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Arkema Expands Portfolio with New Additive for Polyurethane Foam
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Key Takeaways
Arkema launches Foranext Continuum, a low-viscosity additive for rigid polyurethane foam formulations.
Foranext Continuum improves B-side shelf stability and supports manufacturers shifting to HFO technology.
Arkema's new 15-kiloton Forane 1233zd unit in Kentucky supports growing customer demand.
Arkema S.A. (ARKAY - Free Report) is strengthening its portfolio of high-performance polyurethane foam systems with the launch of Foranext Continuum, a new low-viscosity additive designed for rigid polyurethane foam formulations using Forane Foam Blowing Agent (FBA) 1233zd.
Foranext Continuum is designed to improve B-side shelf stability and help maintain formulation performance over time, supporting manufacturers as they transition to hydrofluoroolefin (HFO)-based technologies. The additive is suitable for insulation, roofing, appliance and other rigid foam applications, helping optimize formulation consistency.
The launch comes as demand rises for energy-efficient building, appliance and thermal management solutions, increasing the need for high-performance polyurethane foam systems. By combining Foranext Continuum with Forane FBA 1233zd, Arkema aims to provide manufacturers with complementary technologies that address both sustainability goals using low-global-warming solutions and operational efficiency.
The new product also builds on Arkema's ongoing investments in HFO technology and supply reliability. The company recently started up a new 15-kiloton Forane 1233zd production unit in Calvert City, KY, to support growing customer demand. Available globally through Arkema's fluorochemicals business, Foranext Continuum further broadens the company's portfolio.
ARKAY’s shares have gained 3.2% in the past year compared with the industry’s 1.8% rise in the same period.
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ARKAY’s Zacks Rank & Key Picks
ARKAY currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).
Some better-ranked stocks in the Basic Materials space are Avient Corporation (AVNT - Free Report) , Kronos Worldwide, Inc. (KRO - Free Report) andReliance, Inc. (RS - Free Report) .
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for AVNT’s current-year earnings is pinned at $3.2 per share, indicating a 13.48% year-over-year increase. Its earnings beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate in each of the trailing four quarters, with an average surprise of 3.4%. AVNT’s shares have gained 25.8% over the past year.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for KRO’s 2026 earnings is pegged at 35 cents per share, indicating a rise of 136.46% year over year. Its earnings beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate in two of the trailing four quarters while missing it in the rest, with an average surprise of 33.99%.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for RS’ 2026 earnings is pegged at $22.23 per share, indicating a 55.89% year-over-year increase. RS’shares have gained 37.1% over the past year.
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Arkema Expands Portfolio with New Additive for Polyurethane Foam
Key Takeaways
Arkema S.A. (ARKAY - Free Report) is strengthening its portfolio of high-performance polyurethane foam systems with the launch of Foranext Continuum, a new low-viscosity additive designed for rigid polyurethane foam formulations using Forane Foam Blowing Agent (FBA) 1233zd.
Foranext Continuum is designed to improve B-side shelf stability and help maintain formulation performance over time, supporting manufacturers as they transition to hydrofluoroolefin (HFO)-based technologies. The additive is suitable for insulation, roofing, appliance and other rigid foam applications, helping optimize formulation consistency.
The launch comes as demand rises for energy-efficient building, appliance and thermal management solutions, increasing the need for high-performance polyurethane foam systems. By combining Foranext Continuum with Forane FBA 1233zd, Arkema aims to provide manufacturers with complementary technologies that address both sustainability goals using low-global-warming solutions and operational efficiency.
The new product also builds on Arkema's ongoing investments in HFO technology and supply reliability. The company recently started up a new 15-kiloton Forane 1233zd production unit in Calvert City, KY, to support growing customer demand. Available globally through Arkema's fluorochemicals business, Foranext Continuum further broadens the company's portfolio.
ARKAY’s shares have gained 3.2% in the past year compared with the industry’s 1.8% rise in the same period.
Image Source: Zacks Investment Research
ARKAY’s Zacks Rank & Key Picks
ARKAY currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).
Some better-ranked stocks in the Basic Materials space are Avient Corporation (AVNT - Free Report) , Kronos Worldwide, Inc. (KRO - Free Report) andReliance, Inc. (RS - Free Report) .
AVNT, KRO and RS carry a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) each. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for AVNT’s current-year earnings is pinned at $3.2 per share, indicating a 13.48% year-over-year increase. Its earnings beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate in each of the trailing four quarters, with an average surprise of 3.4%. AVNT’s shares have gained 25.8% over the past year.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for KRO’s 2026 earnings is pegged at 35 cents per share, indicating a rise of 136.46% year over year. Its earnings beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate in two of the trailing four quarters while missing it in the rest, with an average surprise of 33.99%.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for RS’ 2026 earnings is pegged at $22.23 per share, indicating a 55.89% year-over-year increase. RS’shares have gained 37.1% over the past year.