Cyclopentanone news

All news on Cyclopentanone (also known as CPon): plants, production capacities, investments and involved companies.

29 August 2024

BASF to Close Adipic Acid, CDon, and CPon Plants at Ludwigshafen

Approximately 180 employees will be affected. The company will support them in finding new roles. Production will continue in South Korea and France.
1 December 2009

BASF Opens New Intermediates Plant in Ludwigshafen

The new plant produces cyclopentanone and cyclododecanone, creating 48 jobs. It uses nitrous oxide for oxidation, enhancing cost-efficiency and sustainability.

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