Products consist of metal alkyls, high purity metalorganics and other (metal-)organic specialties.

The main business is metal alkyls, sold primarily as co-catalysts to major thermoplastic resins and rubber manufacturers (producers of polyethylene, polypropylene, and EPDM). Demand for metal alkyls includes some non-polymer markets, such as alpha-olefins, PVC stabilizers, petroleum refining, and pharmaceuticals. The product line is extensive with over 30 metal alkyl products (plus formulations) produced in Rotterdam (The Netherlands) and Deer Park (Tx, USA), with additional finishing, blending and packaging activities in India, China, and Brazil.

We also offer capabilities in selected organic synthesis of custom-catalysts and specialty chemicals that are used in the polyolefin, pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries. Our service includes the development of efficient synthetic routes, product synthesis on laboratory and pilot scale and technology transfer to the manufacturing location.

High Purity Metalorganics
Akzo Nobel also supplies process chemicals to the semiconductor industry. These High Purity Metalorganics (HPMO) are used to manufacture devices and integrated circuits for the optoelectronic and electronic industries. The business trades under the name Akzo Nobel HPMO.

Logistics for all product lines is correspondingly complex, requiring management of extensive returnable cylinder and tank truck fleets.

Sales are made directly through our BU PC sales force, supplemented by sales agents in a few countries.