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Denka shuts down Louisiana plant amid mounting environmental and economic pressures

Japanese chemical manufacturer Denka Co., Ltd. has announced the indefinite suspension of operations at its Denka Performance Elastomer LLC (DPE) facility in LaPlace, Louisiana, marking a significant retreat from U.S. chloroprene rubber (CR) production. The decision follows a series of escalating challenges, including stringent environmental regulations, rising operational costs, and labor shortages.

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J.M Huber Corporation announces new acquisition

J.M. Huber Corporation announced the acquisition of The R.J. Marshall Company’s Alumina Trihydrate (ATH), Antimony-Free Flame Retardant, and Molybdate-Based Smoke Suppressant assets. This acquisition will be incorporated into the Huber Advanced Materials (HAM) strategic business unit of Huber Engineered Materials—an operating company of J.M. Huber Corporation. These assets will enhance HAM’s product portfolio and strengthen its position as a leader in the North American market of flame retardant and smoke suppressant technologies.

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