Chemours Reduces TiO2 Capacities with Plant Closures
The Chemours Co. recently announced it will close its Edge Moor manufacturing site located outside Wilmington, Del., which produces titanium dioxide (TiO2). In addition, the company will shut down a TiO2 line (line 3) at its Johnsonville plant in New Johnsonville, Tenn.
Together, these actions will reportedly eliminate roughly 150,000 metric tons of TiO2 capacity, while refocusing TiO2 production at four manufacturing sites. These changes intend to position Chemours to grow in the TiO2 industry by enhancing its production capabilities. In addition, they reportedly allow the company to continue to meet the needs of its customers around the globe.