Braskem SA

Braskem S.A. - ADR represents American Depositary Receipts for Braskem S.A., a leading global petrochemical company headquartered in São Paulo, Brazil. Braskem stands as the largest petrochemical operation in Latin America and is among Brazil’s top private industrial enterprises. The company specializes in the manufacture and sale of a broad spectrum of chemicals, fuels, and thermoplastic resins, including polyethylene, polypropylene, and polyvinyl chloride, essential to industries such as packaging, automotive, construction, and consumer goods. Braskem operates extensive industrial facilities across Brazil, with additional presence in the United States, Mexico, Europe, and Asia, facilitating a wide international reach. Its portfolio also covers the supply of utilities—such as electricity, steam, and industrial gases—and services to other manufacturers in the chemical supply chain. Braskem’s significance in the market stems from its role as a core supplier of foundational petrochemicals, supporting diverse sectors and contributing to the stability and growth of the chemical industry worldwide.