Formosan Union Chemical Corp. (TWSE: 1709)

About Formosan Union Chemical Corp.

Formosan Union Chemical Corp. (FUCC), established in 1973 and headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan, operates as a key producer and supplier of chemical products throughout the region. The company's core chemical offerings include: Alkyl benzene, which serves as a primary ingredient in the production of detergents. Nonyl phenol, a fundamental raw material essential for manufacturing surfactants, various rubbers, plastic anti-oxidant agents, and other specialty chemicals. Hydrogenated hydrocarbon resin, utilized as a base material in the creation of ethylene-vinyl acetate polymer (EVA) and thermal plastic rubber (TPR) series hot melt adhesives. FuSyn-22, a synthetic alkylate that functions as either a main base oil or a blend component across diverse synthetic automotive and industrial applications. Beyond these primary offerings, FUCC engages in a broad spectrum of activities. It is involved in the manufacturing, processing, and trade of a wide array of chemicals, including various resins (such as hydrocarbon, polyester polyol, melamine, urea, alkyd, acetate, and butyric acid), aromatics solvent oil, alkyl benzene, and sulfonic acid. The company also produces and wholesales petrochemical raw materials, synthetic resins, rubber and plastic compounds, and other specialized chemicals. Furthermore, Formosan Union Chemical Corp. diversifies its manufacturing into agricultural goods like sugar and pesticides, as well as industrial products such as batteries, electronic components, and equipment for power generation, transmission, and distribution. Its extensive operations also encompass the buying and selling of electronic materials, providing thermal energy, and the wholesale distribution of cleaning products, electrical appliances, and machinery. FUCC also delivers various services, including machinery and equipment installation, distribution of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), petrochemical engineering planning and design, and cylinder maintenance and inspection.

ISIN

TW0001709004

Founded

1973

Listed since

Jul 2, 1986

Exchange

Taiwan Stock Exchange

Currency

TWD