At the ninth China International Import Expo (CIIE 2026), Jam Petrochemical explored new opportunities in the Chinese market and ensured a stable supply of the required catalysts for the production of high-demand polyethylene grades. This expo, held from November 5 to 10, 2026, in Shanghai, is considered a key opportunity to strengthen Jam Petrochemical's export position in the Chinese market.
Key Topics of Jam Petrochemical's Negotiations
Dr. Reza Zaeri, production manager of the linear low-density polyethylene (LLDPE) unit at Jam Petrochemical, elaborated on the key topics of the negotiations on the sidelines of the expo. He emphasized that effective presence in international markets requires coordination between production capacity, reliable supply, and understanding customer needs. In this regard, Jam Petrochemical's negotiations have focused on these components.
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Zaeri stated: "As one of the important production and export companies in Iran's petrochemical industry, Jam Petrochemical has the necessary capabilities to strengthen its position in target markets. This company, relying on technical capabilities, product quality stability, and responsiveness to the needs of downstream industries, aims to increase its share of the Chinese market."
Supply of Catalysts and Production of High-Demand Grades
At this expo, Jam Petrochemical held specialized meetings with catalyst suppliers. Zaeri added in this regard: "The technical and performance specifications of Ziegler–Natta and metallocene catalysts, quality stability, supply reliability, and commercial conditions were reviewed. The main goal of these negotiations is to identify suitable options to support sustainable production and assess opportunities for quality and productivity improvement."
He also emphasized that the type of catalyst plays a decisive role in the polyethylene production process, and its selection must be aligned with the production unit's technology and operational conditions. Furthermore, Zaeri pointed out the identification of the Chinese market's needs as another key topic of the negotiations, stating that in meetings with buyers and distributors, the production capacities of polyethylene products and the specifications required by customers were examined.
In conclusion, Zaeri noted: "Producing new grades requires simultaneous consideration of reliable demand levels, production equipment capabilities, catalyst type, raw materials, and quality control requirements. The information obtained from the Shanghai expo negotiations can serve as a basis for technical and economic studies for selecting suitable products and grades."
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