Longxing Tech to Deliver 10,000 Tons of Eco-Friendly Carbon Black to Europe
A prominent Chinese supplier of carbon black announced that it has commenced deliveries of nearly 10,000 tons of its eco-friendly products to a reputable European tire manufacturer, following client. . .
A prominent Chinese supplier of carbon black announced that it has commenced deliveries of nearly 10,000 tons of its eco-friendly products to a reputable European tire manufacturer, following client approval. The company is also collaborating with other notable European tire brands to develop sustainable green carbon black products. Efforts include sample deliveries and certification processes, though the specific clients have not been disclosed. Carbon black plays a crucial role as a reinforcing additive in tires, enhancing features such as tear strength, wear resistance, fatigue durability, and overall driving efficiency. Traditional carbon black is produced synthetically from coal tar, offering superior performance compared to recycled variants. The sustainable carbon black used in this project is created through cracking oil derived from waste tires, a process that yields a product with performance comparable to native carbon black. It is worth noting that recycled carbon black, extracted from used tires, generally has lower purity and reinforcement capabilities. Industry experts see sustainable carbon black as the most promising and reliable path forward for eco-friendly alternatives. It offers better economic advantages over conventional production methods and aligns well with green, low-carbon, and sustainable development goals. Major global tire producers have recently launched initiatives to replace traditional materials with renewable options, creating significant growth opportunities for sustainable carbon black products. The company plans to gradually increase its annual production capacity in response to demand from downstream customers. Ranked among China’s top three carbon black producers and placing within the top ten worldwide, the company’s output reached approximately 669,000 tons last year, with sales exceeding 653,000 tons, according to its financial reports. The company’s shares closed today at CNY 4. 52 (roughly 67 US cents), marking a 1. 1 percent decline. Meanwhile, the broader stock market in Shenzhen fell by 2. 5 percent.