Diiron trioxide

EC 215-168-2

Also known as iron oxide (Fe2O3), ferric oxide, iron(III) oxide, Bayferrox Red 180M, COLORTHERM® RED 180 M, and Bayferrox.

Diiron trioxide projects

chemXplore tracks 5 projects involving diiron trioxide, of which one is active.

4 produce it and 1 uses it as feedstock.

1 FEED / Pre-FID

1 new construction.

Expected to start operating
2026
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2027
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2028
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2029
1 project
2030
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2031
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What moved recently
  • 4 September 2026 LANXESS Krefeld-Uerdingen Battery Materials Laboratory · Operational / Completed · Germany
  • 6 July 2026 RIFT Alpha One Iron Fuel Production Plant · FEED / Pre-FID · Belgium

Owners and developers: Evonik Industries AG (1), RIFT Development (1)

Investors: BOM (Brabantse Ontwikkelings Maatschappij) (1), Energietransitiefonds Rotterdam (1), European Innovation Fund (1), Invest-NL N.V. (1), Oost NL (1), PGGM (1)

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Latest news on diiron trioxide

4 September 2026
LANXESS opens Krefeld lab to test iron‑based LFP battery materials

New Krefeld laboratory tests iron oxide and iron phosphate directly in cells to speed assessment for LFP and sodium‑ion batteries and support Western value chains.

6 July 2026
RIFT's Alpha One enters FEED

Moves into Front-End Engineering Design to refine plant design, reduce technical and execution risks, and prepare an engineering package for a Final Investment Decision.

25 March 2026
LANXESS raises inorganic pigment prices up to 20%

Increase driven by higher energy, critical raw material and logistics costs amid geopolitical tensions; deemed necessary to secure long-term supply; customers will be contacted individually.

25 March 2026
RIFT secures EU Innovation Fund grant for Alpha One

Grant deal formalises funding for Alpha One, enabling engineering, contracting and FID prep. At Evonik Antwerp: 120,000 t/yr iron fuel → 244 GWh/yr low‑carbon heat; ~682 kt CO₂ avoided in 10 yr.

30 November 2020
LANXESS Boosts Black Pigment Output in Germany

Increased black pigment capacity meets rising construction demand. Unique Laux process ensures high tinting strength, color consistency, and sustainability. Future plans include reducing CO2 emissions.

29 October 2018
LANXESS Boosts Micronized Iron Oxide Red Pigment Production

Production at the Krefeld-Uerdingen site increased by 5,000 metric tons annually to meet rising demand for high-quality pigments in paints, coatings, and plastics, enhancing dispersion and color consistency.

24 June 2010
LANXESS Boosts Pigment Production

Investing EUR 20M to expand global capacities, LANXESS hit record monthly production in Germany. Their eco-friendly methods and compliance with strict regulations drive market share growth.

Diiron trioxide plants by country

chemXplore tracks 6 plants producing diiron trioxide in 5 countries.

plants

The 4 with the most plants, of 5 countries.

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