ST. GABRIEL, La., April 7, 2025 — Eastman now produces dimethylaminopropylamine with enhanced sustainability (DMAPA ES) at its manufacturing site in St. Gabriel, Louisiana.
By using renewable raw materials, DMAPA ES helps improve the global warming potential (GWP) up to as much as 50%* for producers of cocamidopropyl betaine (CAPB) surfactants in consumer products.
“This product exemplifies our commitment to sustainability and innovation,” said Oliwia Roeder, Personal Care Product Manager at Eastman. “It provides our customers with the tools they need to reduce their environmental impact while maintaining product performance. This expansion, along with our initial sales in 2024, creates exciting opportunities for our organization and our customers.”
Eastman helps manufacturers incorporate environmentally responsible practices into their production processes at early stages. The certified renewable content is achieved by using a mass balance approach.
DMAPA ES enhances the sustainability of consumer products and aligns with the growing demand for greener alternatives in the market.
“We’re excited to build upon our production of DMAPA ES in Ghent, Belgium,” said Roeder. "The addition of production at the North American site will provide our customers with global coverage.”
The introduction of DMAPA ES is part of Eastman’s ongoing efforts to lead the chemical industry toward more sustainable practices. The company aims to foster a circular economy by integrating certified, renewable raw materials that benefit businesses and the planet.
Both production sites comply with the requirements of the ISCC Plus certification system.
For more information about DMAPA ES and Eastman's commitment to sustainability, visit Eastman.com or contact your local Eastman sales contact.
*This result is dependent on certain assumptions regarding raw material sourcing. Actual raw material sourcing could differ materially from these assumptions.
About Eastman
Founded in 1920, Eastman is a global specialty materials company that produces a broad range of products found in items people use every day. With the purpose of enhancing the quality of life in a material way, Eastman works with customers to deliver innovative products and solutions while maintaining a commitment to safety and sustainability. The company’s innovation-driven growth model takes advantage of world-class technology platforms, deep customer engagement, and differentiated application development to grow its leading positions in attractive end markets such as transportation, building and construction, and consumables. As a globally inclusive company, Eastman employs approximately 14,000 people around the world and serves customers in more than 100 countries. The company had 2024 revenue of approximately $9.4 billion and is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee, USA. For more information, visit www.eastman.com.
