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Alzchem Secures $150 Million for Nitroguanidine: A Defense-Driven Specialty Chemical Expansion

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Alzchem announced a $150 million investment to ramp up production of nitroguanidine, a key intermediate for advanced propellants and explosives. The move positions the company at the forefront of defense chemistry, leveraging new partnerships and cutting‑edge manufacturing technologies. This expansion underscores the growing demand for specialty chemicals in national security applications.

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