Química del Nalón

Asturian Chemical Company

Química del Nalón is a family-owned chemical company from Asturias that has operated since 1943. It describes itself as an international and innovative business and a leader in foundry coke and coal chemistry. Its work focuses on circular chemistry and reducing its carbon footprint.

Company at a Glance

• Founded in 1943
• 230 skilled employees
• 150 specialized contractors
• 60% of sales are international, reaching more than 30 countries
• Two plants in Asturias
• Company-owned fleet of two ships
• Three logistics centers: Avilés, Poland, and Romania

Business Lines

The company's core businesses are foundry coke and coal chemistry. It is diversifying into sustainable businesses and adapting its traditional operations through a strategy focused on sustainability, growth, and transformation.

Sustainability

Química del Nalón lists goals including reducing its carbon footprint, advancing the circular economy, achieving zero accidents, and moving toward carbon neutrality in its operations. It also refers to integrating the European Green Deal into its processes and complying with environmental, social, and governance (ESG) regulations.

Customers

The company serves industries that require foundry coke and coal-chemistry products in Spain and international markets. It focuses on differentiation and higher-value products and is exploring products with a lower carbon footprint.