Styrene-α-methylstyrene copolymer news

All news on Styrene-α-methylstyrene copolymer (also known as CLEARTACK® and Benzene, ethenyl-, polymer with (1-methylethenyl)benzene): plants, production capacities, investments and involved companies.

5 October 2025

Cray Valley's Carling Site Renews ISCC PLUS Certification

In 2025, the Carling facility renewed its ISCC PLUS certification, enhancing its sustainable production of polybutadiene and tackifying resins using bio-feedstock from vegetable and used cooking oils.
9 September 2025

TotalEnergies' Cray Valley Supplies Sustainable Resins for Continental Tires

Cray Valley supplies ISCC Plus-certified resins from used cooking oil to Continental, enhancing tire sustainability and performance while reducing carbon footprint.
17 October 2019

INEOS Launches Recycl-IN Polymer Range

Recycl-IN polymers combine up to 50% recycled plastic with virgin polymers, maintaining performance for non-food applications. Available Q4 2019, with range expansion in 2020.
11 May 2017

Total Reopens Upgraded Carling Petrochemical Complex

The Carling complex in France has been transformed into a leading polymer production site, enhancing competitiveness and avoiding layoffs. New units cater to automotive and healthcare markets.
16 April 2015

Total's Refining Strategy: Upgrading Donges, Transforming La Mède

Investing €600M to upgrade Donges and transform La Mède into a biorefinery, ensuring long-term profitability and adapting to market trends without layoffs or forced relocations.

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