Completion And Commissioning! Evonik’s Four Major Projects Officially Launched

Recently, Evonik announced updates on four major projects, involving specialty-grade hydrogen peroxide and long-chain polyamides.PolyetheretherketoneSpecialty amines and other materials.

Evonik Fuhua's 20,000 tons per year special-grade hydrogen peroxide plant is completed.

On April 23, the hydrogen peroxide production facility of Evonik FuHua New Materials Co., Ltd. in Leshan City, Sichuan Province, China, was completed and has now entered the trial production phase, with the first commercial products expected to be supplied in the second quarter of 2026.

Evonik Fuhua New Materials Co., Ltd. was jointly established by Evonik and Fuhua Tongda Chemical Co., Ltd. (referred to as Fuhua Chemical) in January 2025. The company mainly constructs a 20,000 ton/year (100% basis) special-grade hydrogen peroxide plant (including 16,000 tons/year (100% basis) of electronic-grade hydrogen peroxide and 4,000 tons/year (100% basis) of 35% food-grade hydrogen peroxide)., the device uses industrial-grade hydrogen peroxide produced by Fuhua as the raw material for purification.Based on the technology authorized by Evonik's Active Oxygens business line,The produced special-grade hydrogen peroxide will be used to meet the growing demand in high-end application fields such as solar cells, semiconductors, food packaging, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals locally.

On the same day, another project of Fuhua Chemical, the 200,000-ton industrial-grade hydrogen peroxide project of Zhongfutaihua, was officially completed. According to the introduction, the 200,000-ton industrial-grade hydrogen peroxide project of Zhongfutaihua uses hydrogen gas by-product from Fuhua Chemical's 500,000-ton/year chlor-alkali plant as the core raw material, and adopts Evonik's advanced fluidized bed technology and full acidic working liquid system, achieving high-value utilization of hydrogen atoms.

In March 2025, Evonik also signed a hydrogen peroxide production technology licensing agreement with China Pingmei Shenma Group Nylon Technology Co., Ltd. The latter mainly uses hydrogen peroxide to produce caprolactam. Evonik's hydrogen peroxide production technology meets the relevant process safety requirements of the state.

Enable the Asia Sports Field Polyamide Innovation and Application Center

On April 22, Evonik held the opening ceremony of the “Evonik Asia Innovation & Application Center for Polyamide in Sports Applications” at the ChinaPlas exhibition. The center offers comprehensive testing and evaluation capabilities for both rigid materials (PA12) and soft materials (PA12-based thermoplastic elastomers), covering international standards such as ISO and ASTM, as well as internal standards of brand owners. Additionally, the center features pilot-scale plastic processing capabilities, enabling the production of samples including 3D-printed parts, injection-molded test bars, injection-molded components, and films—supporting customers in early-stage validation and rapid iteration.

Long-chain polyamides can be applied in scenarios such as athletic footwear, performance apparel, sports equipment, and specialized protective gear, and are processed via techniques including injection molding, 3D printing, supercritical foaming, extrusion, and spinning to produce critical components and core structural parts, supporting product lightweighting, durability, comfort, and overall performance. Representative global long-chain polyamide grades include PA11, PA12, PA610, PA1010, and PA1212.

In November 2025, Evonik’s High Performance Polymers business line successfully commenced trial production of the Polyamide No. 2 reactor project in Shanghai. This project focuses on expanding domestic production capacity for a range of high-performance materials, including AABB-type polyamides and polyether block amide (PEBA) elastomers.Double Evonik's long-chain polyamide capacity in Asia.

Additionally, Evonik also offers transparent nylon and bio-based nylon product lines.

Regarding transparent nylon, the TROGAMID® CX series (PA PACM12) is synthesized from the cyclic aliphatic diamine PACM and dodecanedioic acid, offering 92% light transmittance and superior scratch resistance compared to PC; the TROGAMID® T series (PA TMDT), the first commercially available transparent nylon (introduced in 1960), contains aromatic rings and exhibits high-temperature resistance but has been discontinued.

In bio-based nylons, the product portfolio primarily includes PA12, PA610, PA1010, and PA1012. The PA monomers are derived from castor oil, with the core technology involving the cracking of castor oil to produce sebacic acid, which is then polycondensed with different diamine monomers to yield differentiated products. Among these, PA1010 is a semi-crystalline material with excellent mechanical properties and chemical stability, making it suitable for applications such as specialty cables and optical fibers.

Additionally, Evonik launched the bio-based polyamide VESTAMID® Terra in 2009, restructured its polyamide business in 2019, and invested approximately €400 million in Germany to build a new integrated PA12 production facility, expanding its transparent polyamide production at the Marl Chemical Park. Its newly introduced transparent PA grade, TROGAMID® myCX eCO, contains 40% bio-based content.

Enable the polyether ether ketone flat electromagnetic wire laboratory

On the afternoon of April 22, Evonik held the opening ceremony of the "Evonik Polyetheretherketone Flat Enamelled Wire Lab" at the ChinaPlas exhibition site.Evonik, leveraging its profound expertise in high-performance materials, has officially launched a specialized experimental platform focused on PEEK flat wire coating applications, aiming to accelerate the industrialization of material innovation outcomes.

As the drive systems of new energy vehicles continue to evolve toward higher power density, greater efficiency, and enhanced reliability, the insulation materials used in hairpin windings for electric motors are facing increasingly stringent requirements regarding thermal resistance, electrical performance, and long-term stability.

The laboratory is based on the material formulation and process innovation of EVONIK VESTAKEEP® PEEK, covering the complete process flow from copper conductor pretreatment, PEEK extrusion coating, online dimensional inspection to finished product winding, providing systematic support for the application development of flat wires in new energy vehicle motors.

The new extrusion pilot line adopts internationally top-tier core components, is locally designed and integrated, and features high quality, high reliability, and flexibility. It was completed and put into operation by the end of 2025. This is Evonik’s first and currently only such pilot line, positioned close to the primary markets in China and Asia while also serving the global market.

Recently, Evonik also launched a new fluoropolymer-free product manufactured without the addition of fluoropolymers.PEEK'sWear-resistant modified material VESTAKEEP® Easy Slide 2, specifically designed for sliding bearings operating under high-temperature and high-load conditions, can be applied toIndustries such as industrial, medical, and robotics。

Nanjing Special Amines Expansion Project Commenced Operation

On April 21, Evonik’s expanded special amines production site in Nanjing was officially inaugurated and commenced operations! This strategic investment, amounting to tens of millions of euros, significantly enhances Evonik’s capacity to supply innovative amine-based additives for polyurethane and epoxy resin applications.Not only can it enhance process efficiency and end-product performance,It can also reduce odors and VOC emissions.

Specialty amines are key additives in the production of polyurethane foams, widely used in the automotive, construction, home furnishings, and consumer goods sectors. They can also serve as curing agents in epoxy systems, supporting applications such as anti-corrosion coatings and adhesives.

It is understood that Evonik Specialty Chemicals (Nanjing) Co., Ltd. was established in the Jiangbei New Area in 2006. It is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Evonik Industries in Nanjing, mainly producing amine additives and auxiliaries. The newly commissioned Phase II of the special amine project has added high-pressure reductive amination and aminopropylation capacity, covering raw material supply, packaging facilities, and basic supporting construction. This will further consolidate and expand Evonik's production capacity and technological advantages in the Asia-Pacific special amine market.

In terms of performance, Evonik’s 2025 sales amounted to €1.41 billion, down approximately 7% year-on-year; adjusted EBITDA stood at €1.874 billion, meeting the prior guidance of approximately €1.9 billion; and net profit totaled €265 million, representing a 19.37% increase year-on-year.

In 2025, Evonik Tailor Made's enhancement program reduced the management level, accelerated decision-making processes, and cut costs through measures such as reducing approximately 2,000 positions — this layoff plan aims to complete the global reduction of 2,000 employees (1,500 in Germany) by the end of 2026, reducing costs by 400 million euros per year to cope with rising energy prices and declining demand.