Arkema starts up a new acrylic acid reactor in the US
Arkema has brought on stream, and on schedule, a new acrylic acid reactor with a capacity of 90,000-ton per year at its Clear Lake, Texas site.
The new reactor replaces two decommissioned reactors of 45,000 tons each. The investment in the new acrylic acid reactor at the Clear Lake site amounts to approximately EUR 80.7 million.
This new capacity will enable the Group to support the growth of its North American customers in markets such as superabsorbents, paints and coatings, adhesives, and polymers for water treatment and enhanced oil and gas recovery.
About Arkema
A global manufacturer in specialty chemicals and advanced materials, with three business segments – high performance materials, industrial specialties, and coating solutions –, the group reports annual sales of 8.8 billion euros. With 20,000 employees Arkema operates in 55 countries. The company runs 136 production plants, of which 60 are located in Europe, 38 in North America and 38 in Asia and the rest of the world.
