TAIAN CITY, China, Jan. 31 /Xinhua-PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- ShengdaTech Inc. ("ShengdaTech" or "The Company") (Nasdaq: SDTH) a leading manufacturer of nano precipitated calcium carbonate ("NPCC") and coal-based chemical products in the People's Republic of China ("PRC"), today announced that its application to list its securities on The NASDAQ Global Select Market has been approved effective January 31, 2008.

"We are extremely proud to be approved to list our securities on the NASDAQ Global Select," commented Mr. Xiangzhi Chen, CEO of ShengdaTech. "The upgrade is a true testament to ShengdaTech's commitment to enhancing shareholder value and represents yet another milestone as we increase our presence in the international markets."

The NASDAQ Global Select Market, one of the three market tiers at NASDAQ, recognizes NASDAQ's world-class listed companies and their commitment to high standards and good governance. It is reserved for companies that meet the highest initial listing standards in the world based on financial and liquidity requirements. Prior to the upgrade, the Company's shares were listed on the NASDAQ Capital Market under the same symbol.

About ShengdaTech, Inc.

ShengdaTech is engaged in the business of manufacturing, marketing and selling nano-precipitated calcium carbonate ("NPCC") products and coal-based chemicals for use in various applications. The Company converts limestone into NPCC using its proprietary technology. The unique chemical and physical attributes make NPCC a valuable ingredient in tires, paints, polyvinyl chloride ("PVC") building materials and other products. NPCC enhances the durability of many products by increased strength, heat resistance, and dimension stabilization. The Company is also engaged in the manufacture and sale of coal-based chemical products namely ammonium bicarbonate, liquid ammonia, melamine and methanol. The Company markets and sells its coal-based products mainly for chemical fertilizers and raw materials in the production of organic and inorganic chemical products, including formaldehyde and pesticides.

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