Clariant presents the EcoTain® life cycle for more sustainable agrochemicals and higher crop yields

EcoTain® protecting human, environmental and ecological health. (Photo: Clariant)Muttenz, April 22, 2013 - Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, introduces the EcoTain® life cycle and labeling system to help customers in the crop protection sector to clearly identify its products offering "sustainable excellence at every step".

Tests show Clariant adjuvant boosts speed of foliar penetration by up to 500%

Foliar penetration of a broad-leafed herbicide is boosted up to 500% by addition of Synergen® OS. (Source: Clariant Crop Protection)Muttenz, April 17, 2013 - Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, is to present test results showing that its Synergen® OS adjuvant boosts the foliar penetration (after 24 hours) of a broad-leafed herbicide by 5 times compared to the commercial standard. The findings will be presented at the 10th International Symposium on Adjuvants for Agrochemicals (ISAA), to be held in Brazil on 22-26 April 2013.

Clariant launches innovative new concept and ingredients at in-cosmetics 2013

Uncovering a code gives strength to its discoverer. (Photo: Clariant)Muttenz, April 16, 2013 - Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, launches its enticing and inspiring new products for skin and hair care at in-cosmetics 2013. Show visitors are invited to explore the potential of its innovative new ingredients in pre-prepared formulations at Clariant's Booth #B81.

Clariant Oil Services to Acquire Champion Technologies' Deep Water Gulf of Mexico Assets

Muttenz, April 15, 2013 - Clariant, a world leader in Specialty Chemicals, has announced today that it signed an agreement with Ecolab Inc. to acquire certain of its deep water Gulf of Mexico assets. The divestment of the assets by Ecolab was a prerequisite by the U.S. Department of Justice for the approval of the acquisition of Champion Technologies. Financial details of the acquisition are not being disclosed.

Clariant enhances online experience for visitors to Textile Chemicals website

The new homepage of the revamped website of Clariant’s Business Unit Textile Chemical. (Image: Clariant)Muttenz, April 11, 2013 - Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, launches a revamped website for its Business Unit Textiles Chemicals to offer users quicker and more efficient access to advanced and reliable solutions and expertise. http://www.textiles.clariant.com is designed with improved navigability and enhanced search and information features for customers and other visitors from a variety of markets and applications.

Clariant launches Dispersogen® PL 30/40

Muttenz, April 9, 2013 - Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, is celebrating the global marketing launch of its Dispersogen® PL - range of dispersing agents for waterborne pigment preparations.

Clariant launches pioneering Neosan® Lucido pigment range

Neosan® Lucido – the new dimension in transparent pigments. (Photo: Clariant)Muttenz, April 8, 2013 - Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, makes the impossible possible for tanners worldwide with its launch of Neosan® Lucido - pioneering pigments with a behavior similar to dyes.

Clariant accelerates the move to waterborne coatings with sustainable additives solutions

Muttenz, April 2, 2013 - Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, introduces innovative Hostavin® light stabilizer solutions to make waterborne coatings the new high-performance and more environmentally-oriented option for exterior protective applications, previously an exclusive area of solventborne systems.

Clariant acquires Nano-Silver Ink Technology from Bayer

Nano-silver inks allow Clariant to enter the fast growing markets for printed electronics. (Photo: istockphoto) Muttenz, April 2, 2013 - Swiss specialty chemicals group Clariant International AG acquired the nano-silver ink technology platform developed under the trademark Bayink® from Bayer Group (Germany). The transaction comprises all patents, know-how and materials related to Bayer's nano-silver ink technology. Clariant will continue to work closely with existing customers and cooperation partners to further develop nano-silver inks and its applications. "The acquisition will strengthen our portfolio of new materials for the electronics and energy markets", said Christian Kohlpaintner, Member of the Executive Committee.

Clariant Oil Services to present at 2013 SPE International Symposium on Oilfield Chemistry

Houston, March 28, 2013 – Clariant Oil Services today announced that it will exhibit and present five papers and two posters at the upcoming 2013 SPE International Symposium on Oilfield Chemistry, April 8-10, at The Woodlands Waterway Marriot Hotel & Convention Center in The Woodlands, Texas.

Clariant launches unique POS Color Dispenser Machines

Clariant launches unique POS Dispenser Machines. (Photo: Clariant)Muttenz, March 27, 2013 - Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, will create a stir among the Point of Sale (POS) Tinting segment with its launch of the first compact Color Dispenser to allow simultaneous dispensing of up to six colors at a time. Clariant's machine is one of two new innovative prototypes offering performance and productivity benefits to retailers.

Completion of early redemption of Convertible Bond 2009-2014

Muttenz, March 27, 2013 - Clariant, a world leader in Specialty Chemicals, has announced the completion of the early redemption of the 3% Convertible Bond 2009-2014 of CHF 300 million (ISIN CH0101753892) with conversion rights into Clariant registered shares with a nominal value of CHF 3.70. The conversion was concluded on March 20, 2013, based on the terms of the bond.