# Hexion plans epichlorohydrin capacity expansion at Pernis site

Hexion Inc. announced plans to expand epichlorohydrin (ECH) production at its Pernis, Netherlands site, adding 25,000 metric tons of annual capacity using bio-based renewable feedstocks. Production start-up is anticipated in late 2024.

- Type: Expansion
- Announced: 2021-12-30
- Where: Pernis, Netherlands
- Starts operating: Q4 2024
- Status: announced
- Capacity: 25,000 metric tons per year
- Products: epichlorohydrin (ECH)
- Sectors: [Specialty Chemicals](https://endata.com/sectors/specialty-chemicals.md)

## Companies

- [Hexion](https://endata.com/companies/22326.md)

## Sources

- [pcimag.com](https://www.pcimag.com/articles/109603-hexion-announces-capacity-expansion-at-pernis-site), 2021-12-30: "Hexion Inc. has announced plans to expand production of epichlorohydrin (ECH) at its Pernis, the Netherlands, manufacturing site, while also leveraging more sustainable technologies when completed."
- [renewable-carbon.eu](https://renewable-carbon.eu/news/hexion-inc-announces-pernis-site-expansion/), 2022-01-12: "This expansion will enable us to efficiently serve our customers as they grow and also positions the epoxy business to be further aligned with the longer-term sustainability trends going forward."

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