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Finchimica S.p.A. is founded and the production of the chemical intermediate Parachlorobenzotrifluoride (PCBTF) begins.
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Finchimica S.p.A. enters an industrial alliance with the historic manufacturer I.Pi.Ci. S.p.A. (today Finagro S.p.A.) and this makes it possible to access the US, Australian and Chinese markets.
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The production of the active ingredient Trifluralin begins.
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The chlorination and photochlorination plant is transferred to Tavazzano, in the province of Lodi (Italy), near the Solvay site (today Inovyn) – This decision infused with responsibility was made to avoid transporting highly hazardous substances; over time this contributed to the growth of an interesting market for the sale of co-products.
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The commercial alliance with Dow AgroSciences (DAS) begins; the synergy between Finchimica’s production expertise and DAS’s commercial and regulatory strength will mark the success of dinitroanilines (DNAs) in North America.
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The production of the active ingredient Pendimethalin begins.
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| The plant for the production of the chemical intermediate for the insecticide Fipronil comes into operation. |
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The commercial alliance between Finchimica and Dow AgroSciences (DAS) ends.
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| Finchimica starts a phase of market diversification; the sales agent Novafito S.p.A. is acquired |
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The commercial agreement with Gowan Company LLC starts; Finchimica S.p.A. incorporates the sales agent Novafito S.p.A.
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| The implementation of a new business model begins, that requires the development of a portfolio of formulated products, alongside the industrial activity of dinitroaniline production. |
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The extension of the range of formulations and blends improves, with a greater focus on specialty crops and on the expansion to Southern Europe. |
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