Solvay invests in PA6.10 production line in Lyon

Solvay Polyamide & Intermediates decided to invest in the production unit of PA6.10, a bio based polymer, to better serve its customers seeking for more ecofriendly solutions.

This investment is the final phase of an efficient and rigorous piloting and sampling process which confirmed our commitment to integrate a PA6.10 production line using state-of-the-art technologies. This strategic unit will contribute to broadening the company’s product offer and strengthening its commitment to environmental care.

“This investment is part of our continuous efforts to build on our product capabilities and develop a greener chemistry,” explains Christophe Bertrand, Solvay Polyamide & Intermediates Industrial Director.

Indeed, a standardized measurement on pure PA 6.10 resin has confirmed that 62.5% of its carbon is from a renewable source. In addition to reducing its carbon footprint, this material helps to reduce the use of non-renewable resources compared with other polyamides that are entirely petrochemical-based.

More than a new asset, this decision is a step forward in the Solvay deep rooted culture of responsible chemistry.