Solvay launches biocrystalline silica in Europe and plans to enter the North American market

Solvay is investing at its Livorno (Italy) site to launch the first circular high-dispersity silica (HDS) - a product derived from rice husk ash. Production is expected to start by the end of 2024, and the circular HDS will gradually replace the existing Zeosil range. Tire manufacturer Continental is a key partner to Solvay in bringing HDS to market.