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Asahi Kasei Strengthens Long-Term Profitability by Phasing Out HMD Production as Part of Structural Reform
TOKYO, December 05, 2025--Asahi Kasei will discontinue production of hexamethylene diamine (HMD) as part of its ongoing portfolio optimization.
About this update from Asahi Kasei Corporation
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