Sasol doubles diethyl ether capacity

Due to strong global demand, Sasol has decided to double its diethyl ether (DEE) capacity at its Sasol Solvents plant in Herne, Germany, from 2.5 to 5 kilotons per annum. DEE is used as solvent, extractor and reaction medium in several applications. It is used widely as an extraction solvent for the production of vitamins and aromas in the pharmaceutical, fragrance and flavors industries, as well as a starting fluid for diesel engines. The additional capacity is aimed at serving Sasol’s European, U.S. and other export markets. (February 16, 2007)