Who We Are
At a glance
World-scale purified phosphoric acid from Jorf Lasfar
As a world-scale producer of purified phosphoric acid, EMAPHOS is an indispensable link in the global supply chain for food, pharmaceutical, and phosphoric acid production. Operating from a single strategically positioned site at Jorf Lasfar, Morocco, we combine the phosphate resource leadership of OCP Group with the process expertise of Prayon and the market intelligence of Budenheim to serve demanding customers across all major industrial regions.
Equal Joint Venture
EMAPHOS integrates the unique strengths of three industry leaders, each holding a 33.3% stake, to guarantee feedstock security, unrivaled process technology, and profound global market access.
Feedstock Security
Direct pipeline supply of raw acid from Jorf Lasfar.
Process Technology
Proprietary solvent extraction technology.
Global Market Access
Specialist channels for high-end applications.
Operational Excellence
Discover how our facilities, our people, and our environmental commitments define the EMAPHOS standard.
World-Class Processing & Operations
EMAPHOS operates a world-scale purification complex at Jorf Lasfar, Morocco. Following the plant project announced in 2020, we doubled annual capacity to 280,000 tons of P₂O₅ by late 2022. We specialize in converting raw phosphoric acid into high-purity solutions for global markets.
What We Do, and How We Do It
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Joint Venture Model
Established in 1997, EMAPHOS was OCP's first international JV in chemical processing. It is equally held by OCP Group, Prayon, and Budenheim, ensuring robust global synergies.
Production Footprint
Originally producing ~140,000 tonnes P₂O₅/year, EMAPHOS expanded its footprint in 2022 to reach a milestone capacity of 280,000 t/yr, leading in purified phosphoric acid.
Global Market Presence
EMAPHOS supplies global users across 5 continents, including major supply contracts for food-grade acid, reinforcing our position in pharmaceutical and food sectors.
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Strategic Vision
Looking ahead, we aim to capitalize on expanded capacities to develop advanced phosphoric solutions, supporting sustainable agriculture and high-tech industrial sectors.
Purified Phosphoric Acid
Grades for Every Industry
Uncompromising purity standards across four distinct industrial categories, serving the most demanding global markets.
Food Grade
Essential for beverages, baking powder, cheese processing, and high-quality animal nutrition.
Pharmaceutical
Critical in dental materials, API synthesis, and exacting excipient applications.
Technical Grade
Used extensively in advanced water treatment, metal surface treatment, and detergents.
Electronic Grade
Ultra-high purity required for semiconductor etching, LCD manufacturing, and electronics.
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