Patrick Wilhelm, vice president of inorganic specialties, said large governmental infrastructure projects are fueling the demand growth in construction while e-commerce is driving higher demand for packaging materials.

In construction applications, Levasil products provide durability to structures such as bridges and buildings. They are also used to create anti-slip surfaces in packaging applications, making stacking and handling of finished products easier and more efficient.

Nouryon has eight Levasil production plants around the world. It said expansions were ongoing in Sweden and Taiwan, but did not provide further details.

Author: Elaine Burridge, Freelance Journalist