Arkema Announces Expansion of Kynar PVDF Production Capacity in China

Arkema S.A. ARKAY has announced a 20% expansion of its Kynar PVDF production capacity at its Changshu site in China, reinforcing its commitment to meet the highest operating standards through continuous improvement in its manufacturing excellence.

The new unit is scheduled to start up in 2028 to support demand growth across key sectors such as electric vehicles (EVs), energy storage systems (ESS), high-performance coatings, semiconductor manufacturing, chemical processing industries and water filtration.

Investment in the expansion of Kynar PVDF is critical to match the accelerating demand across the Asia-Pacific region and beyond. It reflects Arkema’s strategy to increase the product’s footprint, strengthen the supply chain and enhance responsiveness by closely collaborating with customers.

The project is backed by the company’s global R&D capabilities, including centers in China, France, Japan, South Korea and the United States, which drive innovation in PVDF advanced applications and technologies. The expansion adds to its previously announced capacity increase in Calvert City, KY and the Pierre-Benite site in France, positioning Arkema as a global leader in PVDF production.

ARKAY’s stock has lost 31% over the past year compared with the industry’s 6.4% decline.

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