en.Wedoany.com Reported - SI Group and Shengxiao Group have established a joint venture, Shengnova Advanced Materials, aimed at accelerating the expansion of biphenol production capacity in China.

Located in Sichuan Province, China, the joint venture combines Shengxiao Group's established biphenol production capabilities and regional market access with SI Group's proprietary biphenol technology and global expertise, aiming to increase the local supply of this unique molecule in China.

Biphenol is a key monomer used in liquid crystal polymers (LCP), polyphenylsulfone (PPSU), and other applications, meeting the growing demand for high-performance materials in industries such as electronics, automotive, and healthcare.

Guo Xiaozhong, Chairman of Shengxiao Group, stated that as a top-tier supplier of liquid crystal polymer (LCP) monomers, biphenol is central to their product line. Customers value regional supply advantages, and introducing SI Group's expertise in biphenol to China will benefit the rapidly growing end markets in the region.

David Bradley, President and CEO of SI Group, said the joint venture aligns with SI Group's growth strategy, enhancing its ability to supply biphenol to Asian customers competitively while continuing production at its Newport, Tennessee facility. This better serves international customers, meets regional demand, and strengthens supply security.

SI Group is a global leader in performance additives, process solutions, and chemical intermediates, headquartered in The Woodlands, Texas, operating 18 production sites across three continents. Founded in 1987 and headquartered in Quzhou City, Zhejiang Province, China, Shengxiao Group's businesses cover advanced materials, specialty chemicals, and equipment manufacturing. Its main products include p-hydroxybenzoic acid (PHBA), 6-hydroxy-2-naphthoic acid (HNA), 4,4'-biphenol, and other key monomers and chemical intermediates for liquid crystal polymer (LCP) applications.

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