About Aekyung
Aekyung Chemical, based in Seoul, South Korea, operates as a leading chemical manufacturing company with four specialized divisions. From its headquarters, the company drives innovation across:
- Plasticizers with world-leading production capacity
- Bio & Energy solutions including biodiesel production
- Care chemicals and high-purity glycerine
- Battery materials with advanced anode technology
As South Korea’s largest producer of anionic surfactants and first company to commercialize PA, Aekyung Chemical maintains research facilities and production plants throughout the Seoul metropolitan area.
Frequently asked questions
Aekyung Chemical operates in four business divisions:
- Plasticizer Division
- General-purpose plasticizers
- Eco-friendly variants
- PA (Phthalic Anhydride) production
- Synthetic Resin Division
- Polymer technology
- Industrial applications
- Care Chemicals Division
- Anionic surfactants
- High-purity glycerine (99.5%+)
- Bio & Energy Division
- Bio diesel production
- Bio heavy oil manufacturing
- Battery materials development
Aekyung Chemical maintains these technical operations:
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Aekyung Chemical maintains the following production capabilities in Korea:
- Production Facilities
- Plasticizer manufacturing plant
- Surfactant production facility
- Bio-energy processing center
- Manufacturing Output
- Largest anionic surfactant capacity in Korea
- Industrial-scale glycerine production
- Bio fuel processing facilities
More details about Aekyung
Leading chemical innovation in South Korea
Based in Seoul, Aekyung Chemical stands as a pioneer in South Korean chemical manufacturing. The company operates through four main divisions: Plasticizer, Synthetic Resin, Care Chemicals, and Bio & Energy, serving both domestic and international markets.
Advanced research and development facilities
As a cosmetic lab and chemical research center, Aekyung Chemical maintains state-of-the-art facilities in Seoul. The company’s research capabilities extend across multiple chemical domains, from plasticizers to sustainable energy solutions.
Technical expertise and manufacturing capacity
The company holds several notable achievements in the chemical sector:
- First commercialization of Phthalic Anhydride in Korea
- Leading production capacity for eco-friendly plasticizers
- Korea’s largest anionic surfactant production facility
Sustainable solutions and green technology
Aekyung Chemical demonstrates commitment to environmental responsibility through:
- Production of biodiesel from vegetable oils and animal fats
- Development of eco-friendly plasticizer variants
- Manufacturing of high-purity glycerine (99.5%+)
Specialized product divisions
Energy and materials
The company manufactures advanced battery materials, including hard carbon anode components that deliver efficient performance at low temperatures.
Care chemicals
Through its surfactant production facility, Aekyung Chemical supplies ingredients for personal care and household products, using vapor-liquid process technology.
Market position in Seoul’s chemical sector
Operating from Seoul, Aekyung Chemical maintains its position as a key player in South Korea’s chemical industry. The company’s location in the capital provides strategic advantages for both domestic distribution and international trade relationships.
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