Xylene news

All news on Xylene (also known as Dimethylbenzene and Methyltoluene): plants, production capacities, investments and involved companies.

21 April 2026

China Petrochemical’s next-generation green intelligent aromatics technology achieves international leading status

New aromatics tech validated: p-xylene adsorbent, ethylbenzene‑conversion isomerization catalyst, SMB single‑tower separation, intelligent control; 25 patents; +50% low‑temp heat reuse, −27% energy/unit
1 April 2026

BlueAlp chosen as tech partner for BioBTX circular-aromatics plant

Licensed pyrolysis modules will convert hard-to-recycle plastics into circular BTX aromatics. Plant capacity ~20 kta; modules built now, shipping to site from Dec 2026.
9 January 2026

Zeopore and BioBTX Boost Circular Aromatics Yield from Waste Plastics

A new catalyst and pyrolysis process doubles BTX yields from waste plastics and biomass, enhancing sustainable chemical recycling.
3 June 2024

Covestro Invests in BioBTX for Innovative Recycling Technology

Covestro's investment supports a demonstration plant in the Netherlands to produce chemicals from plastic waste, advancing circular economy goals and enhancing chemical recycling technology.

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