Production plant for dimethyl ether in Russia

PCC SE has built a production plant for ultra-pure, aerosol grade dimethyl ether (DME) through OOO DME Aerosol, Pervomaysky (Russia), a joint venture with its long-standing Russian partner, JSC Shchekinoazot. The aim of PCC SE is to enter the market for DME, which is mainly used in the cosmetics industry for example as a propellant for hair styling products, but also for the production of polyurethane construction foam. Since May 2021, the plant has been powered by electricity from 100 % renewable sources. The switch to wind and solar power highlights the commitment of both joint venture partners to their sustainability strategy.

Image gallery since construction site setup

Principal

OOO DME Aerosol, Pervomaysky

Location

Pervomaysky (Russia)

Capacity

Annual capacity 20,000 metric tons DME

Commissioning

December 2018

Project status

Successful Commissioning of the DME Plant in Russia The commissioning of our new plant for the production of high-purity dimethyl ether (DME) in aerosol quality began in early December and was successfully completed on December 17, 2018. Since then, the plant has been producing consistently and at the required quality. DME Aerosol received the building permit at the end of June 2016. Construction of our DME plant in Russia began in April 2017. Meanwhile, initial deliveries have been made to customers where qualification has already been completed. The final performance test was successfully concluded in May 2019. DME of this quality is used, among other things, as a propellant in the cosmetics industry, for example in hairstyling products, but also for the production of polyurethane foam.