发生爆炸的山东友道化学：曾称将建成本质安全生产的示范基地

Group 1 - The explosion occurred at Youdao Chemical Co., Ltd. in Weifang City, Shandong Province, which is involved in the pesticide and pharmaceutical sectors and has been recognized as a representative of the high-end chemical industry in the region [1][2] - The company has been expanding its workforce, with the number of employees increasing from 138 in 2021 to 329 in 2022, and reaching 519 in 2023 [2] - Youdao Chemical is a subsidiary of Haomai Group, established in August 2019, focusing on the development, production, and sales of continuous flow technology for pesticides, pharmaceuticals, and related fine chemical intermediates [3] Group 2 - The company has developed an automated, continuous production facility for chlorantraniliprole active ingredients, breaking foreign patent monopolies and experiencing high demand for its products [2] - The second phase of the project is expected to be operational by October 2023, with an annual production capacity of 10,000 tons and projected annual sales revenue of 5 billion yuan and tax revenue of 500 million yuan [2] - The total investment for the second phase project is 3.453 billion yuan, aiming to establish a demonstration base for low-energy consumption, high environmental protection, and inherently safe production in the fine chemical sector [2]