Braskem

Braskem S.A. is a prominent player in the chemical and petrochemical industry, primarily engaged in the production and sale of thermoplastic resins, including polyethylene, polypropylene, and polyvinyl chloride. The company operates through five segments: Chemicals, Polyolefins, Vinyls, United States and Europe, and Mexico. Its Chemicals segment manufactures a range of products, such as ethylene, propylene, butadiene, and various petroleum derivatives, while the Polyolefins segment focuses on polyethylene and polypropylene. The Vinyls segment produces polyvinyl chloride and caustic soda. Braskem is recognized as the largest petrochemical company in the Americas and is a leading producer of biopolymers globally. Established in 1972 and headquartered in São Paulo, Brazil, Braskem emerged from the merger of six companies in 2002 and has since leveraged its integrated production capabilities to achieve significant scale and operational efficiency. The majority of its revenue is generated from its Brazilian operations, with additional activities in the United States, Europe, and Mexico.