Sinopec Achieves New Breakthrough in This Catalyst

Recently, the metallocene polyethylene catalyst EG01, independently developed by the Beijing Research Institute of Chemical Industry (BRICI) of Sinopec, successfully completed industrial application trials on Yangzi Petrochemical's gas-phase polyethylene process unit. High-quality low-density film resin products were produced, marking the first time this catalyst has achieved industrial production of high-difficulty film materials, which fully validates its excellent performance and reliability.

Metallocene catalysts offer performance advantages in the production of high-end polyolefin films, automotive parts, medical devices, and other products. Developing metallocene catalysts and related resin technologies is an important direction for the high-end development of the polyolefin industry. Among metallocene polyethylene products, low-density film materials are one of the most widely used categories in China, possessing excellent mechanical strength, puncture resistance, and good optical transparency, making them the preferred material for heavy-duty packaging bags, long-lasting agricultural greenhouse films, and other applications.

To meet the industry's demand for high-end membrane materials, the Beijing Research Institute of Chemical Industry (BRICI) has strengthened the integrated collaboration of industry, academia, and research. It has formed a dedicated team to conduct joint research with companies such as Yangzi Petrochemical, Qilu Petrochemical, Maoming Petrochemical, and Catalyst Company to systematically optimize the catalyst, continuously improving its comprehensive performance. During industrial application trials, the production units operated stably and efficiently, and the catalyst exhibited excellent equipment adaptability and process compatibility. Key technical indicators reached the level of imported catalysts of the same type.