SIBUR develops new catalyst to enhance polypropylene production, aiming for tech independence.

SIBUR, a major Russian petrochemical company, has developed a new proprietary catalyst for producing polypropylene, a key material used in packaging, medical devices, and automotive parts. This advancement aims to secure technological independence from imports, particularly for the stable alumina oxide spheres used in the catalyst. SIBUR currently produces around 2 million tonnes of polypropylene annually and is building a new complex to boost Russia's global standing in polypropylene production.

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