Solvay licenses hydrogen peroxide technology to North Huajin for 300,000-ton propylene oxide plant in in Panjin, China, slated for launch in 2026; Solvay will supply proprietary 2-amylanthraquinone, the key chemical contributing to the process

November 5, 2024 (press release) –

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Using Solvay’s process expertise, North Huajin will build a mega-plant for hydrogen peroxide to manufacture propylene oxide in China.

Solvay has entered into an agreement to license its leading-edge hydrogen peroxide technology to North Huajin Refining and Petrochemical Company (North Huajin) for the manufacturing of 300 kilotons of propylene oxide per year in its Panjin (Liaoning Province, China) facility, with a planned launch in 2026.

Solvay partners with customers through its advanced hydrogen peroxide technology to build efficient, reliable, and safe production facilities. For North Huajin, Solvay will provide its proprietary mega-scale process, complete with a process design package, operational expertise, and support services to ensure reliable, optimized output. 

In addition, Solvay will supply proprietary 2-amylanthraquinone (AQ), the key chemical contributing to the high productivity and environmentally-friendly chemical process of Solvay’s mega plant technology. This will support the strategic growth of Solvay’s hydrogen peroxide business in China.

HPPO (Hydrogen Peroxide to Propylene Oxide) is the main process for producing propylene oxide (PO), a key chemical intermediate used to make polyurethane foams (for mattresses and car seats), adhesives, coatings, and various plastics and chemicals essential to industries such as construction, automotive, healthcare, and agriculture.