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Röhm Commissions Polymerization Plant for Plexiglas in Shanghai

Röhm expands its presence for MMA (Methyl Methacrylate) and PMMA (Polymethyl Methacrylate) production in Asia. China, as the world's largest market for these products, represents a prime opportunity for Röhm's specialized innovations. This development represents a pivotal point in the company's broader expansion efforts.

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Röhm Begins China PMMA Build

Germany’s Röhm has begun construction of a capacity expansion in China for its Plexiglas polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) molding compounds. A groundbreaking ceremony took place at the Shanghai site on Jul. 18 and the expanded plant is due to start operating by the second quarter of 2023.

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The State of the US Specialty Chemicals Industry
Reshaping Specialty Chemicals Manufacturing

The State of the US Specialty Chemicals Industry

SOCMA's Jenn Klein examines how specialty chemical manufacturers — the invisible backbone behind pharmaceuticals, electronics, agriculture, and energy — are navigating supply chain shifts, policy uncertainty, and constant change while remaining resilient, disciplined, and focused on execution.