Zero Pellet & Powder Loss Initiative

Formosa Plastics Corporation, U.S.A. is dedicated to protecting the environment in the communities where our customers and employees work and live. This includes committing to our “Zero Pellet & Powder Loss” initiative. Please see below for more information on specific programs and procedures.

Sealing Railcars for Return Shipment

Extra care is taken during the loading process at our facilities to minimize and/or eliminate pellet and powder loss. One way we do this is by ensuring that all railcar hatches, gates and outlet caps are sealed, therefore eliminating pellet and powder loss in transit.

We are asking for your assistance in ensuring that all hatches, gates, and outlet caps are closed and sealed prior to releasing our railcars, loaded or empty, for return shipment back to us. The videos below demonstrate the proper techniques for closing and sealing railcars to prevent accidental releases.

By implementing some simple steps in the loading and unloading of pellets and powders, we can both have a positive impact on the environment in the communities where we work and live.