Fumed Silica

EC 231-545-4

projects tracked
12
active
2
producing plants
13

Also known as pyrogenic silica, silicon dioxide, silica, AEROSIL®, and CAB-O-SIL.

Fumed Silica projects

chemXplore tracks 12 projects involving fumed silica, of which 2 are active.

11 produce it and 1 uses it as feedstock.

  1. none Announced / Concept
  2. none FEED / Pre-FID
  3. none FID / Sanctioned
  4. 2 projects Under Construction
  5. none Commissioning & Start-up

Of the active ones, 1 expansion and 1 revamp / retrofit.

Latest news on fumed silica

6 November 2026
European Court of Justice upholds STOT RE 2 classification for silanamine in Evonik case

Confirms read‑across is acceptable in CLH procedures, allowing hazard assessments using data from comparable particulate substances and clarifying particle‑size treatment.

4 November 2026
Solvay Q3 2026 earnings fall amid Middle East disruption

A Viridis feedstock deal strengthens rare earths supply plans as the group maintains its cost-saving programme and lowers its full-year outlook.

20 October 2026
Eastman launches Esmeri SK1N10 biodegradable micropowder for skin and SPF boost

Readily biodegradable, non-nano cellulose ester micropowder that gives soft-focus blur, quick dry-down and UV-scattering SPF boost for skin care and sunscreens.

7 October 2026
Momentive starts local manufacture of NXT™ P97 Silane in Chennai

Chennai plant will produce NXT™ P97 silane for IMEA and Asia‑Pacific, improving supply and access to a 79% renewable‑carbon silane for silica‑reinforced tire treads.

27 August 2026
Mitsubishi Chemical launches M‑Filleris™ NTE negative thermal expansion filler

Negative thermal expansion filler that contracts when heated to cut semiconductor package warpage; pilot sales by end FY2026, mass production in H2 FY2027.

16 June 2026
Evonik launches ISCC Plus‑certified ULTRASIL® eCO from Adapazarı site

Circular precipitated silica from ISCC Plus‑certified feedstock for tire and rubber applications; mass-balance verified and now commercially produced in EMEA.

20 May 2026
BASF to sell silicates business and Düsseldorf assets to PQ

Silicates business and Düsseldorf assets to be sold; closing expected H2 2026. Buyer will keep operations, ensure continuity and grow the business; financial terms undisclosed.

13 April 2026
Nouryon expands China production of Levasil colloidal silica for catalysts and coatings

Guangzhou capacity boost shortens lead times for APAC manufacturers, supporting emissions catalysts, electrical-steel and cookware coatings; follows Shanghai innovation center with Levasil lab

24 February 2026
QEMETICA and Łukasiewicz Partner for Chemical Innovation

The partnership focuses on developing advanced materials, energy-efficient solutions, and dual-use technologies for industrial transformation and sustainability.

28 January 2026
Solvay Opens Europe's First Bio-Circular Silica Plant in Italy

The facility uses rice husk ash to cut CO₂ emissions by 35%, aiding tire makers in meeting EU sustainability goals and advancing circular economy principles.

Fumed Silica plants by country

chemXplore tracks 13 plants producing fumed silica in 9 countries.

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The 4 with the most plants, of 9 countries.

Fumed Silica producers

plants

The 3 with the most plants, of 10 producers.

Plants using fumed silica, by country

chemXplore tracks 1 plant using fumed silica as feedstock in 1 country.

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