KETENE MARKET ANALYSIS

Market News

Key Developments:-

• In 2014, Kamira announced to acquire BASFs’ global alkyl ketene dimer emulsion business. The acquisition aimed to strengthen the paper chemical product portfolio of BASF SE. Also, the acquisition would benefit Kamira in strengthening the product offering to the customers, particularly in European market.
• In 2018, Kemira Oyj entered into partnership with Shandong Tiancheng Wanfeng Chemical Technology, a producer of alkyl ketene dimer wax based in China. The partnership aimed to strengthen the Kamiras’ market position in the pulp & paper industry.
• In 2013, Kemira Oyj and Wilmar International Limited entered into joint venture through their subsidiaries to produce alkyl ketene dimer wax in China. This joint venture aimed to increase the offerings to the paper customers, worldwide.