【2026 Industry Insights】An Overview of American Chemical Companies in China – Eastman
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Eastman focuses on innovation in specialty chemicals and materials, with products including polyester fibers, plastic additives, and coating resins; it places emphasis on sustainable development and a circular economy. Since entering the Chinese market in 1994, it has continued to deepen its presence there.
●Production site: The Dalian factory is located in Dalian City, Liaoning Province, and serves as an important manufacturing facility for Eastman in the Asia-Pacific region. Following the acquisition of Aired Technology (Dalian) Co., Ltd. in 2023, two new production lines were officially put into operation in June 2025, focusing on the production of automotive films such as paint protection films and window films, in order to meet the growing demand in the automotive markets of China and Asia; production capacity increased by over 30%. There are multiple production facilities in other parts of China, engaged in the production of special materials, additives and functional materials, fibers, etc.; the specific locations include Nanjing, Zibo and other places.
●R&D and Innovation Center: The Shanghai Asia-Pacific Technology Center is located in Shanghai and serves as Eastman’s R&D hub for the Asia-Pacific region. It focuses on research and development in areas such as high-performance membrane materials, specialty plastics, and sustainable packaging, and is equipped with advanced laboratory facilities as well as a professional R&D team； Collaborate on R&D projects with domestic universities, research institutions, and enterprises; for example, establish a joint venture with Huafeng Chemical to enable the local production and development of Eastman Naia acetate cellulose filament fibers in China, thereby promoting innovation in the field of textile materials.