Nouryon is expanding production capacity for its Levasil® colloidal silica at its manufacturing site in Guangzhou, China, to serve fast-growing segments like emissions control catalysts, electrical steel coatings, and non-stick coatings for cookware across Asia Pacific. According to the company, by bringing production closer to customers, Nouryon will supply a broader range of Levasil grades with shorter lead times.
“China’s technology-driven industries are moving fast and access to advanced colloidal silica is becoming a competitive necessity for manufacturers pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in catalysts and performance coatings,” said Patrick Wilhelm, vice president for Growth Accelerator Industrials at Nouryon. “This investment means our customers can count on us as long-term partners as they scale their most demanding applications.”
This expansion follows the opening of Nouryon’s innovation center in Shanghai in November 2025, which houses eight specialized laboratories, including one dedicated to Levasil for catalyst technologies and related applications. Together, the company says these investments reflect the its commitment to advancing innovative specialty chemicals, deepening customer collaboration and supporting long-term growth across the Asia-Pacific region.