Jiangxi Province’s Jiangyan Group is transforming the salt chemical landscape by turning waste into value. From converting soda ash production byproducts into high-strength calcium sulfate building materials, to capturing boiler CO₂ for reuse in soda production, the group is redefining what salt-based manufacturing can achieve through circular innovation.
With over ¥260 million invested in R&D over three years and 241 patents secured, Jiangyan Group is building what it calls a “zero-waste” salt chemical ecosystem. Its technologies—from brine lithium extraction to carbon capture—are pioneering a greener path for traditional heavy industries.
Collaboration with East China University of Technology has already yielded breakthroughs, including a water reuse rate of 98% and major savings in limestone and steam consumption. The group is also exploring compressed air and natural gas storage in deep salt caverns—potentially turning them into large-scale clean energy reservoirs.
Jiangyan’s smart factories, powered by 5G and AI, have reduced production costs by over ¥30 million annually, while boosting product quality and efficiency. On the consumer front, their line of “Bringsmine” salt-based personal care products is carving a niche in the youth market.
Jiangyan Group exemplifies how deep tech, digitalization, and sustainability can unlock new “salt value” from an ancient resource.
