Braskem starts commercial polypropylene production at new line in La Porte, Texas

Braskem started commercial production at its new polypropylene production line in La Porte, Texas, with annual capacity over 450 kta. The $750 million investment created 50 permanent jobs and employed 1,300 during construction.

“Braskem, the largest producer of thermoplastic resins in the Americas and the world's leading producer of biopolymers, announces the successful startup of its newest polypropylene (PP) production line, which adopts the highest standards of operational excellence, located in La Porte, Texas.”braskem.com.br

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