Shin-Etsu Chemical to Build New Cellulose Plant in Germany (Japan)
This article was originally published in PharmAsia News
Executive Summary
Japan-based Shin-Etsu Chemical Co. announced it will start construction of a new manufacturing facility in Germany. The new facility will focus on producing cellulose for use in pharmaceuticals and other medical-ventures. Shin-Etsu also plans to improve production of medical-use cellulose in its central Japan facility. As a whole, cellulose production by the company will increase to around 70,000 tons a year, up from current manufacturing rates of 63,000 tons. (Click here for more