DOW'S n e w Texas anhydrous ammonia plant starts shipping on . . • T h e D o w Chemical Company's new Freeport, Texas ammonia plant will soon be producing large quantities of anhydrous ammonia for industrial and agricultural users. The new plant will produce refrigeration grade and technical (commercial) grade anhydrous ammonia. Shipments in tank car quantities will begin October 1, 1 9 5 0 . Industrially, ammonia plays an important role in the manufacture of chemicals, plastics, synthetic fibers, oil, steel, and explosives. Anhydrous ammonia is used as a refrigeration medium, as well as in the production of nitric acid, soda ash, ammonium chloride and other ammonium salts. It is the major source of nitrogen for the production of solid fertilizers vital to increased agricultural production. T h e use of ammonia for direct application is o n e of the fastest growing developments of the fertilizer industry. This newest addition is another step in Dow's program of producing basic chemicals to serve more people . . . better. Your inquiries concerning this company as a source of supply for this important chemical will receive prompt attention. THE DOW CHEMICAL COMPANY • MIDLAND, MICHIGAN
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