Merck's Danville plant manufactures xanthan gum for the CP Kelco company under a long term supply agreement. The 130 acre facility, which borders the Susquehanna River, is located in Danville, Pennsylvania and has a population of approximately 630 employees. This plant was built in 1941 by the U.S. government to support wartime activities. In 1950, the facility became part of the Merck organization.

Site Facts

Property size: 330 acres
Property occupied: 130 acres
First Biogum product shipped: 1992

Facility Location: Danville, Pennsylvania

Total Number of Employees: 630

Recent Awards and Recognition

1998 United Way Campaign ­ Gold Award
1999 United Way Campaign ­ Gold Award
1990 Governor's Award for Environmental Excellence
1992 Governor's Award for Environmental Excellence
1996 Governor's Award for Environmental Excellence
1998 Governor's Award for Environmental Excellence
1998 Columbia-Montour Business & Education Partnership Certificate of Special Recognition
1999 Columbia-Montour Business & Education Partnership Certificate of Special Recognition

Certifications

ISO 9001:2000