SEKISUI Specialty Chemicals is pleased to announce the start-up of a major capacity expansion of its high-purity (99.5%) methyl acetate production unit in Tarragona, Spain. This expansion increases its capability to serve customers with differentiated methyl acetate products.

The new low-cost operating unit is already delivering high-quality product to customers and has the potential to be easily expanded to meet market needs. Manufacturers use high-purity methyl acetate in the formulation of pharmaceuticals, adhesives and fine chemicals.

SEKISUI Specialty Chemicals produces Selvol™ polyvinyl alcohol (PVA/PVOH). Selvol PVOH is a line of high-performance PVOH polymers and copolymers used in paper, adhesive, packaging, construction, personal care and many other specialty formulations.

About SEKISUI Specialty Chemicals

SEKISUI Specialty Chemicals is a subsidiary of the Sekisui Chemical Group, a multibillion-dollar company delivering a wide range of products and services to enrich people’s lives. The company comprises core businesses and technologies in housing, social infrastructure and chemical solutions.

For more information, call SEKISUI Specialty Chemicals headquarters at 972-277-2900 or contact its team online.

Learn more about Selvol E PVOH, high-purity grades exclusive to SEKISUI’s Tarragona location.