Core Insights - Nouryon, a multinational specialty chemicals company, has announced significant investments in China, including the expansion of alkyl metal production capacity, the addition of a modified methylaluminoxane (MMAO) production line, and the establishment of an organic peroxide innovation center [1] Group 1: Production Capacity Expansion - On October 15, Nouryon's alkyl metal expansion project in Jiaxing was completed, doubling the production capacity of triethylaluminum, a key catalyst for producing polyethylene and polypropylene used in packaging materials, automotive parts, and consumer goods [1] - Nouryon plans to initiate MMAO production in China by 2027, which is a critical component for catalysts used in manufacturing polyolefin elastomers for solar panel production [1] Group 2: Research and Development Initiatives - The company intends to establish an organic peroxide innovation center in Tianjin by 2026 to enhance its application research and development capabilities for specialty polymers, accelerating product development and increasing customer support [1] Group 3: Global Production Footprint - Nouryon's alkyl metal production facilities are globally distributed, including locations in La Porte, Texas, Rotterdam, and Jiaxing, China. The company also has research laboratories for alkyl metals in the Netherlands and China, along with blending stations in Jiaxing, Brazil, and India [1]