Our Industrial Specialties segment includes the emulsions, polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) and AT Plastics businesses, representing 21% (1,346 million) of Celanese’s total sales. We are active in every major global industrial market and have manufacturing plants across North America, Europe and Asia. Innovation in research and development and technical service makes us the partner of choice for our customers. Our expertise in vinyl-based technology is unsurpassed and enables us to drive value into our customers’ products.

We are a leading global producer of vinyl acetate/ethylene emulsions and the recognized authority on low VOC (environmentally-friendly) technology. We are also a leading global producer of a broad portfolio of polyvinyl alcohol. Our polymer emulsion and PVOH products are used in a wide array of applications which touch our everyday lives including paints and coatings, adhesives, building and construction, glass fiber, textiles and paper.

AT Plastics offers a complete line of low density polyethylene and specialty, ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) resins and compounds. Our products are used in many applications including flexible packaging, lamination products, hot melt adhesive, medical tubing and automotive parts.

We are building a premier franchise by focusing on high-growth markets and regions, market-driven innovation and operational excellence.

Expertise + Innovation = Delivering performance solutions to our customers