon fiber production, reducing carbon footprint. Used in aerospace, automotive, and water purification, it enhances sustainability across industries.

Acrylonitrile plants by country

chemXplore tracks 31 plants producing acrylonitrile in 12 countries.

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The 4 with the most plants, of 12 countries.

Acrylonitrile producers

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The 3 with the most plants, of 17 producers.

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