Arkema to Build New Bio-Based Polyamide 11 Powders Plant in China
The new facility will support demand in Asia for advanced bio-circular materials.
In parallel with its project to increase global capacity of bio-based polyamide 11 by 50% in Singapore, Arkema has announced the construction of a polyamide 11 powders plant on its Changshu platform in China. Scheduled to come on stream in the first quarter of 2023, this investment will further support the growing demand for advanced bio-circular materials in Asia.
Arkema reports that its Rilsan® polyamide 11 powders, currently produced in France from renewable castor beans, are recognized for their properties and performance in terms of toughness, durability, lightweight, and processing versatility. They are used in demanding applications and provide solutions for fast-growing markets driven by megatrends such as durable home appliances, energy-efficient transport, and advanced additive manufacturing (3D printing) primarily for consumer, industrial, and aerospace markets.