Carbon black

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Carbon black projects

chemXplore tracks 6 projects involving carbon black, of which 5 are active.

5 produce it and 1 uses it as feedstock.

1 Announced / Concept 4 Under Construction

4 new construction and 1 expansion.

Expected to start operating
2026
1 project
2027
1 project
2028
none
2029
none
2030
none
2031
none

1 of the active projects carry no start-up date yet.

Owners and developers: Antin Infrastructure Partners (1), Greenergy (1), Michelin (1), Orion Engineered Carbons S.A. (1)

Investors: Trafigura (1)

Contractors and licensors are recorded on 1 of these 5 projects For subscribers

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Latest news on carbon black

11 December 2025
UPM Unveils Bio-Based, NIR-Detectable, Carbon-Negative Pigment for Packaging

UPM's new pigment, derived from lignin, offers recyclability and a carbon-negative footprint, addressing black packaging's recycling challenges and supporting sustainable packaging solutions.

30 October 2025
Lummus and InnoVent Partner to Expand Tire Pyrolysis Technology

The partnership aims to globally license and deploy tire pyrolysis technology, converting waste tires into valuable products, enhancing sustainability and reducing environmental impact.

7 October 2025
Plastic Energy Unveils Low-Emission Rubber Recycling Innovation

TACFILLER, a sustainable carbon black alternative, cuts emissions by 89%, aiding the rubber industry in meeting environmental targets and reducing reliance on fossil fuels.

3 June 2025
Lummus Partners with InnoVent on Tire Pyrolysis Technology

The MoU aims to license and deploy tire pyrolysis technology globally, converting waste tires into valuable products and supporting sustainability.

6 March 2025
WACKER Adopts Biogenic Carbon for Silicon Production

A new contract enables the shift to biogenic carbon, reducing CO2 emissions and advancing climate-neutral silicon production at the Holla site.

3 November 2024
Bolder Industries Partners to Launch E.U. Facility for Sustainable Materials at Antwerp Port

The new facility will boost sustainable material production, processing 3M tires annually, with reduced CO2 and water use, supported by strategic partners for design and project management.

13 June 2024
Orion S.A. Adds Tire Pyrolysis Oil Tanks in Poland

The new tanks will store TPO for conversion into circular carbon black, aiding tire recycling and environmental efforts through partnerships focused on sustainability and innovation.

21 May 2024
Novo Holdings and A.P. Moller Holding Invest €150M in CIRCTEC's Tyre Pyrolysis Plant in the Netherlands

The €150M funding will build Europe's largest tyre pyrolysis recycling facility in Delfzijl, converting waste tyres into sustainable fuels and chemicals, reducing emissions and supporting circular economy.

21 May 2024
Circtec Begins Construction on Circular Factory in Delfzijl

The new factory will convert 200,000 tons of used tires into green chemicals, reducing CO2 emissions by 5% of the Dutch chemical sector and creating over 120 jobs. Expansion is planned for 2027-2028.

22 February 2024
Michelin, Antin, and Enviro to Build Tire Recycling Plant in Sweden

The plant in Uddevalla will use Enviro’s pyrolysis tech to recycle 35,000 tons of tires annually, creating 40 jobs. Multi-year contracts secured for tire supply and material upcycling. Operational by 2025.

Carbon black plants by country

chemXplore tracks 11 plants producing carbon black in 9 countries.

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The 4 with the most plants, of 9 countries.

Carbon black producers

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The 3 with the most plants, of 4 producers.

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