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Arkema's Thiochemicals, a global footprint
with world-class expertise in technology, applications, and supply chain 

Reliable, international manufacturing facilities

Within our Thiochemicals business, Arkema operates across the 3 continents with manufacturing plants in Europe, Asia and North America. These facilities operate under ISO 9001:2008 and ISO 8001:2007 standards and handle high-quality continuous production of organosulfur compounds from hydrogen sulfide (H2S) to methyl mercaptan (MeSH) and specialties. In addition to manufacturing, we have extensive expertise in industrial project management.
 

A worldwide strategy, ensuring security of supply

With over 70 years of expertise in sulphur-based and specialty products, and with warehousing facilities and teams around the world, we are able to anticipate and proactively respond to our customers' needs, anywhere.

High-value sulfur-based and specialty solutions for a wide range of applications focused on essential needs

animal nutrition.jpgANIMAL NUTRITION:
MeSH (methyl mercaptan), a key building block for methionine synthesis

agro.jpgAGROCHEMICALS:
Amines, hydrazine hydrate & SMM as building block for the manufacturing of phytosanitary products, Paladin® for more sustainable soil fumigation service for the protection of fruit and vegetable crops.

polymers.jpgPOLYMERS:
Heavy mercaptans and AZDN used in free radical polymerization as chain transfer agents (CTA), and TippoxTM 2028 used as a PMMA thermal stabilizer.

REFINERY & PETROCHEMICALS: 
DMDS Evolution® E2 is used as a sulfiding agent for hydrotreatment catalysts as well as an anti-coking agent in steamcracking furnaces. 

gaz odor.jpgGAS ODORIZATION
THT, Spotleak®, Vigileak® & Codetect® odorants to ensure people safety everyday.

automotive.jpgAUTOMOTIVE
Ekaland™, Mixland+®, & Vultac® range for rubber applications such as door, window, profile, as well as various tires. Amines used as catalyst in the manufacture of foundry molds.

lubricants.jpgLUBRICANTS
TPS®, a range of high-performance, extreme pressure additives. MIBC used in the synthesis of additives for anti-wear and anti-corrosion
coatings paint.jpgCOATINGS, ADHESIVES & SEALANTS
Amines used as specific hardeners and Oxygenated solvents used in various coatings formulation. Polythiols DMDO used as a curing agents for adhesives.

COSMETICS
TGA (thioglycolic acid) and Oxygenated solvents used in cosmetics applications.
 
pharma.jpgPHARMACEUTICALS:
AMSA (Anhydrous Methane Sulfonic Acid), TAA (ThioAcetic Acid), Amines used as building block, reactant or catalyst in pharmaceutical processes.

Cleaning.jpgCLEANING
Scaleva® MSA descalant, a readily biodegradable efficient remover of iron and calcium scales.
 
ELECTRONICS
E-Pure MSA® used as a biodegradable salification agent for etching.

ren fuels.jpgRENEWABLE FUELS: 
DMDS Evolution® E2 as a continuous sulfiding agent for hydroprocessing. MSA LC used as a low corrosion esterification catalyst for biodiesel production.

water.jpgWATER TREATMENT
Scaleva®, a biodegradable solution for water treatment membranes. Hydrazine hydrate as enhancer of water treatment processes (oxygen scavenger or reductive agent).

A complete portfolio of sulphur derivatives including

A pride to be partners to our clients 

More than a supplier

We offer our clients a wide range of support and customized outstanding services such as Carelflex® for the refining market and Odorflex® for the gas transmission market. 

A strong commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility

Sustainability at the core of what we do

Structured around 3 major programs (Circular Economy, Climate change, Portfolio Sustainability Assessment named Archimedes), our mission is to provide more sustainable solutions to feed the world and manage energy consumption through bio-based and low carbon initiatives. 

Thiochemical's Sustainability Mission: Driving Positive Impact Through Innovation

Driven by innovation, responsible management of our activities and their social impact, our sulphur-based and specialty products contribute to the transition towards a more sustainable industry.
More than 10% of our sales are invested every year in the environment, innovation and industrial performance. 

 

Thiochemical's Sustainability Mission: Driving Positive Impact Through Innovation

Driven by innovation, responsible management of our activities and their social impact,
our sulphur-based and specialty products contribute to the transition towards a more sustainable industry.
More than 10% of our sales are invested every year in the environment, innovation and industrial performance. 

Contributing to 9 of the SDG* of the UN Global Compact

In terms of sustainable development, Thiochemicals' solutions addresses 9 of the 17 sustainable development goals of the United Nations Global Compact, mainly related to Good Health & Well-Being (3), Climate Actions (13) and Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure (9). These goals are complemented by our contribution to the fight against hunger and the commitment to clean energy.

MORE ON THIOCHEMICALS sustainable solutions

We thrive on collaboration

   
We believe that the best innovations come from diversity, inclusion, and cross-functional teams. All of us contribute to our long-term goals.  
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