Celanese to Optimize Engineered Materials Compounding Footprint in Asia

Celanese Corp. is ceasing manufacturing operations at its engineered materials compounding facility in Ulsan, South Korea, as part of a strategic network optimisation initiative designed to strengthen its Asian production footprint and enhance customer service capabilities. The global specialty materials and chemical company announced the plans to transfer production volumes to three strategically located facilities: Nanjing and Shenzhen in China, and Silvassa in India. The move represents a critical step in the company's 'Grow & Fortify' strategy for its Engineered Materials business.

The optimisation initiative aims to fortify the operating structure of Celanese's Engineered Materials business while leveraging world-class compounding assets across Asia. By consolidating operations into fewer, more advanced facilities, the company expects to optimize costs, improve manufacturing efficiency, and strengthen its regional supply chain network.

The strategic repositioning reflects Celanese's focus on expanding manufacturing and compounding capabilities closer to its customer base in high-growth Asian markets. The company produces critical materials including PET (polyethylene terephthalate), PA (polyamide), PBT (polybutylene terephthalate), and HTN (high-temperature nylon) — all essential to driving industry and regional growth across automotive, electronics, consumer goods, and industrial applications.

Over recent years, Celanese has invested significantly in world-class compounding assets globally to ensure supply reliability and deliver engineered materials products with superior quality, performance, and reliability. The Nanjing, Shenzhen, and Silvassa facilities represent advanced manufacturing capabilities positioned to serve the broader Asia region's expansion opportunities.

The company employs approximately 11,000 people worldwide and reported 2025 net sales of $9.5 billion. Celanese continues to support sustainability through responsible materials management and an expanding portfolio of sustainable products designed to meet evolving customer and societal demands.

Source: Celanese