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Westlake Chemical Corporation
Founded by : Albert Yuan Chao, 1 January 1986
About the Company
Westlake Chemical Corporation is an American multinational company founded in 1986 and headquartered in Houston, Texas. It is primarily engaged in the manufacturing and marketing of chemicals, polymers, and building products. The company operates in two segments: Olefins and Vinyls. Westlake Chemical is the largest producer of low-density polyethylene in North America and one of the top 10 producers globally. Its products are used in various industries such as construction, automotive, packaging, healthcare, and consumer goods. The company has a global presence with manufacturing facilities in North America, Europe, and Asia.
Industry Type
According to the GICS (Global Industry Classification Standard) version of March 2023, Westlake Chemical Corporation’s industry classification falls within the following categories:
- Sector: Materials
- Industry group: Materials
- Industry: Chemicals
- Sub-Industry: Specialty Chemicals
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Company Address
2801 Post Oak Boulevard Suite 600 Houston, TX 77056 United States
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