Chloromethane news

All news on Chloromethane (also known as Methyl chloride): plants, production capacities, investments and involved companies.

14 January 2026

Nobian Joins EU Critical Chemicals Alliance, Attends First Assembly

The Alliance aims to boost EU chemical industry competitiveness, resilience, and sustainability, addressing trade challenges and mapping critical sites and molecules.
16 September 2025

INEOS Inovyn Mothballs Tavaux Chloromethane Facility

Due to weak demand and high costs, production shifts to Rosignano, Italy, to minimize customer impact.
5 April 2019

Nouryon Expands Chloromethanes Capacity in Germany

Construction starts in May to boost chloromethanes capacity in Frankfurt, with completion in 2020. The project will increase methyl chloride production by over 30% and enhance supply reliability.
4 July 2018

AkzoNobel to Expand Chloromethanes Capacity in Frankfurt

Design work has begun for a second expansion to increase chloromethanes capacity by 50% over five years, enhancing supply reliability and energy efficiency for pharmaceutical and other industries.
16 October 2017

AkzoNobel to Expand Chloromethanes Capacity

The expansion in Germany aims to meet growing demand in pharmaceuticals and electronics, improve productivity, and enhance supply chain benefits for customers.
6 May 2014

AkzoNobel Opens Energy-Efficient Chlorine Plant in Germany

The new plant in Frankfurt boosts chlorine capacity by 50%, cuts ecological footprint by 20%, and reduces energy use by 30% per ton. It supports sustainability and strengthens market position.

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1 February 2011

AkzoNobel Invests EUR 140M to Upgrade Chlorine Production

The upgrade to membrane electrolysis tech will boost capacity by 50%, cut eco-footprint by 30%, and meet strong demand. The new plant will start in Q4 2013, increasing annual chlorine output to 250 kilotons.