Nanjing Yangzi-Eastman Chemical Co. (YEC) in the People's Republic of China has been in operation since 2000 and currently employs approximately 90 people. Expansion of the site was completed in April 2006. The site is accredited under ISO 9001 and ISO 14001.

YEC includes a hydrogenated resin facility and supplies resin materials to Eastman customers for use in the production of adhesives for products such as disposable diapers, glue sticks and packaging applications.

YEC has received several recognition awards, including Best Performance Joint-Venture in 2003 and 2004 by the Chinese Foreign Investment Association.

Employees at the site are focused on customer satisfaction, high quality products and innovative solutions. Social responsibility and sustainable contributions to the society are long term visions for the site and its employees.