Huntsman Textile Effect is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its primary manufacturing facility in the Americas. The plant in Atotonilquillo, Mexico, is one of Textile Effects’ global centres producing dyes and chemicals for customers in the Americas and around the world.  

“Huntsman Textile Effects is proud to celebrate this momentous milestone of its Atoto plant, which is the only plant that synthesizes dyes and chemicals in the Americas,” said Paul Hulme, President of Textile Effects.

“Its sophisticated processes, relentless focus on quality, commitment to environmental, health and safety standards and the rich technical expertise of its people have contributed to its capacity expansions.”

Reputation for excellence

Over the past 50 years, the manufacturing facility has built a reputation for excellence in manufacturing a broad range of innovative dye and chemicals, the company reports. These include LANASET, TERASIL, TERATOP and ERIOFAST dyes for apparel, automotive and active wear.

It also produces UV-FAST, ULTRATEX and SAPAMINE chemicals for sun protection, whitening and softening effects for a broad range of end markets including automotive, apparel and home textiles. 

“Through continuous investment and technology improvements of more than US 50 million since 2010, the Atoto facility uses state-of-the-art manufacturing and effluent treatment processes to drive a more sustainable textile industry,” said Mr Hulme.

Ongoing investment

Atoto’s ongoing investment will include an additional USD5 million in the next 12-15 months to expand its product portfolio to meet growing demand in polyester active wear and automotive in this region.

Atoto’s 50th anniversary was commemorated at a ceremony at the plant officiated by Mr Enrique Dau, Special Advisor and Representative of the Office of the Governor of Jalisco and Mr Gerardo Rodriguez, Secretary of Labor, State of Jalisco. It was attended by more than 150 guests, including customers, representatives from local government authorities, business associations and community organizations.

"For decades, Huntsman Textile Effects’ collaboration with the community and government organizations has allowed them to build a sustainable future. On behalf of the Federal Government, we congratulate and encourage Huntsman to continue working towards a sustainable future for Jalisco," said Mr Gerardo Rodriguez.

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