Rhodia, a Solvay Group company and the dominant force in Latin America’s polyamide market, has announced a major multi-year investment plan aimed at strengthening Brazil’s industrial supply chain and enhancing the country’s global competitiveness in textiles and advanced materials.
The company will invest R$100 million in its Santo André (SP) industrial complex between 2025 and 2028, focusing on modernization, energy efficiency, and high-performance innovation.
Government Support and Stronger Trade Protections
The investment program comes at a time when Brazil’s trade-defense measures—especially anti-dumping policies—have helped curb unfair imports in the polyamide market. This more predictable and protected environment has sparked renewed confidence among leading manufacturers like Rhodia.
The company says the fresh investment push will scale production capacity and accelerate the development of next-generation technologies such as smart yarns, high-performance polyamides, and sustainable textile solutions—areas considered essential for Brazil’s long-term leadership in the global sector.
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Strengthening Brazil’s Polyamide Chain
A significant portion of the investment will modernize Rhodia’s polyamide 6.6 production and upgrade its polyamide 6 spinning operations, ensuring robust national supply and reinforcing the entire domestic value chain—from chemical intermediates to finished apparel.
“These investments reflect our confidence in the Brazilian market and its capacity for innovation,” said Daniela Manique, President of Rhodia for Latin America. “We are prepared to offer advanced and sustainable solutions that meet the demands of the dynamic textile sector. We believe that a fair and predictable competitive environment is the main factor for growth, the preservation of skilled jobs, and technological development in Brazil.”
Commitment to Long-Term Growth and Sustainability
Rhodia notes that Brazil’s improving investment landscape—driven by trade protections and a more stable competitive environment—has reopened the door for strategic long-term expansion. The company’s plan emphasizes sustainability, technological development, and industry resilience.
By enhancing production capabilities and driving innovation across the polyamide chain, Rhodia positions itself as a central pillar in Brazil’s chemical and textile ecosystems.
With this investment, the company signals not only confidence in Brazil’s market potential but also a firm commitment to keeping the country’s polyamide sector competitive, resilient, and ready for future global challenges.
