Licia Alves

Oxiteno

Oxiteno contributes to people's well-being through chemistry. And there is chemistry everywhere. Not just atoms, molecules or scientific formulations, but crops, energy production, the protection and coloring of an environment, home and personal care, and many other essential aspects of everyday life. Oxiteno's history is marked by a pioneering spirit. Founded in the 1970s, it was the first company to produce ethene oxide and derivatives in Brazil. Today, Oxiteno is a leading multinational company in the production of surfactants and special chemicals in the Americas. It has 11 industrial units in Brazil, Mexico, the United States and Uruguay, 2 global R&D centers, 3 R&D facilities and 8 commercial offices around the world. Through firm, lasting partnerships based on commitment to excellence, Oxiteno responds swiftly to the interests and needs of customers, creating solutions that renew different markets and impact value chains. It anticipates trends, develops sustainable means of operation and uses chemistry to evolve. This is how Oxiteno drives its customers' businesses, while also participating in the lives of millions of people, in Brazil and worldwide. Oxiteno. Evolution by Chemistry.