EC 204-699-5
Also known as sodium methoxide and SMO.
chemXplore tracks 5 projects producing sodium methylate, of which 4 are active.
2 new construction and 1 expansion.
Owners and developers: BASF SE (1), Envirocat Alkoxides GmbH (1), ICIG (1), Métaux Spéciaux (MSSA) (1), Vynova (1)
Investors: ICIG (1)
La Rochelle operating now; Lülsdorf due end‑2027. Supplies liquid and powder alkoxides, including sodium/potassium methylate and sodium ethylate.
Alkoxide production site in Chemiepark Lülsdorf, operations due end‑2027; sales org set up in 2026; producing liquid and powder sodium methylate, potassium methylate and sodium ethylate.
Production capacity doubles to 40,000 tonnes by 2026, using mercury-free processes. Expansion aligns with EU regulations and supports biodiesel, fine chemicals, and pharmaceuticals.
The new plant will produce sodium and potassium methylate and sodium ethylate, aiming for completion by autumn 2027, replacing mercury-based production.
The new plant will produce sodium and potassium methylate for biodiesel, pharma, and agriculture, enhancing site competitiveness and supporting market demand. Completion is expected in 2027.
The new plant will replace existing facilities due to regulatory closure by 2027, ensuring local supply for European biodiesel production.
The La Rochelle plant, operational since March 2013, is now producing mercury-free sodium methylate at full capacity for biodiesel and fine chemistry applications.
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