In Kaisten, syngenta operates the world's largest plant in which an enantioselective catalytic hydrogenation is performed. How did this come about?

Abstract

This article provides a short overview of the successful industrial-scale introduction of a new and demanding chemical process at Kaisten (Switzerland). A list of probably the most important criteria that prompted management to decide in favour of this location at that time is given. © Schweizerische Chemische Gesellschaft.