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Evonik Selects South Carolina for New Precipitated Silica Plant

Investment will be approximately $120 million.

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By: DAVID SAVASTANO

Editor, Ink World Magazine

Evonik Industries is building a production plant for precipitated silica in South Carolina to supply the tire industry. The industry needs high-quality precipitated silica for producing fuel-efficient tires with good wet grip properties, which can save up to 8% fuel in comparison to conventional car tires. In North America, the demand for tires with reduced rolling resistance and the associated higher fuel efficiency is experiencing above-average growth.   Evonik is building the new plant near...

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