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Sun Chemical Plans $10M Quinacridone Investment

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February 20, 2026

The company announced a $10 million investment to expand quinacridone pigment production at its Newport facility.

Sun Chemical announced plans to invest approximately $10 million to expand quinacridone pigment production capacity at its Newport, Delaware facility. The investment is intended to support supply reliability and optimize production performance.

According to the company, the project will combine proprietary manufacturing processes with targeted site upgrades to improve operational efficiency and safety while ensuring uninterrupted supply of quinacridone pigments.

“Our continued investment in core chemistries, such as quinacridones, reflects our long-term commitment to supporting our customers and the market,” said Alex Baron, vice president, color materials, Sun Chemical. “This investment will improve plant safety while ensuring an uninterrupted supply of high-quality quinacridones.”

Brian Panczyk, president, color materials, Sun Chemical, said the project aligns with the company’s broader focus on operational excellence. “As part of our ongoing journey to improve reliability and operational excellence, we remain focused on expanding and modernizing our manufacturing sites. Investments such as this ensure that we are well positioned to meet evolving customer needs while maintaining high environmental and performance standards.”

The Newport investment is part of Sun Chemical’s broader strategy to strengthen its global manufacturing footprint and reinforce its position in high-performance color materials.

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