Great Lakes Expands Lowinox® 1790 Production Capacity In Korea

Great Lakes ExpandsLowinox® 1790 Production Capacity In Korea
U.S.-based Great Lakes Chemical Corp. recently expanded production capacity at its Pyongtaek, Korea, plant as a result of growing demand for its Lowinox® 1790 high-performance phenolic antioxidant, which is used in polyurethane fibers and polyolefin applications.“Making an investment to increase production capacity of this key antioxidant supports the emerging needs of both the polymer industry and, particularly, our customers in the polyurethane fibers and polyolefin markets,”says Maurizio Butti, executive vice president of polymer stabilizers.The Pyongtaek plant is part of Asia Stabilizers Co. Ltd., a joint venture between Great Lakes and Korea-based Miwon Commercial Co. Ltd. As a majority owner, Great Lakes manages Asia Stabilizers, which produces ultraviolet stabilizers, main and specialty antioxidants, and additive blends.
Winter 2004