Posted in | News | Titanium

Kerr-McGee Synthetic Rutile Plant Closure Scheduled

May 21 2003

Related Stories

Kerr-McGee are planning to close their synthetic rutile plant, operated by their wholly owned subsidiary, Kerr-McGee Chemical. The closure is scheduled to take effect on June 5.

The plant located in Mobile, Alabama, USA supplies some of the titanium dioxide feedstock for Kerr-McGee’s two titanium dioxide pigment plants.

The decision to close the plant was based on the fact that they could buy the material cheaper then they can manufacture it. As a result of the closure they expect to save $25 to $30 million a year from the beginning of next year. 140 jobs will be affected by the closure of the plant

For more information on pigments, click here.

Tell Us What You Think

Do you have a review, update or anything you would like to add to this news story?

Leave your feedback
(Logout)
Your comment type
Submit

Sponsored Content

Editorial Highlights

The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

The global semiconductor market has entered an exciting period. Demand for chip technology is both driving the industry as well as hindering it, with current chip shortages predicted to last for some time. Current trends will likely shape the future of the industry, which is set to continue to show

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

The primary distinction between graphene-based batteries and solid-state batteries lies in the composition of either electrode. Although the cathode is commonly changed, carbon allotropes can also be employed in fabricating anodes.

Newsletters you may be interested in

See all Newsletters »

Terms

While we only use edited and approved content for Azthena answers, it may on occasions provide incorrect responses. Please confirm any data provided with the related suppliers or authors. We do not provide medical advice, if you search for medical information you must always consult a medical professional before acting on any information provided.

Your questions, but not your email details will be shared with OpenAI and retained for 30 days in accordance with their privacy principles.

Please do not ask questions that use sensitive or confidential information.

Read the full Terms & Conditions.

Provide Feedback