Evonik buys control of colloidal silica producer

ERJ staff report (R&PN)

PARSIPPANY, N. J., (April 15, 2010)-Evonik Degussa Corp. has acquired controlling interested in Harris & Ford Silco L.L.C. of Portland, Ore.

The acquired company-which was renamed-Evonik Silco Materials L.L.C.-manufactures colloidal silica and ultra-high purity silica, a key component of the chemical mechanical polishing process in the semiconductor manufacturing industry.

Carbon black and silica producer Evonik Degussa purchased the operation from Indianapolis-based Harris & Ford L.L.C. for an undisclosed amount.

From Rubber & Plastics News (A Crain publication)

Press release from Evonik