Indovinya, the specialty chemicals and surfactants business of Indorama Ventures, has entered into a strategic partnership with Air Liquide to incorporate renewable oxygen into its ethylene oxide manufacturing process. The agreement represents another important milestone in the company’s ongoing efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and strengthen its portfolio of lower-carbon chemical products.
Under the collaboration, Air Liquide will supply renewable oxygen that will be utilized in the production of ethylene oxide, a critical feedstock used in manufacturing a broad range of surfactants, detergents, personal care ingredients, and industrial chemicals. By integrating renewable oxygen into this process, Indovinya aims to increase the proportion of renewable inputs in its manufacturing operations while lowering the environmental footprint of its products.
The company estimates that the initiative could reduce the carbon footprint of selected products by as much as 15%, supporting both its internal sustainability objectives and the growing market demand for environmentally responsible chemical solutions. The use of renewable oxygen is expected to contribute significantly to reducing emissions associated with one of the company’s most important raw materials.
Air Liquide, recognized globally for its expertise in industrial gases, technologies, and healthcare services, will play a key role in enabling Indovinya’s transition toward more sustainable production practices. The partnership aligns with both companies’ commitment to supporting industrial decarbonization and advancing cleaner manufacturing technologies.
Commenting on the collaboration, John Smith, Chief Delivery Officer (CDO) at Indovinya, stated that the agreement reflects the company’s determination to integrate sustainability throughout its value chain. He emphasized that introducing renewable oxygen into production will help reduce emissions linked to essential raw materials while reinforcing Indovinya’s commitment to delivering lower-carbon products that assist customers in achieving their own sustainability objectives.
The agreement builds on the company’s recent sustainability achievements. During 2025, Indovinya surpassed its previously established target for sustainable products, with environmentally responsible solutions accounting for 20.5% of total company revenue, significantly exceeding its initial goal of 15%.
Looking ahead, the renewable oxygen initiative is expected to support the company’s broader environmental roadmap. Indovinya plans to continue expanding its portfolio of sustainable offerings and aims to ensure that half of its newly developed products are assessed as sustainable over the coming years. Through collaborations such as this, the company intends to accelerate innovation, reduce emissions across its operations, and strengthen its position as a supplier of sustainable specialty chemical solutions for global industries.
Impact on Product and Chemical Commodity Prices
The adoption of renewable oxygen in ethylene oxide production will enhance the sustainability profile of ethylene oxide and its downstream derivatives, including ethoxylates, surfactants, detergents, and personal care ingredients. While the initiative improves the environmental value of these products, it is unlikely to significantly alter production capacity or supply volumes. Consequently, the immediate impact on prices of ethylene oxide and related chemical commodities tracked by ChemAnalyst is expected to remain limited. Over the long term, increasing adoption of renewable feedstocks and low-carbon manufacturing practices may slightly raise production costs, potentially supporting modest price premiums for certified sustainable chemical products as market demand grows.
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