In China, Evonik Fuhua New Materials has announced the completion of construction of its hydrogen peroxide facility in Leshan, Sichuan Province. The joint venture between Evonik and Fuhua Tongda Chemicals Company (Fuhua) will purify industrial-grade H2O2 into specialty grades to serve high-growth markets in the region.
Hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) is a versatile chemical that, after use, breaks down into oxygen and water, making it particularly beneficial for the environment. It is used in a wide array of industries, playing an essential role in applications ranging from electronics to renewable energy and aseptic packaging.
Based on technology licensed from Evonik’s Active Oxygens business line, the facility utilizes industrial-grade H2O2 produced by Fuhua as a feedstock.
The resulting specialty grades will be offered to meet growing regional demand for high-end applications such as solar cell production, semiconductor manufacturing, food packaging, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals.
This facility will strengthen Evonik’s supply capability and service efficiency in the Asia-Pacific region, particularly in China. Through local cooperation, Evonik will be better positioned to meet the rapidly growing demand for high-purity specialty-grade hydrogen peroxide products, ensuring reliable and efficient support for our customers, said Dr Claus Rettig, Interim CFO of Evonik and President of Evonik Asia Pacific.
Designed with an annual H2O2 production capacity of 20,000 tonnes, the plant is now preparing to enter trial production, with the first commercial volumes expected in Q2 2026.
Christian Kullmann, Chairman of the Evonik Executive Board, emphasized the strategic importance of the collaboration.
Evonik’s leading position in the global specialty chemicals industry is built on innovation, strong technology platforms, and a global network. This project showcases our exemplary cooperation model with important partners like Fuhua. By combining Evonik’s technological strengths with Fuhua’s industrial chain and local capabilities, we will jointly provide high-quality solutions for customers in the region and globally, said Christian Kullmann.
Fuhua Chairman Zhang Hua underscored the significance of the collaboration.
This partnership with Evonik marks an important milestone in Fuhua’s development toward higher-end and more international operations. The project will further enhance Fuhua’s competitiveness and support national development priorities in new energy, advanced manufacturing, and future-oriented chemical production, said Zhang Hua.
