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Hebei Casda Biomaterials Co., Ltd.

Hebei Casda Biomaterials (Casda) was jointly established in 2010 by Hengshui Dongfeng Chemical and Hong Kong Huacheng International Holdings. In 2012, Casda became an Arkema subsidiary and specializes in sebacic acid, dimethyl sebacate (DMS) and dibutyl sebacate (DBS) products.
Located in the heart of the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei development hub, Casda is adjacent to Beijing, Tianjin, and Xiong’an, and within the Bohai Economic Rim as well as China’s Capital Economic Circle. Famed for its effective transportation infrastructure, the area is also dubbed by sociologist, Fei Xiaotong, as the “Golden Intersection”. The company’s production site spans across 338 acres of land and is located in the New Functional Materials Industrial Park at the Hengshui High-tech Industrial Development Zone.

LOCATION

No. 86 Dongfeng Road, North Industrial Park, High-tech Industrial Development Zone, Hengshui, Hebei

 
MAIN PRODUCTS

Sebacic acid, dimethyl sebacate, sec-octanol, glycerol, fatty acids

 

 
MILESTONES

-     In 2010, Hebei Casda Biomaterials Co., Ltd. was established.

-     In 2011, the second production line for sebacic acid was started up.

-     In 2012, Arkema acquired Hebei Casda Biomaterials Co., Ltd.

-     In 2014, the additive workshop began operation.

Casda is a global leading manufacturer of sebacic acid. With experiences spanning over fifty years, its roots can be traced back to the Hengshui Dongfeng Chemical Plant that was established in 1971. Oleris® Sebacic acid, which is produced by the company, is today recognised as a top brand within the industry. It is predominantly derived from renewable castor and is produced via biomanufacturing. As a high-performing, cold-resistant plasticizer, sebacic acid is mostly used as the building block for nylon, heat-resistant lubricating oil and corrosion inhibitors. A number of industries have benefited from its contributions, including aerospace, automotive, electronic products, consumer goods and sport. Oleris® currently holds a 23% market share with products sold in over 20 countries and regions, including Europe, United States and Japan. Casda’s leading technology guarantees consistent product quality, and Oleris® products are highly recognized by customers worldwide.

The company plays a critical part in Arkema’s commitment to building a sustainable value chain for advanced materials. Under the international group’s stewardship, the production site has seen particular improvements in their environmental and safety aspects. The company has also been cultivating open dialogues with relevant key stakeholders so to maintain ongoing focus on employees’ health and wellbeing.

As a part of Arkema, Casda has always embraced the group’s commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility. The company has driven forward a number of programmes over the years, such as donating computers to students in impoverished areas, donating books and supporting football training at the Zhenhua Road Primary School, inaugurating Arkema’s second “Green Innovation Classroom” at the Limin Road Primary School, establishing the Casda Volunteer Association in 2021 aimed at lending a helping hand to elderly living in poverty, as well as other philanthropic gifts for local communities. They have all been well-received by Arkema as well as the broader community that the company is a part of. 

Casda is Arkema’s only China production site that is located north of the Yellow River. Its uniquely advantageous position enables it to benefit from both its locality as well as Arkema’s value chain. Not only does this enable the company to provide customers worldwide with sustainable solutions, it also enhances its ability to work together with more stakeholders and create a world based on shared values. The company remains committed to upholding Arkema’s values, and will continue cultivating its CSR ambitions so to bolster its contributions to society.

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